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MWENEZI – Government has completed site clearance for the construction of a stadium at Rutenga Growth Point in Mwenezi as the district gears to host next year’s national Independence commemorations.
Masvingo Provincial Works Director Peter Muzite told Masvingo Mirror that construction is set to begin soon and the stadium will have a standard pitch, changing rooms, two VIP toilets, five public ablution facilities and terraces.
Muzite added that the stadium is expected to meet Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) standards and serve as a multipurpose facility.
“Construction of the stadium in Mwenezi will start soon since we have already done site clearance. The stadium is expected to meet ZIFA standards, with a standard pitch, changing rooms, two VIP toilets, five public ablution facilities and terraces. It is going to be a multipurpose stadium,” said Muzite.
Mwenezi is hosting the national Independence Celebrations in April 2027. This year’s commemorations were held in Mapisa in Mat South. Gokwe hosted the 2025 edition.
Other infrastructure projects being undertaken in the district include construction of a culture and arts centre in Mwenezi and road rehabilitation.