Staff Reporter
The rehabilitation of the Bulawayo to Victoria Falls highway has been identified as a top priority in Zimbabwe’s new infrastructure development blueprint under the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS 2), running from 2026 to 2030. The project forms a core part of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development’s ambitious roadmap to modernise the country’s transport network and drive economic growth as Zimbabwe works toward achieving Vision 2030.
Speaking at the Projects Management Institute (PMI) Zimbabwe 2025 Annual Conference held in Victoria Falls recently, Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, Felix Mhona represented by Chief Director for Roads, Engineer David Jana, outlined several transformative projects earmarked under NDS2. Among them, the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway,stands out as a critical corridor for tourism and regional trade.
“This highway is more than a road, it is a strategic economic lifeline. Its rehabilitation will not only enhance connectivity and road safety, but will also spur economic activity along one of the most scenic routes in Southern Africa,” said Engineer Jana.
The upgraded highway is expected to facilitate smoother travel to Victoria Falls, one of Africa’s leading tourist destinations, while improving trade logistics with neighbouring countries such as Zambia and Botswana. The development aims to address long-standing issues such as deteriorated road conditions and safety concerns, which have affected travel and transport efficiency in the region.
Minister Mhona emphasized the importance of project management in the successful execution of these initiatives. “The value of project management cannot be ignored in this quest. Projects must be delivered within scope, schedule, and budget, in line with our NDS 2 objectives,” he said.
The Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway forms part of a broader infrastructure transformation agenda, which includes near-complete rehabilitation of the Harare-Beitbridge highway, the Harare-Kanyemba and Harare-Chirundu road upgrades, and major rail developments such as the Lion’s Den-Kafue and Ponto-Techobaninerailway links.
Reflecting on achievements under NDS 1, Minister Mhona highlighted the successful completion of the Trabablas Interchange in Harare, the expansion of Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport, and the modernisation of the Beitbridge Border Post.
He urged project managers to embrace sustainable, innovative solutions. “Let us promote green designs and cutting-edge technologies to build resilient, future-proof infrastructure,” he said.
With strategic focus and professional execution, Zimbabwe’s infrastructure journey under NDS 2 promises to connect communities, power industries, and bring Vision 2030 within reach.
