By Virginia Njovo
Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, Felix Mhona, has pledged to
complete two additional bridges in Masvingo before the end of 2026, as the Ministry
intensifies efforts to improve transport infrastructure in the province and across the country.
Speaking during the official opening of the Chevron Bridge on April 30, Mhona said the
Ministry was expected to return later this year to commission two more bridges.
“The development forms part of the ongoing road and bridge rehabilitation works, which are
aimed at reducing transport challenges for both commuters and businesses. This is especially
important during the rainy season, when water levels often disrupt movement and damage
road infrastructure,” said Mhona.
He said the Ministry expects to return for the commissioning of the Chimusana Bridge and
the Masvingo Polytechnic Interchange, which will be known as Masvingo Trabablas.
“Masvingo Trabablas will improve connectivity between key areas in and around Masvingo.
It will also strengthen access to markets and support day-to-day economic activities for
communities,” said Mhona.
Mhona also explained that delays and funding constraints may occur during construction,
saying Zimbabwe faced difficulties accessing certain loans and support mechanisms.
“The Ministry cannot access loans from the World Bank like some other countries due to
sanctions. Some of the delays we may experience during the construction of bridges will
require us to rely on the national Treasury,” he said.
He went on to say the Ministry would continue with the refurbishment of Chilonga Bridge,
underscoring the Government’s commitment to improving transport infrastructure and
reducing disruptions on the road network.
