The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development has announced the reopening of Old Mazowe Road from the Westgate roundabout to Gwebi River Crossing.
The 7KM stretch is set to be opened to traffic on June 17th following the completion of all upgrades and road markings.
In a public notice issued by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development, the rehabilitation and upgrading of roads aimed to improve safety and visibility for all road users.
“The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development, in conjunction with Bitumen World, is pleased to announce the reopening of Old Mazowe Road on June 17, 2024, following the road closure which started on March 24, 2024, to allow for its reconstruction.
“The upgrade, which has included road widening, resurfacing, and remarking, has been aimed at improving the quality and safety of the road as well as the motoring public’s overall travel experience.
Old Mazowe Road will now be open for public use for the first 7km from Westgate Roundabout up to the Gwebi River Crossing,” reads the statement.
The completion of Old Mazowe Road’s 7KM stretch marks a significant milestone in the construction and rehabilitation of roads.
Meanwhile, the Shurugwi-Mhandamabwe Road reconstruction project is in progress.
The reconstructed road is getting a fresh new look with fresh paint and new road markings, significantly enhancing safety and visibility for all road users.