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CHITUNGWIZA COUNCIL HALT ILLEGAL CONSTRUCTION IN ZIMBABWE

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Gambeta News

Chitungwiza Town Council has ordered the construction of an industrial structure which is been undertaken by MDC vice-chairperson, Job Sikhala to be put on hold. According to the letter addressed to Sikhala by Chitungwiza acting town clerk, Tonderai Kasu says the legislator is contravening the Regional, Town and City Planning Act. The statement reads, “It appears to the Chitungwiza Municipality that development is being carried out in contravention of the Regional, Town and City Planning…

PEMBI BRIDGE COMMISSIONING TO BOOST ROAD TRANSPORT IN ZIMBABWE

Posted on July 17, 2020July 17, 2020 by Gambeta News

The commissioning of Pembi bridge is set to boost the road transport system in Zimbabwe. The US$1.8 million Pembi Bridge will replace the old low lying single-carriage bridge constructed around 1974 that was making road transport very difficult and effectively unfriendly to investment. Speaking during the commissioning, Vice President Kembo Mohadi, said completion of this bridge is a notable impact on the accessibility of this area and enhance the safety of road users. According to…

ZIMBABWE’S HEALTH MINISTER ARRESTED FOR EXPLOITING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Posted on June 20, 2020June 20, 2020 by Gambeta News

As the world shut its borders and cities to curb the pandemic, politicians came into the market square to loot funds meant for palliative and medical supplies. Reports coming out of Zimbabwe, suggest that the Health Minister Obadiah Moyo has been apprehended by police officers on suspicion of his involvement in a US$60 million corruption scandal meant for the procurement of medical supplies. You will recall that Zimbabwe is currently facing challenges with a currency…

ZIMBABWE’s PARIRENYATWA HOSPITAL RENOVATION STILL NEED MANPOWER

Posted on May 12, 2020 by Gambeta News

Renovation of Parirenyatwa Hospital is making progress but still new more manpower. The hospital which is currently been used as a COVID19 treatment center needs more workers to help speed up progress and meet the target as the pandemic keeps on spreading. Speaking to the media, Defence and War Veterans Affairs Minister Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri, who is the vice chair of the monitoring committee of the national Covid-19 taskforce, said “Parirenyatwa Hospital is key to our…

WATER TREATMENT PLANT TO UNDERGO UPGRADE IN ZIMBABWE

Posted on May 5, 2020 by Gambeta News

Plans are in motion for the upgrading of the Morton Jaffray water treatment plant in Harare, Zimbabwe. The plant was shut down on 30th April 2020 to undergo the much needed upgrade. According to Corporate and communications manager Michael Chideme, the upgrade will have the temporary shutdown from 4pm to 6pm. That this will allow for the installation of a pump at Warren Control Pump Station to match the improved water delivery capacity that is now…

ZIMBABWE GOVERNMENT BEGINS RENOVATION OF NATIONAL SPORT STADIUM

Posted on March 4, 2020 by Gambeta News

Renovation works begins at Zimbabwe National Sport Stadium after failing CAF audit process. Zimbabwe Government has started the refurbishing the National Sports Stadium in Harare. The refurbishing was deem necessary after Confederation of African Football (CAF) condemned it. During a tour by high-powered government delegate, It was discovered that the pitch and some other area did not meet the standard. The team was led by Local Government and Public Works Minister July Moyo. Meanwhile, with…

ZIMBABWE GOVT. SUBMIT PROJECT TO CHINA FOR CONSIDERATION

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe Govt. submit six proposed project to china for consideration. Plans for six proposed project is gaining momentum in Zimbabwe. This is after the Zimbabwe government submitted project plans to China for consideration. According to reports, the six new project where submitted through a ministerial team chaired by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Dr Sibusiso Moyo. This was a direct mandate from President Mnangagwa to find ways of mainstreaming the country’s economic cooperation with…

ZIMBABWE’S NEW BANKNOTE WITH WITHDRAWAL LIMIT

Posted on November 12, 2019November 12, 2019 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe’s new banknote is as a result of the currency shortage in the country. The new Zimbabwe 2 and 5 dollar notes will reduce the cash shortage in the country but the limitation as regards to its withdrawal is raising worrying concern among Zimbabweans. The bank insisted that withdrawal of this notes will be restricted to $20 per week. The central bank failed to circulate the new banknotes by the close of business on Monday…

ZIMBABWE GOVT. TO ESTABLISH E-CLASSROOM IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Posted on November 12, 2019 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe govt. to partner with FBC Bank for the e-classroom project. Plans are set in motion for the construction of an e-classroom for primary school in the nation. This was made public by Secretary in the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, Mrs Tumisang Thabela. According to Thabela, it will aim to promote a sustainable computer education programme. With the theme ““Catch them young as we strive for quality education and excellence.” Speaking to reporters,…

ZIMBABWE KICKS OFF THE USD 600 MILLION BEITBRIDGE-HARARE HIGHWAY UPGRADE

Posted on October 29, 2019October 29, 2019 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe’s Beitbridge-Harare highway will be upgraded by five local contractors. The Minister for Transport and Infrastructural Development Biggie Matiza inspected the site and confirmed the presence of the contractors who are currently working on the first two phases of the project. The entire project will be divided into five segment. The first phase of the project will expand the road to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) standard while in the second phase the road will…

CONSTRUCTION OF 178 MEGAWATT SOLAR POWER PLANT TO KICK-OFF IN ZIMBABWE

Posted on September 30, 2019 by Gambeta News

Construction of solar power plant set to kick-off in early 2020 which will increase electricity supply in Zimbabwe. RioZim is set to kick-off construction of 178 megawatt solar plant after a chinese bank agreed to bankroll the project. The project will ameliorate the crippling power crisis buffeting the entire economy. The deal with is worth US$200 million was signed by RioZim and Chinese firm, China Gezhouba Group International Engineering Corporation (CGGC). This fund will be…

CHINA PLANS TO SUPPORT ZIMBABWE WITH FINANCIAL FUNDS

Posted on September 24, 2019 by Gambeta News

Financial support at the heart of China plans for Zimbabwe development. China is set to raise fund for Zimbabwe development. This funds which is worth US$2.1 billion will increase development aim as well as improve on the current exiting funds. In 2018 alone, Zimbabwe benefited from different grant as well as the foreign direct investment (FDI). As China is the only country that has done most for Zimbabwe through provision of grants and loans. China’s…

DUALISATION OF THE HARARE-CHIRUNDU HIGHWAY WILL BOAST MASHONALAND WEST.

Posted on September 2, 2019 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe kicks off the first project (Harare-Chirundu highway) to achieve the middle income economy vision. The first 6.5km of the 21km road from Makuti-Chirundu linking the Zimbabwe to Sadc, Comesa and East African states is presently ongoing. The project commissioned by President Mnangagwa will be financed by the US$21 million Japan grant. The Ministry of Transport and infrastructural Development and Japanese engineers will be support the project. On completion this road will be a key…

RWANDA AND ZIMBABWE SIGN MINING DEAL

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Gambeta News

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signed between Rwanda and Zimbabwe to boost mining sector. Rwanda and Zimbabwe has sign an MoU that will aim to spur business and private sector involvement. This MoU will help the mining sector in promoting and creating more opportunities for citizens in both nations. The mining deal will bring both nations to work together in training, exchange resources management experiences as well as share expert employment in the mining sector. CEO…

ZIMBABWE PRESIDENT LAUNCH NORTH-SOUTH CORRIDOR ROAD REHABILITATION

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Gambeta News

President Mnangagwa launch road rehabilitation under Japan US$21 million infrastructural development grants. President of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa has launch the north-south corridor road rehabilitation. The road rehab will fall under the US$21 million grants from the Japanese Government. This grant will help support the Japanese engineers and the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development. Speaking during the ceremony, President Mnangagwa said the development was part of Government’s thrust to develop robust and modern infrastructure. It will…

ZIMBABWE NEGOTIATE MORE POWER DEAL WITH MOZAMBIQUE

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Gambeta News

Minister Advocate Fortune Chasi announced negotiation deal with Mozambique for electricity generation. Zimbabwe is negotiating a deal with Mozambique for electricity generation in the country. The 400 MW deal will enable the country prevent more power shortage which they are facing at the moment. This was according to Energy and Power Development Minister Advocate Fortune Chasi during a statement. Minister Chasi said “We are actually in the process of engaging Hydro Cahora Bassa of Mozambique…

ZIMBABWE TO BORROW US$1.9BN FROM G7 NATIONS TO PAY DEBTS

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe plans to borrow fund from G7 nations but is that a wise choice? Zimbabwe Government is planning to borrow US$1,9 billion from G7 nations in order to pay their debts. The G7 nations which are France, Italy, Canada, Germany, United States, Japan and United Kingdom. The funds will be use to clear debts to the African Development Bank (AfDB) and World Bank according to Minister of Finance and Economic Development Mthuli Ncube. Speaking during…

ZIMBABWE GOVERNMENT AGREES COAL EXPORT DEAL

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe to export coal to Japan and India with new deal Zimbabwe government has agreed a deal with Dubai-based company, Victoria Consultant for coal export. This deal will enable the country to secure markets for coal exports in India and Japan. Meanwhile, Victoria Consultant will assist Zimbabwe according to the deal. As both nations are the largest coal importing countries in the world. However, during the meet President Mnangagwa said Zimbabwe should take advantage of…

ZIMBABWE: CONSTRUCTION SENGWA THERMAL STATION WILL KICK OFF SOON

Posted on July 16, 2019July 17, 2019 by Gambeta News

Is investing US$1.5bn for the construction of a 2,800MW thermal plant in Sengwa, Zimbabwe worth it? Rio Zim, a mining company in Zimbabwe; has achieved another milestone by signing a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Power China to construct the Sengwa thermal plant. Power China in November 2018 signed a framework and exclusivity agreement with Rio Zim. The PPA is an essential part of this type of project as it guarantees investors of future benefits….

ZIMBABWE PRESIDENT IN ENERGY TALKS WITH ESKOM

Posted on July 8, 2019July 8, 2019 by Gambeta News

President Mnangagwa held talks with President Ramaphosa over Zimbabwe Energy issues. President Emmanuel Mnangagwa has held talks with President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa toward solving the nation energy problem. The bilateral meeting was to find a lasting solution to Zimbabwe power challenges. During the meeting, President Mnangagwa announce that Energy and power minister Fortune Chasi will soon lead a delegate to South Africa. These delegates will finalise a new power deal that will ease…

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