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A CONTEMPORARY GARDEN DESIGN BY

ORANGE TURF PRIVATE LIMITED FOR TRENDS

RENOVATION PROJECT
The project began on the 2nd of June 2020 when Mr T. Mujuru,
(Chairman of Trends Industrial) contacted us with an enquiry When all the necessary items were brought to the site we began
about landscaping the garden at 2 Duthie Road in Belgravia. He the land preparation. We had a team of fourteen with two garden
had been referred to us by his sister-in-law, Mrs Furusa, who had seen supervisors to ensure that all measuring and scaling was up to
our previous projects in Harare. After the call a site meeting was set up standard. Orange Turf prides itself on having well-trained staff who
for the following day when Mr Mujuru granted us the tender to design have acquired hands on skills and knowledge about gardening over the
DQG ODQGVFDSH WKH 7UHQGV ,QGXVWULDO %HOJUDYLD 2IÀFHV years. The job commenced in June and was completed within eight
weeks. As a result of the lockdown and curfew the daily working hours
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task was to create 3D drawings of the existing site which took us nearly desired time frame.
a week to complete. Following this we produced the 3D design and the
bill of quantities both of which were approved by the client.

The client, Mr Mujuru, contributed immensely to the success of the
project by running around Harare to purchase all the materials that
were needed to execute the job. Along with the help of his drivers
and the Accounts Department everything was supplied without any
friction. The support we received was a stepping stone for Orange Turf’s
successful project as most clients do not quite comprehend the costs
and requirements that go into transforming a garden.

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Belgravia is an older suburb with big trees and thick
vegetation so our garden plan was designed in such a way that
complimented the pre-existing vegetation. We added shorter
plants in order to create a favourable visual around the area. Had
we rooted taller plants with the over grown trees there as well
the premises would have looked overcrowded. We then split the
garden into sections with each area telling a story. For example,
on either side of the entrance area we created perennial mixed
borders, including some lavender to create a welcoming scent.
This also allows those driving in to feel a sense of comfort as they
are welcomed by a variety of familiar plants. For the car park area
(west side) we included tropical plants in order to create a lush
atmosphere, including palm trees, seaforthias, bamboos, arum
lilies and luxuriant groundcovers to address any bare soil. We had
to create something like this because as you drive in to your left
there is a creeper covering the wall and to blend with that rich
dark green colour we had to think tropical.

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We then decided to include a new water feature at the far eastern We had to bring in three more cycads to blend with the one that was
side of the garden to merge with the thick trees and old palm there from the old garden by the front. This section became a story on
trees that were already there in the garden. This was done to LWV RZQ ZLWK WKH YHUWLFDO DUWLÀFLDO FUHHSHUV RQ WKH PHWDO ZDOOV WKH LY\ DW
add interest to the look of the garden. Initially, the water feature the bottom and the Duranta ‘Goldmine’ shrubs along the pathway. We
was not part of the garden plan however it was later added to the OLNHG WKH LGHD IURP WKH DUFKLWHFW RI XVLQJ DUWLÀFLDO SODQWV DIWHU ZH KDG
design to beautify the garden. This happens often in landscaping - WXUQHG GRZQ WKH XVH RI OLYH PDWHULDO RQ UXVW\ PHWDO 7KH DUWLÀFLDO SODQWV
one idea begets another. After a week or so the water feature was blended well with the lawns, the ‘Goldmine’ and the cycads, which was
complete and we waited for cladding from South Africa to arrive to excellent. To come up with a good garden, it is not work solely for an
enhance our design. individual, but requires great teamwork to accomplish it.

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During this project we were faced with the challenge of sourcing plants
from local suppliers. Our client then had to source the plants from
South Africa which were then planted at a later stage because of the
logistics during the pandemic. These plants were the icing on the cake
as they knitted the building into the garden.
To help with the maintenance of the garden we installed an easy to
use irrigation system throughout the entire premises to help with easy
hydration for both the lawns and the plants. Unlike most yards where
gardeners use hosepipes at certain intervals during the day, the garden
can now be irrigated at night during the hot season to encourage
moisture retention and to curb daylight evaporation. As landscapers we
often encourage gardens to be irrigated in the cool of the evening as it
is extremely helpful to the plants.
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against the fence bounded by the ‘Goldmine’ plants. This displays a
unique and stimulating plant arrangement starting from ground covers
to shrubs and to bushes in a gradually ascending design, all starting
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added to the driveway brought a splendid hardscape look and matched
the exotic pavers.
Meanwhile, the garden is in its attractive and enthralling growing
stage with an abundance of low maintenance perennial plants. The
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breaks and pauses to ease the view; and the meandering lawn space
around the building offers the community, occupants, visitors and
gardeners adequate area to enjoy the views all year round hence
providing a tranquil atmosphere. A couple of months down the line
after completing this project, the current state has become a living
testimony to this credence.

Orange Turf P/L is situated in Harare; 2159 Mainway Meadows, Waterfalls and our
Lawns grown in Goromonzi Plot 1 of Liwonde Estates. For those who may want to

contact us please feel free to use the following numbers and personnel;
Blessing Ranjisi : Cell +263 773 969 999; +263 716 865 821
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Tendayi Mudzingwa: Cell +263 772 767 185
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.orangeturf.co.zw

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HEAVY DUTY ROAD WEIGHBRIDGE

Material Steel WARRANTY
Deck Size 24m x 3m
Max Capacity 80 Ton We will guarantee the structure for a period of 3 years against
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Equipment Flintec Digital Indicator The electronic equipment will be guaranteed for a period of 3
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INSTALLATIONS BY NICOLAS SCALE TRANSDUCERS

Weighbridge Model FT11 – LM has been successfully installed in the ZEMIC load cell – Capacity 40 ton are used for the standard weighbridge
following towns application.
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industrial profile

VAKA CONCRETE

Leaders In The Supply Of Bricks,
Blocks And Pavers For The
Construction Industry

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2012, conveniently situated at 1284 Delport Road, Sunway
City Industrial Park, in the eastern part of Harare. Their second
branch was opened in 2014 at Number 8321 Zambezi Industrial Park, in
Gweru in order to serve the central region of the country. In the relatively
short time that they’ve been operational they’ve rapidly grown to become
one of the biggest manufacturers of concrete bricks and pavers in the
country. The Harare branch has the capacity to manufacture 120,000
bricks in a single 9-hour shift, while the slightly smaller Gweru branch can
produce around 20,000 bricks in a single shift.

The Chairman of Vaka Concrete is Joseph Mutizwa with Daud Taranhike
serving as Deputy Chairman and Nyasha Zhou as Non-Executive Director.
Operations Manager Marshall Gwandira, Energy Mapanda as Production
Manager and Accountant Arnold Mayara oversee the day-to-day running
of the business.

Although the sophisticated, automated system is less labour intensive
than traditional brick making methods during peak production periods the
Harare branch creates employment for around 50 locals while the Gweru
branch employs around 20 people. Staff receive on the job skills training
and Vaka has an excellent record for staff Health and Safety.

One of the reasons for their huge manufacturing capacity is that they
made a substantial capital investment in the most up to date technology
and plant equipment from South African based company Birkenmayer,
as well as Eirich industrial mixers. Both of these brands are recognised
around the world as the leading suppliers of superior brick making
equipment – built to last with German precision.

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The sophisticated industrial machinery ensures that each and every brick,
block or paver is manufactured to the highest standards and that each
product in the range is identical in terms of strength, size and colour.
There is virtually no variation in their products from different batches. This
has earned Vaka Concrete accreditation from the Standards Association
of Zimbabwe – ensuring you can trust that their products are always of
the best quality.

Presently Vaka Concrete manufactures a range of concrete bricks in
a variety of colours including the natural grey, a reddish terracotta
colour similar to traditional clay bricks and a yellowish amber colour.
The terracotta and amber bricks can be used as facebricks and left
unplastered or unpainted. The bricks have a solid colour throughout so
they can be cut and chipped without showing colour variations – and
the colour is completely fade resistant. They also manufacture pavers
in a variety of colours and strengths. Their 60mm pavers are ideal for
domestic use – driveways, patios and pool surrounds, while their 80mm
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is too big or too small – from large construction projects for property
developers to small orders for individual DIY enthusiasts.

While they do carry a substantial amount of stock bigger orders can be
accommodated within a 14 to 21 day period – allowing for the bricks
and pavers to cure to full strength. Unlike clay bricks concrete bricks get
stronger over time as the cement sets and hardens. So concrete bricks
and pavers really are a worthwhile, lifetime investment.

Vaka Concrete can cater for all their customers’ needs. Where customers
don’t have their own delivery vehicles Vaka can recommend reliable
transport operators, and they also have a list of tried and trusted sub-
contractors for paving or construction. They also have a handy app on
their website to help customers calculate the quantities needed for
paving and they can assist with calculating the number of bricks needed
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Currently Vaka Concrete manufactures a range of solid concrete bricks
and pavers in a variety of colours, as well as hollow blocks. Future plans
include expanding to manufacture concrete roof tiles, curb stones,
culverts, manhole covers, pre-cast lintels and ZESA poles. In fact Vaka
Concrete is set to become the one-stop supplier for all concrete pre-made
products used in the construction industry – from home DIY projects to
massive civil contracts.

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The raw materials for Vaka Concrete’s
manufacturing process are all sourced locally,
helping to support local industries and reduce
the need for foreign currency expenditure.
Their proximity to raw materials ensure that
they produce quality products at affordable
prices. The production process uses fairly large
amounts of water which is sourced from a
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products are naturally cured there’s no need for
bricks or pavers to be dried in kilns which are
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more environmentally friendly option.

Some of their previous contracts include
supplying products for individuals, corporates,
real estate developers, government civil
projects, schools, the fuel sector, and banks.
They supplied around 5 million bricks for the
Fairview Properties development in Ruwa as
well as bricks for the Lafarge housing project,
the Mimosa Mine housing project, NBS in
Bindura, pavers for Village Walk in Borrowdale
and pavers for OK Supermarkets in Glenview
and Kwekwe – to name just a few.

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continue to cure and get stronger over time making then extremely durable and sustainable. Harare
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Website: www.vakaconcrete.co.zw

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The Covid 19 second wave has brought in the South African variant with
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faster and has a higher death rate than the original variant which has
largely receded. Lockdown regulations are to be tightly enforced to
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two of phase one, targeting those with serious medical conditions and the
over 60s, China’s batch of Sinopharm doses will be augmented by a far
larger shipment also from China next March 2021.

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TOWARDS THE REGULATION OF THE
ZIMBABWE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR

There have been concerns about the local contractor who has tions of regulation; registration of local and foreign companies; discipline
been seen as lacking capacity. The contractors themselves are control; project registration and monitoring; standards control; capacity
concerned that public jobs are being awarded to foreigners
ahead of locals thus denying them an opportunity to build their evaluation; standardization of contract documents, codes of practice and
capacity. There are also concerns of downright corruption in the sector as legal contractual procedures; and the making of by-laws will go a long way
evidenced by the activities of tenderpreneurs and land barons. Although WRZDUGV EULQJLQJ VDQLW\ WR WKH VHFWRU DV ZHOO DV OHYHOOLQJ WKH SOD\LQJ ÀHOG
regulation of the sector has been through Associations such as ZBCA The Zimbabwe Building Contractors Association now awaits with keen in-
using a Code of Conduct for members, membership of an association is terest the unfolding legislative process to enact the Bill into an Act of Par-
voluntary. The majority of the “companies” are not registered with any liament which will bring Zimbabwe into line with her peers in the Southern
Association and thus operate as they wish. When they fail to deliver all African Development Community (SADC) region who have regulated their
contractors including those being regulated through Associations are then FRQVWUXFWLRQ VHFWRUV 7KH $VVRFLDWLRQ H[SHFWV EHQHÀWV IURP WKLV OHJLVOD-
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resulting in capacity enhancement, savings on foreign currency as more
All these challenges arise from the fact that the sector is not regulated. locals get opportunities and employment opportunities to Zimbabweans.
The Zimbabwe Building Contractors Association (ZBCA) and the Construc-
tion Industry Federation of Zimbabwe (CIFOZ) under the banner of the
Joint Industrial Commission (JIC) in partnership with the Government of
Zimbabwe through the Ministries of Local Government and Public Works,
and National Housing and Social Amenities have come up with the Zimba-
bwe Contractors Construction Council Bill 2019. The principles of the Bill
which were debated and approved by cabinet recently seeks to establish
the Zimbabwe Construction Contractors Council of Zimbabwe whose func-

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PROPOSAL FOR SMALL HOLDER FARMERS
COMMUNITY BASED IRRIGATION SCHEMES

INTRODUCTION Goals and Objectives

Food insecurity and hunger have been threating the lives of many The major driving goals are adopted from the United Nation Sustainable
communities in Zimbabwe. This has led to increased criminal Development Goals of 2030 namely:
activities, increased rate of communicable diseases and poverty.
These challenges can be addressed by setting up small, manageable 1. Goal 1: End poverty in all its forms everywhere
community projects that can guarantee continued income generating 2. Goal 2: End hunger, achieve food security and improved
mechanisms that can aid to alleviate poverty and hunger. The greatest
advantage in the implementation of such project is that Zimbabwe nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
economy is Agrarian in nature.
3. Goal 8: Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic

growth, full and productive employment and decent work

Purpose The objectives to these respective goals comprise of:
The purpose of such an initiative is to stimulate the following:
1. To identify possible sites to implement project
1. Employment creation and empowering of locals 2. To design a sustainable irrigation system
2. Contain food insecurity levels and eradicate hunger in society 3. 7R FRPH XS ZLWK FRVW EHQHÀW DQDO\VLV RI SURMHFW
3. Improved healthy diet
4. Contribution to Gross Domestic Product of the nation Research Questions
5. Reduced crime rate
6. Reduced rate of communicable diseases 1. What impact will the project have on the communities in terms

Project Description of socio-economic aspects?
Community Based Irrigation schemes are structures meant to proof
the food coffers for the vulnerable. These provide locals with a task of 2. Will the project be self-sustaining after initial piloting?
growing agriculture produce for consumption and selling so as to alleviate 3. Which organisations will appraise the project and are willing to
hunger and poverty. They consist of tracts of land, water storage tanks
and irrigation system. The irrigation systems convey water to plants so engage and achieve set goals?
that they reach maturity. Once the produce has been harvested it can
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- 4 •Value for money •Skills Development
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1. Project Costs Edward Takudzwa Antonio BSc (Honours) in Civil Engineering (UZ)
2. Quality Assurance Email: [email protected] Cell: +263778206302, +263718513737
3. Maintenance Scheduling
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