Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. AUTHORITIES have said the Harare-Beitbridge Highway rehabilitation is almost complete, with 53,2km remaining.
In an update released on Monday, the Transport and Infrastructural Development ministry announced the opening of a 3km four-lane stretch at Ngundu, pushing the total completed work to 528,8km.
“Just three days ago, we had 56,5km to go. Now, we are thrilled to announce that the Harare-Beitbridge Road project is only 53,2km from completion,” the ministry said.
The government described the progress as a major milestone in its infrastructure modernisation programme, noting that the project is now firmly in the home stretch.
“We are in the final stretch. The finish line is in sight. The new Ngundu section has already been opened to traffic to ease movement along the busy regional corridor,” the ministry said.
The massive upgrade of one of the country’s flagship infrastructure undertakings has been executed through a consortium of local contractors.
According to the ministry, Bitumen World remains the lead contributor with 125km completed, followed by Fossil Contracting at 118km. Masimba Holdings has delivered 98km, Exodus and Company 90,6km, while Tensor Systems has completed 90km.
Trial Construction has contributed 7,2km to date.
The Harare-Beitbridge Highway is one of southern Africa’s busiest routes, linking Zimbabwe with South Africa and facilitating both domestic and international cargo movement.
Upon completion, the corridor is expected to significantly improve safety, reduce travel times and enhance efficiency for commercial transport operators.
Transport industry players said the project’s completion was expected to bring relief to motorists who had endured congestion and delays along the route.
The ministry urged motorists to continue exercising caution along the sections still under construction and assured the public that the remaining works are being fast-tracked.
“Our teams are working tirelessly to deliver a world-class highway. We appreciate the public’s patience as we move towards completion,” the ministry said.
Completion of the remaining 53,2km is expected to unlock the full benefits of the upgraded corridor, positioning the route as one of the country’s most strategic economic assets.
For More News And Analysis About Zimbabwe Follow Africa-Press
