Zimbabwe's government plans to convert the recently acquired Monomotapa Crowne Plaza into accommodation for lawmakers, Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube announced on Wednesday during a budget planning session in Bulawayo. The 182-bed property in downtown Harare was purchased in August through the public service pension fund from African Sun. Officials say the arrangement will cut lodging expenses that previously went to private establishments when legislators attend parliamentary business and national gatherings.
Ncube indicated the facility will generate income for the pension fund by accepting paying guests when rooms remain available. He told parliamentarians that officials will develop a management plan allowing the property to support its operational needs through public bookings during periods when legislators do not require space.
The landmark building sits adjacent to Harare Gardens and features design elements drawing from the historic Kingdom of Monomotapa. Its distinctive appearance has made it among the capital's most recognizable structures. Ncube did not provide specifics about financial arrangements or revenue targets for the pension fund investment.
Ncube indicated the facility will generate income for the pension fund by accepting paying guests when rooms remain available. He told parliamentarians that officials will develop a management plan allowing the property to support its operational needs through public bookings during periods when legislators do not require space.
The landmark building sits adjacent to Harare Gardens and features design elements drawing from the historic Kingdom of Monomotapa. Its distinctive appearance has made it among the capital's most recognizable structures. Ncube did not provide specifics about financial arrangements or revenue targets for the pension fund investment.
