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Trust Freddy
Herald Correspondent
CONSTRUCTION at the state-of-the-art Zimbabwe Cyber City in Mount Hampden, just outside Harare, is back on track, with over 50 luxury villas expected to be completed by next year.
Essential infrastructure, including roads, sewer systems, and water reticulation, is nearing completion, signalling the start of an unprecedented real estate boom in the country.
During a media tour of the site, Dr Paul Tungwarara, Special Presidential Investment Advisor to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and chairman of Prevail International Group, who is overseeing the construction, expressed optimism about creating a mini-Dubai in Zimbabwe.
“We are currently focused on infrastructure development, and contractors are actively on site,” he said.
Following the completion of the 50 villas, construction will shift to a shopping mall. Additionally, a musical fountain, designed to enhance domestic tourism, is nearing completion.
This fountain utilises water, colour, and music to create an entertaining show.
“This is another indication that we are ready to bring Dubai to Zimbabwe. The fountain will dance to the rhythm of music, resembling the famed ‘dancing waters’ of Dubai,” said Dr Tungwarara.
The overall development is estimated to cost nearly US$500 million, featuring elaborate designs, including the impressive fountain.
The Cyber City project is being developed by Mulk International, owned by Dubai-based billionaire Mr Shaji Ul Mulk, who proposed the project to President Mnangagwa during a visit to the UAE.
President Mnangagwa subsequently invited Mr Mulk to bring the project to Mount Hampden. The civil works contract has been awarded to Bitumen World, with the first phase already underway. This phase focuses on essential infrastructure such as roads, sewer trenching, and water systems, paving the way for the smart city development.
The Zim Cyber City will comprise 250 homes, including 80 luxury villas, along with green spaces, offices, and commercial spaces, all connected to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a digital transport system.
It represents the first real estate investment in Zimbabwe under the Zimbabwe Global Investments (ZGI) Special Economic Zone (SEZ) programme, which has been approved by President Mnangagwa and facilitated by the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion.
