Harare, (New Ziana) – The construction of the Kunzvi Dam has recorded remarkable progress, with overall works now standing at 69 percent, marking a significant milestone in one of Zimbabwe’s flagship water development projects.
According to the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (ZINWA) Head of Corporate Communications and Marketing, Mrs. Marjorie Munyonga, the dam has already begun impounding water following the closure of the Nyagui River in September and the onset of the 2025/26 rain season.
Located on the Nyagui River along the boundary between Murehwa and Goromonzi Districts in Mashonaland East Province, the dam is set to bring transformative benefits to surrounding communities.
Once complete, it will provide water for the irrigation of at least 500 hectares of land, boosting agricultural productivity for local farmers. The project will also supply domestic water to the growing Juru Growth Point and the Cross, Musami, and Majuru Business Centres in Goromonzi, while further easing water shortages in Harare’s eastern suburbs.
Munyonga noted that engineering works across the site are progressing steadily, reflecting a well-coordinated construction effort.
“On the riverbed, substantial progress has been achieved through extensive placement of fill and core materials, which form the backbone of the dam wall’s stability and strength,” she said.
“The left bank has also seen intensified construction activity with large volumes of core and fill material placed, alongside riprap work that will protect the structure from erosion.”
Progress on the right bank has been equally significant, where concrete continues to be poured on the outlet works, particularly the D-Tunnel.
Additionally, work on the dam’s spillway—a key component for regulating excess water—has advanced through continued placement of mass concrete. Excavation of the return channel is underway, ensuring that water can safely flow downstream once the dam becomes fully operational.
With its completion, communities in Mashonaland East and parts of Harare will gain access to more reliable water supply, enhanced irrigation capacity, and long-term protection against recurring water shortages.
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