Gwayi-Shangani Dam project to miss December deadline
The Gwayi-Shangani Dam, a major component of the Matabeleland Zambezi Water Project, has faced multiple setbacks and missed several deadlines.
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 13, 2025
Gwayi-Shangani project 72% done, but progress criticised
By October 2024, the dam wall was 70,2% complete, with 39 metres of the planned 72-metre structure built.
By Sharon Sibindi
May. 16, 2025
Release funds for Gwayi-Shangani Dam: Minister
On completion, Lake Gwayi-Shangani will be the third largest in-land water reservoir in Zimbabwe.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Apr. 7, 2025
Miner, rancher cross swords over land
Oppenheimer represents the global interests of South African billionaire Nicky Oppenheimer and his son, Jonathan.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Apr. 7, 2025
Minister optimistic on Gwayi-Shangani Dam deadline
Moyo said Bulawayo residents and the greater Matabeleland region have waited for far too long for the project to come to life.
By Sharon Sibindi
Mar. 9, 2025
Gwayi-Shangani to transform Matabeleland region: MP
Speaking in the National Assembly last week, Tshuma called for the timeous completion of the dam, emphasising its potential to transform Matabeleland's agriculture.
By Chantay Ruswa
Dec. 3, 2024
Gwayi-Shangani: A tale of unfulfilled promises
The Gwayi-Shangani project is seen as a lasting solution to Bulawayo’s water crisis, but it is behind schedule having missed deadlines since construction began way back in 2004.
By Sharon Sibindi
Oct. 27, 2024
‘Divert devolution funds to Gwayi-Shangani Dam’
The project, which entails drawing water from the Zambezi to Bulawayo, has missed numerous deadlines many years after it was mooted.
By Peter Dube
Sep. 18, 2024
Amanzi Trust to re-engage govt over water crisis
The organisation’s objective is to lobby for water and developmental projects in the Matabeleland region.
By Nizbert Moyo
Aug. 31, 2024
