Zimbabwe Minister Kasukuwere’s 50 bed room mansion

Zimbabwe Minister Kasukuwere’s 50 bed room mansion

Zimbabwe Minister Kasukuwere’s 50 bed room mansion



Zimbabwe Minister Kasukuwere’s 50 bed room mansion

ZANU-PF cadres loyal to Vice-President Emmerson Mnangagwa are pushing to have Kasukuwere arrested over his handling of the country’s many Community Share Ownership Schemes (CSOSs).

On Tuesday Kasukuwere for the second week running failed to turn up for the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Youth, Indigenisation and Economic Empowerment to answer Brainworks corruption charges.

The spotlight has particularly been on indigenisation deals involving mining companies namely the Zimbabwe Platinum Mines (Zimplats), Mimosa, Blanket Mine and Unki — owned by Anglo America Corporation.
At the time these transactions were negotiated, Kasukuwere was the indigenisation minister.

Former Hurungwe West independent Temba Mliswa has dared Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) commissioner general Gershem Pasi to collect taxes from elite politicians like Kasukuwere whom he alleges is building a monstrous house with many rooms.

“I would like to throw simple questions, Kasukuwere the house you are building in Glen Lorne, three floors with an elevator and over 50 bedrooms.  He owes me $13 000 from service station rentals.  How then did he get the money?” queried Mliswa during a recent news conference in Harare.

He added: “Zimra, I mean Gershem Pasi is busy going for small boys, why can’t he go for these big boys. That’s my challenge for Gershem Pasi. Go for these big boys. Let’s see where the money is coming from. The moment that you say I’m now this rich, we start asking have you been paying tax.  If you are a true leader you must pay your tax”.

“The other guys who are purporting to be rich do so while Zimra is sitting on millions of what they owe but because they have political connections and so forth, it’s just being put on hold,” said Mliswa.

Kasukuwere responded saying Mliswa should not start “a war he can’t sustain” by publicly attacking him and Zanu PF secretary for administration Ignatius Chombo at campaign rallies, adding the ruling party might be forced to expose his dark past.

“If he thinks he has support as he claims, let us meet in Hurungwe West on June 10. He must not mistake the support he got riding on President Robert Mugabe’s name by saying it is him who is popular.

Soon we will exorcise his ghost just in the same way we have done with the MDC in the whole country,” Kasukuwere said.

Kasukuwere challenged Mliswa to reveal why he was kicked out of London if “he was really clean”.

“As they say, those who stay in glass houses must not throw stones, I plead with Mliswa to stop being malicious and desist from maligning our good standing. I, for one, my money is easily traceable. I can challenge anyone who wants to come and I will show the source of my small but appreciative wealth,” he said.

Kasukuwere added: “This guy must close his mouth for once before his evil deeds are put bare for all to see. He must learn to carry his own cross and not blame patriotic Zanu PF members for his political misfortune, but he must look straight in the eyes of his ambitious uncle, one Didymus Mutasa, and ask him why they wanted to kill the President.

“I will not lose sleep just because Mliswa has opened his mouth and uttered his nonsense. I am focused on growing the party and rescuing it from the jaws of corruption and selfish agendas which the Gamatox people wanted it to be at.”

Mayor Justice Wadyajena, the chairman of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Youth, Indigenisation and Economic Empowerment is under increasing pressure from ZANU-PF hawks that feel threatened by Kasukuwere’s rising political stock to exert pressure on Parliament in order to have him investigated for his role in the CSOSs with a view to causing his arrest.

Despite his youthful age, Wadyajena has combined his financial clout, sharp tongue and extensive political connections to cause political tremors in ZANU-PF.

Despite his youthful age, Wadyajena has combined his financial clout, sharp tongue and extensive political connections to cause political tremors in ZANU-PF.

Towards the ZANU-PF congress held last year, he was one of the key architects behind former vice president Joice Mujuru’s downfall.

Speaker of Parliament, Jacob Mudenda last year indicated that Wadyajena’s could not summon Kasukuwere to appear before his committee and answer questions pertaining to issues that happened when he was still minister of youth, indigenisation and economic empowerment, the committee thinks otherwise.

Kasukuwere’s first summons were linked to the US$1,8 billion indigenisation deals that were handled by Brainworks Capital Management but never materialised.

How Brainworks was given a tender to be a consultant for the National Indigenisation and Economic Empowerment Board (NIEEB) without going to tender was one of the questions that Kasukuwere was supposed to answer before the committee.

Regardless of Mudenda’s advice, the committee has asked the ZANU-PF stalwart to come and answer questions on how the Marange-Zimunya Community Share Ownership Scheme was handled.Indications are that the committee intends to go beyond the Marange-Zimunya scheme to enquire from Kasukuwere how Brainworks came into the picture with regards to other empowerment transactions.

Under the Marange-Zimunya Community Share Ownership Scheme, some US$50 million was pledged, but only about half a million materialised ever since President Mugabe launched the scheme in 2012.

Wadyajena could not be contacted for comment. His mobile number was barred from all incoming calls.
However, that Brainworks chief executive officer, George Manyere, recently appeared before the committee professing ignorance over the government tender system and that his company was never paid a cent for their consultancy work, was quite telling of the brewing plot against Kasukuwere.

ZANU-PF informants said party snipers were angling to use the Parliament route to set their sights on Kasukuwere because he, along with newly appointed Education Minister Jonathan Moyo were being seen as the brains behind an obscure faction going by the name Generation 40, or simply G40, which seeks to renew ZANU-PF from within.

Beverley Hills Golf Estate, Borrowdale, Zimbabwe, a fabulous and beautiful Harare upmarket residential estate

A US$250 million housing project, Beverley Hills Golf Estate, Borrowdale, Harare, has been unveiled in Harare's Borrowdale suburb, potentially unleashing vast opportunities in the country's construction sector which had been guarded by a decade-long economic crisis.

The project is being undertaken by Carey Farm Private Limited, with Interfin Bank coming in as a financier.
RE/MAX Realty Centre is the selling agency.
Indicating that the project would change the landscape of Harare and Zimbabwe, RE/MAX chief executive officer, Rutendo Rutendo, said the Beverley Hills Golf Estate was going to "unlock value to a number of industries," particularly those in the construction sector.
"One of the major highlights of the project is the upgrade of Luna Road by the project developer. This public road had become inaccessible due to its bad condition. Primarily, it's the role of the city council to fix roads but to enhance the project it was necessary to fix the road not only for the benefit of Beverley Hills residence but for the city and public at large," said Rutendo.
"The public will now be able to access Luna Road from Crowhill Road all the way to Umwinsdale. As we speak now the contractors are almost complete with the fixing and upgrade of the road," he said
He indicated that at least 310 exclusive housing units, with a price pegged at US$500 000 per unit, would be constructed under the project.
"This is a winner. It's going to benefit a number of stakeholders in the construction industry like suppliers of building products, building contractors, engineers, town planners, surveyors, civil contractors, architects, furniture suppliers and electrical contractors, among others. 
"The sector had gone for over a decade without any meaningful projects," Rutendo said.
He indicated that there would be a choice of 400 house designs by award winning architects, Nico Van Der Meulen and Francois Marais, both from South Africa.These architects will work with selected local architects on the project.
"The package is delivered by an exceptionally skilled team of architectural, building design, construction, landscaping, interior design, decor and development specialists," said Rutendo.
The Beverley Hills Golf Estate project is being developed on the remainder of lot H Borrowdale Estate, Harare in Luna Road off Crowhill after Borrowdale Brooke Golf Estate. The stands range from 1300 square metres (m²) to 2 900m² and are priced at US$50 per m².
Rutendo said the artistic style of the homes was "unique in design and encompasses spacious layouts and fine finishes whilst achieving an alluring air of grandeur".
"The four cluster housing stands, one commercial stand and a recreation park with a golf course perfects the estate," he said.
The cost of the plan and the building will be a private contract between buyers and builders of their choice.
There is also room for one to submit one's own plans which must be on par with the rest of the development to be accepted.

Source: http://www.financialgazette.co.zw

Beverley Hills Golf Estate, a fabulous and beautiful Harare upmarket residential estate
Beverley Hills Golf Estate located in Borrowdale, Harare offers the experience of luxury living. The package is delivered by an exceptionally skilled team of architectural, building design, construction, landscaping, interior design, decor and development specialists. Offering you homes that are aesthetically beautiful and an inspiration to ideal modern style. This development will be carried out at the remainder of lot H Borrowdale Estate, Harare. It is largely a residential development which offers a variety of highly appealing exquisite developments designed by the world\'s famous and renowned architects. Our philosophy is the creation of world class environments through an integrated approach to land planning and wherever possible, preservation of critical areas to create an ecological haven that gives our clients the world without costing them the earth.
The philosophy, without compromise has been carried through to the Beverley Hills Golf Estate development, which comprises of 310 model homes, each of the homes individually designed to ensure that our clients are assured of comfort, luxury, security and satisfaction.
The artistic style of the homes is unique in design and encompasses spacious layouts and fine finishes whilst achieving an alluring air of grandeur. The four cluster housing stands, one commercial stand and a recreation park with a golf course perfects the estate.
The development also offers a completely secure environment with a private gated entry, all round security and electrified fences.

The project is in Luna Road off Crowhill after Borrowdale Brooke Golf Estate. The stands range from 1300m² to 2900m² and are priced at $50 per m². The development is privately owned by Carey Farm (PVT) LTD and RE/MAX Realty Centre is the selling agency. Should you purchase a stand you will be automatically included into the Owners Association and will be required to sign a building contract with a contractor of your choice. RE/MAX Realty Centre will supply you with a choice from 400 house designs by some of the the world’s top Architects. The cost of the plan and the building will be a private contract between yourself and the builder of your choice. There is also room for you to submit your own plans which must be on par with the rest of the development, to be accepted.
The development is being sold in 3 Phases and Phase 1 is currently selling but you may choose a stand in future phases.

Features 1 Close Circuit TV 1 Intercom

Amenities 12 Restaurant(s) 1 Police Station(s) 1 Post Office(s) 10 Café(s) 7 Bank(s) 2 Golf Course(s) 6 Fast Food Restaurant(s) 5 Chemist(s) 6 Doctor(s)

Source: http://www.remax.co.zw

Borrowdale Brooke luxury mansions, home of the Zimbabwean elite society

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Luxury Mansion of President Robert Mugabe in Borrowdale Brooke




Borrowdale Brooke mansion

The huge Borrowdale estate in north-east Harare with its steep hillsides covered with msasa trees and cut by the near ravines of the Umwindsi River and its tributaries, has always been the desired home of the "comfortably off".

Spectacular views, beautiful scenery and neighbours who are "our sort of people" provide serious attractions to those who have risen to the top of their business or profession. And now a new generation of wealthy men are moving into the estate amid an orgy of mansion building over the past decade, with builders and their earth-moving equipment a prominent sight.

But no one should plan on this suburb without some serious money. While the upper-middle income people might just be able to squeeze into Borrowdale Brooke, you will need a minimum of US$500 000 to build along "millionaires row" in Luna, Umwindsidale, Carrick Creagh and Helensvale all once sections of the huge estate.

The giant 55 000 acre Borrowdale estate was carved out by three officers of the British South Africa Company: Major Frank Johnson, Captain Maurice Heany and Captain Henry Borrow. Officers of the company column had larger land grants and the column commander and two of his company commanders decided to pool their grants. So from the beginning of Harare the estate has been reserved for the better off.

Borrow, who had the misfortune of being second-in-command to Allan Wilson on his ill-fated patrol in Matabeleland, gave his name to the estate when his surviving par tners decided it would be a pleasant memorial.

The estate was soon cut into sections and these were rented out as farms to people who Johnson and Heany liked. Helensvale was named after Helen Shaw, the new wife of the new police adjutant. Those who took Philadelphia, the Brook, Carrick Creagh, Hogerty Hill and Luna named their sections after their home towns or other associations.

The south-west corner, basically the bit between the present race course and Piers Road, was chopped off early on and subdivided into large residential plots before the First World War.

But the residential development of the rest had to wait until after World War II, and even then it was often piecemeal, the older sections being sold off as farms, then subdivided into "gentlemen's estates" which were further subdivided in time into very large plots, a process still going on.

This is why a visitor to Borrowdale will find the odd old farmhouse, or "country house" in a prime sheltered location surrounded by new buildings.

The process started with the areas accessible from Borrowdale Road and moved east, just as the almost similar development of the farm on the south of the Umwindsi River, Glen Lorne, started from Enterprise Road.

The slightly flatter Glen Lorne was more attractive to the developers of the 1950s and 1960s, hence the blocks of one acre plots on that farm.

Now the bulk of the land left for development is right in the north-east of Borrowdale estate, and the extreme hilly terrain means that plots must be large. Even the master plan for Harare recognises that sub-division will be difficult; the whole Umwindsi catchment is designated as very low-density.

Joining the "old money" a new breed of residents, buoyed by a seemingly incessant flow of money, is now transforming the face of Borrowdale.

Where you were likely to be greeted from a distance by overgrown treetops and an odd high mansion in the days of yore, now a visitor is greeted by a wave of rooftops.

But as you come close, you find that the "new money" likes its privacy as much as the "old money"; the 3m wall is almost standard.

This is the unwritten code of Borrowdale where Zimbabwe's rich and famous are spending huge amounts of cash on exquisite houses they invariably draw themselves into a cacoon of privacy.

"The people here need their privacy and they do not want to be disturbed this is why they put boom gates at every road," said one maid who declined to be named.

And it has come at a price for the residents.

For proper maintenance of the house one would need at least two maids, two gardeners and a chef, and that will set even the meanest employer back US$1 000 a month, plus the need for building a modest village in a corner of the plot to house the staff.

While mountain climbing is a pastime for some people here you need to drive as you navigate through the sharp curves and steep slopes to catch a glimpse of the breathtaking view of the new buildings.

Most of the houses are ready for occupation, others are nearing completion or at roof level while some have already been occupied.

"This is an area where you get to see the who's who in the 'money business' and some of the top politicians. As the clock strikes 6pm guys like you are not allowed to drive through," said one gardener who was busy slashing grass off the driveway.

Indeed, the neighbourhood is where you get to see the Reserve Bank Governor, Dr Gideon Gono and businessmen David Govere among others.

But some of those who own these houses are little known but they like to live in luxury. According to one property developer, a modest plot -- and the one acre is a rarety -- would cost you a whopping US$50 000 an acre and slightly around US$500 000 to complete the house.

In this part of town a borehole, pump station and an electricity generator that could power a decent factory are pretty much standard. All that fuel for the "private power station" adds to the monthly expense so even winning the lotto will not mean much; you need the income too.

A hillside swimming pool and tennis court needs a surprising amount of serious earth moving, all adding to the cost.

The reason for such huge amounts of money is that one needs to hire bulldozers, graders and other machinery to level the ground, or at least terrace a hillside to build the sections of your mansion.

The minimum you can pay is US$30 000 in this area but on average you would pay between US$50 000 to US$60 000 for just one acre and most residents want a few acres so they can spread themselves out.

Some hillside houses have to be spread out; there simply is not enough level space to build a single large mansion and the architect has to come up with several blocks of rooms on terraces.

Building costs per square metre are around US$250 to US$500 depending on the construction company, the desired finish and the need to split the house into sections.

However, cost does not equate to value as market determines the prices. But depending on the acres, features on the house such as tennis court, borehole, security wall, swimming pool and whether it is a one or two storey building determines the cost.

A total of 1 000 common bricks cost between US$50 and US$90 while the same quantity of face bricks cost US$100 to US$190. Semi-common bricks are being sold for US$40 to US$90, gutters cost US$9 per 2,4m, while ordinary door frames coast between US$24 and US$35.

Given such figures, one is able to judge whether they are able to move into these plush areas or just dream. Yes, in Zimbabwe, there are some rich men and to them these figures might just be figures as they plan and build their dream home.

Some areas of new development are still a little garish, compared to the "old money" parts of Borrowdale. But those gangs of gardeners, quite often directed by professional landscapers, are transforming the building sites and covering the 20th century farm fields with articulate gardens.

Within a decade or two the new trees, joining the surviving Msasas, will once again cover the hillsides with green; shrubs and ivy will mute the walls; and "new money" Borrowdale will become far more private and discreet, in fact as private and as discreet as "old money" Borrowdale. It will be a haven for the successful.

Beverley Hills Golf Estate, Borrowdale, Zimbabwe, a fabulous and beautiful Harare upmarket residential estate

A US$250 million housing project, Beverley Hills Golf Estate, Borrowdale, Harare, has been unveiled in Harare's Borrowdale suburb, potentially unleashing vast opportunities in the country's construction sector which had been guarded by a decade-long economic crisis.

The project is being undertaken by Carey Farm Private Limited, with Interfin Bank coming in as a financier.
RE/MAX Realty Centre is the selling agency.
Indicating that the project would change the landscape of Harare and Zimbabwe, RE/MAX chief executive officer, Rutendo Rutendo, said the Beverley Hills Golf Estate was going to "unlock value to a number of industries," particularly those in the construction sector.
"One of the major highlights of the project is the upgrade of Luna Road by the project developer. This public road had become inaccessible due to its bad condition. Primarily, it's the role of the city council to fix roads but to enhance the project it was necessary to fix the road not only for the benefit of Beverley Hills residence but for the city and public at large," said Rutendo.
"The public will now be able to access Luna Road from Crowhill Road all the way to Umwinsdale. As we speak now the contractors are almost complete with the fixing and upgrade of the road," he said
He indicated that at least 310 exclusive housing units, with a price pegged at US$500 000 per unit, would be constructed under the project.
"This is a winner. It's going to benefit a number of stakeholders in the construction industry like suppliers of building products, building contractors, engineers, town planners, surveyors, civil contractors, architects, furniture suppliers and electrical contractors, among others. 
"The sector had gone for over a decade without any meaningful projects," Rutendo said.
He indicated that there would be a choice of 400 house designs by award winning architects, Nico Van Der Meulen and Francois Marais, both from South Africa.These architects will work with selected local architects on the project.
"The package is delivered by an exceptionally skilled team of architectural, building design, construction, landscaping, interior design, decor and development specialists," said Rutendo.
The Beverley Hills Golf Estate project is being developed on the remainder of lot H Borrowdale Estate, Harare in Luna Road off Crowhill after Borrowdale Brooke Golf Estate. The stands range from 1300 square metres (m²) to 2 900m² and are priced at US$50 per m².
Rutendo said the artistic style of the homes was "unique in design and encompasses spacious layouts and fine finishes whilst achieving an alluring air of grandeur".
"The four cluster housing stands, one commercial stand and a recreation park with a golf course perfects the estate," he said.
The cost of the plan and the building will be a private contract between buyers and builders of their choice.
There is also room for one to submit one's own plans which must be on par with the rest of the development to be accepted.

Source: http://www.financialgazette.co.zw

Beverley Hills Golf Estate, a fabulous and beautiful Harare upmarket residential estate
Beverley Hills Golf Estate located in Borrowdale, Harare offers the experience of luxury living. The package is delivered by an exceptionally skilled team of architectural, building design, construction, landscaping, interior design, decor and development specialists. Offering you homes that are aesthetically beautiful and an inspiration to ideal modern style. This development will be carried out at the remainder of lot H Borrowdale Estate, Harare. It is largely a residential development which offers a variety of highly appealing exquisite developments designed by the world\'s famous and renowned architects. Our philosophy is the creation of world class environments through an integrated approach to land planning and wherever possible, preservation of critical areas to create an ecological haven that gives our clients the world without costing them the earth.
The philosophy, without compromise has been carried through to the Beverley Hills Golf Estate development, which comprises of 310 model homes, each of the homes individually designed to ensure that our clients are assured of comfort, luxury, security and satisfaction.
The artistic style of the homes is unique in design and encompasses spacious layouts and fine finishes whilst achieving an alluring air of grandeur. The four cluster housing stands, one commercial stand and a recreation park with a golf course perfects the estate.
The development also offers a completely secure environment with a private gated entry, all round security and electrified fences.

The project is in Luna Road off Crowhill after Borrowdale Brooke Golf Estate. The stands range from 1300m² to 2900m² and are priced at $50 per m². The development is privately owned by Carey Farm (PVT) LTD and RE/MAX Realty Centre is the selling agency. Should you purchase a stand you will be automatically included into the Owners Association and will be required to sign a building contract with a contractor of your choice. RE/MAX Realty Centre will supply you with a choice from 400 house designs by some of the the world’s top Architects. The cost of the plan and the building will be a private contract between yourself and the builder of your choice. There is also room for you to submit your own plans which must be on par with the rest of the development, to be accepted.
The development is being sold in 3 Phases and Phase 1 is currently selling but you may choose a stand in future phases.

Features 1 Close Circuit TV 1 Intercom

Amenities 12 Restaurant(s) 1 Police Station(s) 1 Post Office(s) 10 Café(s) 7 Bank(s) 2 Golf Course(s) 6 Fast Food Restaurant(s) 5 Chemist(s) 6 Doctor(s)

Source: http://www.remax.co.zw