Zunde
PIONEERING INFRASTRUCTURE & TECHNOLOGY — AFRICA

Interconnected
Growth

Harvesting Intelligence, Powering Tomorrow. Zunde bridges Africa’s abundant natural resources with artificial intelligence, renewable energy and world-class infrastructure to unlock unprecedented economic potential.

INVESTMENT ENQUIRY VIEW PROJECTS
USD 7T
Projected Africa Regional GDP by 2050
Source: African Development Bank
USD 1.5T
Africa Infrastructure Investment Gap
Source: World Bank Group, 2023
USD 15.7T
AI Contribution to Global GDP by 2030
Source: PwC Global AI Study
USD 11M
Current Zimbabwe–KSA Annual Bilateral Trade
Source: 2024 Estimates
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ABOUT ZUNDE

Bridging African Opportunities
with Global Capital

Zunde is a pioneering infrastructure and technology firm dedicated to accelerating digital and sustainable transformation in emerging markets. Founded at the nexus of artificial intelligence, renewable energy and advanced infrastructure — headquartered in Johannesburg with operations in Harare and a strategic office in London.

THE NAME
Zunde is a Shona philosophy of communal harvest and collective leadership — now applied to modern high-technology infrastructure frameworks. We harvest intelligence to power tomorrow’s Africa.
THE MISSION
We enhance Africa’s connectivity by navigating the intersections of real estate, manufacturing, power generation, HVAC, logistics, compute infrastructure and software monetisation — building the future faster and more sustainably through partnerships with leading OEMs and enterprise solution providers.
GLOBAL PRESENCE
Three strategic locations — Johannesburg (Headquarters), Harare (Operations) and London (Investor Relations & OEM Interface) — positioned as the gateway between resource-rich Africa and global capital markets.
CORE VALUES
01
Ethical AI
Transparency, fairness and accountability in every algorithm. Adherence to EU AI Act and UNESCO AI Ethics guidelines.
02
Public Safety
Robust risk assessments and compliance frameworks safeguard communities across all infrastructure projects.
03
Sustainability
Net Zero by 2035. Carbon accounting integrated into all projects with circular economy models throughout.
04
Security
Energy security through diversified power sources and data security through advanced encryption standards.
INVESTMENT SECTORS

Where Zimbabwe
Leads

Six high-growth sectors where Zunde structures bankable projects and connects sovereign capital to transformative opportunities across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Solar irradiation of 2,100 kWh/m² per annum positions Zimbabwe among Sub-Saharan Africa’s most compelling renewable energy investment destinations.
Zunde structures utility-scale solar, agro-photovoltaic hybrid plants and gas-to-power partnerships. We facilitate Power Purchase Agreements, grid stabilisation and battery storage integration aligned with Zimbabwe’s National Development Strategy 2.
40,000 hectares of arable land in Manicaland Province, supported by perennial river flow and precision centre-pivot irrigation.
The Middle Sabi Production Hub targets wheat (8–10 t/ha), export-grade citrus (40–50 t/ha) and macadamia for sovereign off-take. Zunde structures Joint Venture, BOT and off-take arrangements for institutional and sovereign investors.
Modular AI infrastructure reducing deployment timelines by up to 50% compared to traditional methods across emerging markets.
Zunde’s AI Infrastructure Platform provides end-to-end design, simulation and commissioning of data centres, edge computing nodes and cloud connectivity. Zimbabwe’s National AI Strategy 2026–2030 positions it as Southern Africa’s data centre hub.
The Save River discharges an average of 440 m³/s, anchoring year-round agricultural and industrial water security.
Existing storage through Osborne and Rusape Dams is supplemented by the proposed Kondo Dam — designed at 3.5 billion cubic metres, four times the capacity of Lake Mutirikwi — unlocking 50,000 additional hectares and 200 MW of hydropower.
Lithium, cobalt and rare earth elements essential to the global AI hardware and clean energy supply chain.
Zimbabwe holds globally significant reserves of critical minerals. Zunde provides integrated project management, ESG-compliant logistics optimisation and EPC solutions with AI-driven operational efficiency frameworks.
End-to-end engineering, procurement and construction for the continent’s next generation of infrastructure.
From fibre optic backbone deployment over OPGW power lines to MEP systems for industrial facilities, Zunde delivers turnkey infrastructure solutions. In partnership with PowerTel, Zunde facilitates AWS Direct Connect and Project Kuiper co-location at ZESA substations.
ACTIVE PROJECTS

Project
Portfolio

The following represent Zunde Holdings’ current and pipeline transactions. All financial metrics and operational parameters are project-specific and verified against available engineering and market data.

INVESTMENT READY
PROJECT 01 — AGRICULTURE & FOOD SECURITY
Middle Sabi Production Hub
Manicaland Province, Zimbabwe
The Middle Sabi Hub is Zimbabwe’s most advanced large-scale agricultural investment platform. Situated in Natural Region V, the estate benefits from high solar irradiation, alluvial soils, near-zero pest risk for winter crops and controlled, irrigation-driven production. This asset represents a ready-made platform for bilateral economic partnership.
KEY PARAMETERS
40,000 ha
Total Arable Land Available
10,000 ha
Phase I Development Target
2,100 kWh/m²
Annual Solar Irradiation
50 MW
Agro-PV Hybrid Plant
18–22% (USD)
Projected IRR
5–7 Years
ROI Period
PRODUCTION METRICS
COMMODITYYIELD TARGETVALUE PROPOSITION
Wheat (Winter)8–10 t/haStrategic Grain Sovereignty
Citrus — Export Grade40–50 t/haPremium Export Market
Macadamia3.5–5.0 t/haHigh-Value Global Demand
INVESTMENT STRUCTURE
STRUCTURE
Joint Venture (JV) / Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) / Off-take Agreement. A USD 150 million Phase I capital injection is proposed for centre-pivot irrigation, smart water systems and the 50 MW solar hybrid plant.
INCENTIVES & FRAMEWORK
Special Economic Zone (SEZ) status: 0% corporate income tax (first five years), 100% profit repatriation, duty-free importation of capital equipment.
IMPLEMENTATION ROADMAP
Q3 2026
Technical Site Visit and Engineering Survey
Q4 2026
MoU Finalisation and Legal Close
Q1 2027
Infrastructure Groundbreaking
Q2 2027
First Seed Planting — Phase I
PRE-FEASIBILITY
PROJECT 02 — WATER INFRASTRUCTURE
Kondo Dam — Hydro and Irrigation Expansion
Save River Basin, Zimbabwe
The Kondo Dam represents the transformative water infrastructure investment required to unlock the full productive potential of the Middle Sabi Valley. At 3.5 billion cubic metres — four times larger than Lake Mutirikwi — the facility will permanently redefine the region’s agricultural and energy output capacity.
KEY PARAMETERS
3.5 Bn m³
Dam Storage Capacity
50,000 ha
Additional Irrigable Land
200 MW
Hydro Power Generation
42 km
Main Canal Rehabilitation
150 km
Centre-Pivot Piping
35%
Water Use Efficiency Gain
INVESTMENT STRUCTURE
STRUCTURE
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) / Sovereign Fund Co-investment. Estimated infrastructure value USD 300 million.
IMPLEMENTATION ROADMAP
Phase I
Canal rehabilitation and initial centre-pivot installation
Phase II
Full feasibility study and environmental impact assessment
Phase III
Dam construction commencement and hydro plant procurement
Phase IV
Full 50,000 ha irrigation grid activation
PARTNERSHIP DISCUSSIONS
PROJECT 03 — DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE
PowerTel Digital Backbone
National OPGW Fibre Network, Zimbabwe
ZESA Holdings’ subsidiary PowerTel operates an Optical Ground Wire fibre network along Zimbabwe’s high-voltage transmission pylons. Zunde facilitates strategic dialogue to position this brownfield asset as the foundation for AWS Direct Connect and Project Kuiper ground gateway deployment across SADC.
KEY PARAMETERS
OPGW
Fibre Network Type
National
Grid Coverage
AWS Direct Connect
Target Partnership
Brownfield
Capital Expenditure Model
STRUCTURE
Licensed AWS Direct Connect Partner / Project Kuiper Ground Gateway Co-location / Renewable Energy PPA. Circular economy: End-of-Life AWS hardware donation programme for technical education.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Expert
Services

End-to-end professional services spanning engineering, advisory and finance — delivered by chartered engineers, financial modellers, ESG specialists and policy experts.

01
Engineering Consultancy
▼
MEP design; energy audits and optimisation; construction management and site supervision; prefabricated smart MEP module deployment; AI-integrated HVAC systems; and commissioning of temporary power and cooling infrastructure.
02
Transaction Advisory
▼
Mergers and acquisitions advisory; asset valuation and due diligence; structuring of joint ventures, BOT arrangements and public-private partnerships; sovereign fund engagement; term sheet and transaction documentation.
03
Project Finance Modelling
▼
Bankable financial model development; IRR, NPV and sensitivity analysis; green bond and blended finance structuring; scenario modelling for renewable energy and AI infrastructure ventures; AI-powered investment forecasting.
04
Policy & Regulatory Advisory
▼
Special Economic Zone applications; tax holiday structuring; AU Agenda 2063 and SADC regulatory compliance; AI governance frameworks aligned with SDAIA and UNESCO standards; government stakeholder engagement.
05
ESG Reporting & Compliance
▼
GRI and SASB-aligned reporting frameworks; carbon accounting and Net Zero roadmaps targeting 2035; real-time ESG analytics for investor disclosure; circular economy integration; third-party audit preparation.
06
Cloud & Connectivity
▼
Data centre design and commissioning; cloud migration advisory for AWS and Azure; fibre optic and satellite connectivity; edge computing for remote resource sites; ISP licensing advisory; cybersecurity frameworks.
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS

Delivery
Partners

Zunde’s project delivery capability is anchored by formal partnerships with globally recognised technology and platform providers.

SERVICE PARTNER · INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IMPLEMENTATION SOLUTIONS
Procore Technologies
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLATFORM
Procore is the world’s leading construction management software platform. Zunde has entered into a formal Referral and Co-Sell Partner Agreement with Procore Technologies, enabling delivery of cloud-based construction and project management capabilities to clients across Sub-Saharan Africa. Zunde integrates the Procore platform into every infrastructure project delivery engagement.
PARTNERSHIP BASIS
Procore Partner Framework Agreement and Referral & Co-Sell Addendum. Executed 16 May 2026. Zunde operates as Procore Partner for the Africa and Middle East region.
SCOPE OF ENGAGEMENT
›End-to-end construction project management for all Zunde infrastructure mandates
›Real-time field tracking and risk mitigation using Procore’s AI-powered analytics modules
›Referral and co-sell of Procore subscriptions to clients in banking, mining, government and agriculture
›Integration with Zunde MEP, EPC and project finance delivery workflows
›Reduction of project overruns through predictive analytics and field productivity tools
TECHNOLOGY & OEM PARTNERS
Global OEM Ecosystem
AI, ENERGY & ENTERPRISE PLATFORMS
Zunde collaborates with leading OEMs and enterprise solution providers to deliver localised innovations across Sub-Saharan Africa. Our London office serves as the primary interface for OEM engagement and developed-market partnership development.
KEY PLATFORM PARTNERS
›Siemens — Energy technology and smart MEP systems
›NVIDIA — AI hardware, GPU compute and edge deployment
›Microsoft Azure — Cloud solutions and AI platform services
›Amazon Web Services — Direct Connect and Project Kuiper ground infrastructure
›ACWA Power — Utility-scale solar and battery storage integration
INVESTMENT CASE

Invest in
Zimbabwe

A historic window of alignment exists between KSA Vision 2030 and Zimbabwe’s National Development Strategy 2 (2026–2030). Bilateral trade currently stands at approximately USD 11 million per annum, with a target of USD 100 million-plus by 2030.

MIDDLE SABI HUB — PROJECT-SPECIFIC FINANCIAL PARAMETERS
18–22%
Projected IRR (USD)
5–7 Years
Return on Investment Period
0%
Corporate Tax — SEZ (First 5 Years)
100%
Profit Repatriation Permitted
USD 150M
Phase I Capital Injection Required
USD 300M
Kondo Dam Estimated Value
STRATEGIC PILLARS
I
Energy Security
A gas-to-power technical partnership leveraging Saudi Aramco subsurface imaging at Muzarabani and ACWA Power utility-scale solar hybridisation for Zimbabwe’s national grid.
Aligned with KSA Vision 2030 Energy Transition Pillar
II
Industrial Infrastructure
ZIDA and MODON knowledge transfer to establish a Saudi-Zimbabwe Industrial Park — a fully serviced Special Economic Zone targeting Saudi manufacturing firms seeking SADC market access.
Modelled on MODON’s 36 operational industrial cities
III
Food Sovereignty
Long-term SALIC off-take agreements structured around Middle Sabi’s proven production capacity. Zimbabwe provides land and water; the Kingdom provides capital and irrigation technology.
KSA imports approximately 80% of national food requirements
IV
Digital Sovereignty
Zimbabwe as Southern Africa’s data centre hub, with technical assistance from SDAIA to establish a national Data and AI Commission.
Zimbabwe National AI Strategy 2026–2030
ZIMBABWE SEZ — INVESTOR INCENTIVES
GOVERNMENT OF ZIMBABWE GUARANTEES
›Zero percent corporate income tax for the first five years of operation
›One hundred percent repatriation of dividends, profits and royalties
›Duty-free importation of capital equipment and raw materials
›No withholding tax on dividends, fees or royalties remitted internationally
›Investor protection under the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency Act
GET IN TOUCH

Let’s
Build Together

Whether you represent a sovereign wealth fund, development finance institution, corporate investor or government authority — we welcome your enquiry.

OFFICES
Johannesburg
Group Headquarters — South Africa
Harare
Operations — 333 Fairway Drive, Zimbabwe
London
Investor Relations & OEM Interface — United Kingdom
ENQUIRY SUBMITTED — WE WILL RESPOND WITHIN 24 HOURS
Email — takumufambi@zundeholdings.com
General — info@zunde.com
Telephone — +263 774 301 801