Workers will begin building the second phase of the Mbare Musika market on April 14. The new multi-story complex aims to provide space for 10,000 vendors with modern facilities that can withstand disasters like fires. President Mnangagwa made this announcement when he opened the rebuilt first phase of the market that burned down last October.
The government allowed construction company Masimba Holdings to start work immediately without going through normal procurement processes. The president said the new market will include better sanitation, fire safety features, and organized trading spaces. He linked this project to national development goals and asked local officials to build similar markets across all provinces.
Mnangagwa stressed that rent must remain affordable for small traders using these facilities. He told developers they could not charge high fees that might force vendors out of business. Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe confirmed that the second phase will greatly increase the market capacity compared to previous facilities.
The government allowed construction company Masimba Holdings to start work immediately without going through normal procurement processes. The president said the new market will include better sanitation, fire safety features, and organized trading spaces. He linked this project to national development goals and asked local officials to build similar markets across all provinces.
Mnangagwa stressed that rent must remain affordable for small traders using these facilities. He told developers they could not charge high fees that might force vendors out of business. Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe confirmed that the second phase will greatly increase the market capacity compared to previous facilities.
