In a strategic move to enhance national and regional infrastructure, the Government of Zimbabwe has signed a landmark concession agreement with Hena Concessions Company for the upgrade, operation, and maintenance of the Harare-Nyamapanda Road and the Nyamapanda Border Post. The agreement marks a critical step toward improving trade efficiency, road safety, and cross-border connectivity.
The Public-Private Partnership (PPP) was formalised in Harare on 25 June 2025, with the Government represented by the Permanent Secretary for Transport and Infrastructural Development, Engineer Joy Pedzisai Makumbe. The project, described as transformative, is set to inject fresh momentum into Zimbabwe’s infrastructure modernisation efforts in line with the National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1).
Under the agreement, several key interventions are planned, including the dualisation of high-traffic sections of the road to ease congestion, the construction of a modern toll plaza to enhance user experience and revenue collection, and the comprehensive upgrading of the Nyamapanda Border Post. These developments are expected to facilitate more seamless regional trade, particularly with Zimbabwe’s eastern neighbours.
Engineer Makumbe noted that the concession is a signal of government’s readiness to harness private-sector capabilities for national development. “This project aligns with the broader aspirations of NDS1. It will not only improve infrastructure but also stimulate employment, empower local businesses, and strengthen regional transport corridors,” she said.
Hena Concessions Company, which has a strong track record in infrastructure investment and development, is expected to bring both capital and technical expertise to the initiative. The project also reflects a growing confidence in Zimbabwe’s infrastructure investment climate, as private players continue to step into critical national development spaces.
The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development has committed to sharing further construction timelines and implementation details in the near future. Meanwhile, the public has been urged to remain supportive and cooperative as the government works to transform the country’s roads and border systems into modern, efficient assets.
As Zimbabwe seeks to position itself as a regional transport hub, the Harare-Nyamapanda Road and border project is more than just a construction venture, it is a signal of a country on the move, reshaping its infrastructure to unlock economic potential and regional com
petitiveness.
