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Zimpost has begun commercializing a portion of its extensive property portfolio, with a new leisure facility in the Eastern Highlands, marking a significant step in capitalizing the organization’s real estate assets. The development of the property represents a pragmatic effort to monetize underutilized assets in the face of a changing economic and communications landscape.
By Gamuchirai Mapako
According to the organization, the move is a key part of a broader plan to transform dormant capital into revenue-generating projects. With the core business of mail delivery facing global decline, Zimpost, like many postal services worldwide, is under pressure to find new income streams. The Juliasdale project is a tangible example of this shift from a traditional public service entity towards a more commercial, multi-faceted organization.
The site itself leverages a prime location. Situated near Nyanga’s renowned natural attractions, including Mount Nyangani and the Nyanga National Park, the property is being pitched to both tourists and business clients. Zimpost highlights its “serene environment” and “modern facilities,” suggesting a focus on the conference and retreat market, capitalising on the growing trend of combining work and leisure.
This move raises questions about the future of Zimpost’s other properties across the country. The organization owns a significant number of buildings, many in central urban locations. The commercialization of the Juliasdale property could be a test case for a larger roll-out, potentially seeing post office buildings partially repurposed for retail or office space, a trend seen in other countries.
Through initiatives such as Juliasdale, Zimpost says it continues to evolve into a forward-looking organization committed to maximizing the value of its property portfolio while contributing to Zimbabwe’s tourism industry.
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