Baker Tilly Edge - Construction Insights

Core Strengths of Zimbabwe’s Construction Sector

• Availability of locally sourced construction materials such as cement, stone, sand, and quarry products.
• Skilled artisans and technical professionals with experience across residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
• Strong demand for housing driven by urbanisation, population growth, and housing backlogs.
• Presence of established local contractors with knowledge of the regulatory and operating environment.
• Growth in small to medium-scale construction projects supporting inclusive sector participation.

Growth Drivers and Sector Potential

• Increased public and private investment in infrastructure, housing, and industrial developments.
• Government prioritisation of infrastructure development under national development strategies.
• Expanding real estate and property development market, particularly in urban and peri-urban areas.
• Opportunities for cost-effective and innovative building technologies and alternative materials.
• Strong backward links to manufacturing, mining, transport, and financial services.