Harare, August 18, 2025 (New Ziana) – The recently completed Kwekwe-Gokwe and Gokwe-Nembudziya roads in the Midlands province have been opened to traffic, marking a major milestone in the infrastructure development agenda of the country.
In a post on the National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1) X handle, Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona, who has been closely monitoring progress on the ground, said the projects demonstrate the hands-on approach and commitment of the government to strengthening road networks that drive economic growth.
“These projects are not just about asphalt and gravel, they are about transforming livelihoods by unlocking opportunities for trade and agriculture,” he said.
The Kwekwe-Gokwe-Siabuwa road now serves as a crucial link between the provincial capital, Gweru, and the two Gokwe districts, North and South, enhancing connectivity for thousands of people and businesses.
As part of the upgrades, Mhona said 40 kilometres of asphalt overlay and extensive bush clearing were completed, improving both the durability and safety of the roads.
He said the improvements will ease the movement of people and goods, lowering transport costs and stimulating economic activity in the region, with the development coming at a time when the government has prioritised road rehabilitation as a pillar of national economic recovery and improved infrastructure is expected to support key sectors including agriculture, mining, and tourism.
Beyond the Kwekwe-Gokwe routes, Mhona said other flagship road projects are underway across the country including the rehabilitation of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road, which is vital for tourism and trade, the dualisation of the busy Harare-Bulawayo Highway to reduce congestion and improve safety, as well as the Headlands-Mayo-Mutoko Road project, which will strengthen connectivity in the eastern region.
Analysts say such investments will not only ease mobility but also boost Zimbabwe’s competitiveness in regional trade. With the roads now open, communities in Gokwe and surrounding districts are already anticipating better access to markets, schools, and health facilities, clear evidence of infrastructure directly touching lives.
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