By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka, Business Correspondent
BULAWAYO — Delta Corporation has reaffirmed its commitment to Zimbabwe’s second-largest city with a major reinvestment of US$35 million in its Belmont Brewery, signalling a strong vote of confidence in Bulawayo’s industrial potential.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for a new brewhouse and packaging line, Delta Corporation Board Chairman Mr. Todd Moyo said the project not only reconnects with the company’s roots in the city but also represents a bold step toward reindustrializing Zimbabwe.
“While many industries have moved north to Harare, Delta remains deeply rooted in Bulawayo. This brewhouse is a tribute to our legacy and an investment in our future,” said Mr. Moyo.
The new project is part of Delta’s wider national capital investment strategy, where the company spends between US$40–$50 million annually to modernize its operations, expand capacity, and maintain market leadership.
At Belmont, the total investment includes a second packaging line, fermentation vessels, and ancillary equipment — significantly increasing production capacity to 1.5 million hectolitres annually.
Delta’s latest moves also include upgrades in Harare, such as:
A returnable glass packaging line and fermentation tanks at Southerton Brewery
A new PET soft drink line at Graniteside
Expansion of the Chibuku Super plant for sorghum beer production
Mr. Moyo emphasized that the company’s strategy aligns with national goals of industrial revival, inclusive economic growth, and sustainable development.
“This is more than a brewery — it’s a foundation for Zimbabwe’s economic renaissance, from Harare to Bulawayo, from Mutare to Victoria Falls,” he said.
The plant expansion also reflects Delta’s long-standing presence in Bulawayo, where the original Sable Brewery was launched in 1950, making it the birthplace of Zimbabwe’s largest beverage company.
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