Geo Pomona eyes Bulawayo waste-to-energy deal

Geo Pomona is in talks with Bulawayo City Council to replicate its Harare waste-to-energy plant at Ngozi Mine, as reported by NewZimbabwe.com. Government spokesperson Ndabaningi Mangwana confirmed the meeting between CEO Delish Nguwaya and Mayor David Coltart, signaling high-level interest. The deal has raised concerns about cronyism, as Nguwaya is also a presidential advisor on waste management, blurring lines between public and private interests. Critics argue that the process lacks transparency and could repeat the controversies that plagued previous waste contracts, including allegations of overpricing and lack of competitive bidding. The controversial deal risks repeating the cronyism that has plagued previous waste contracts, with a presidential advisor steering the negotiations. This undermines public trust in the procurement process and raises serious questions about the government's commitment to fair competition.