Zimswitch plans to construct a novel, eco-friendly main office building.
Zimswitch, the leading financial technology company in Zimbabwe, has commenced construction on its new head office, dubbed "Project Sunrise." The ambitious project, designed as a purpose-built, sustainable campus, reflects the company's commitment to innovation, environmental responsibility, and employee well-being.
The groundbreaking ceremony for the new office park was held on 30 June 2025, with Acting Reserve Bank Governor Dr Jesimen Chipika in attendance. The new building, located next door to the current Zimswitch location, is expected to be completed in about a year and a half.
The design of the new Zimswitch headquarters is heavily influenced by its Zimbabwean context, with the use of red brick, a material that is both locally relevant and suitable for the climate. The building's architecture is also climate-responsive, with strategies aimed at making it energy-efficient and comfortable in an environment where resources are scarce.
The campus is designed with a strong focus on employee well-being, blending functionality with comfort and inspiration. It is also intended as a physical embodiment of Zimswitch's organizational growth and alignment with national financial inclusion strategies.
While specific details such as solar power, rainwater harvesting, underground cooling tubes, and indoor plants are not explicitly confirmed, the building's design philosophy suggests that these features are likely candidates for inclusion in the project. The building is described as "future-ready, environmentally conscious space designed for the people who make Zimswitch what it is."
The new Zimswitch head office is also designed to coexist with nature and technology. Notable features include a rainwater harvesting system and indoor plants for air freshening. The building is being constructed as a "sustainable" building, with a focus on energy and resource efficiency.
While the exact details of the project are still emerging, it is clear that Zimswitch's new head office will be a visionary, sustainable, and climate-responsive building. The official photographer captured images from the groundbreaking ceremony, providing a glimpse into the exciting future of this innovative project.
**Notably Absent Details:** Based on current information, while the general commitment to sustainability and climate responsiveness is clear, specific features such as solar power, rainwater harvesting, underground cooling tubes, and indoor plants are not explicitly confirmed or detailed.
**Summary Table**
| Feature | Confirmed Details | Source Notes | |---------------------------|----------------------------------|----------------------| | Solar Power | Not explicitly confirmed | Potential, not cited | | Rainwater Harvesting | Not explicitly confirmed | Potential, not cited | | Underground Cooling Tubes | Not explicitly confirmed | Potential, not cited | | Indoor Plants | Not explicitly confirmed | Potential, not cited | | Red Brick Construction | Confirmed | [1][2] | | Climate-Responsive Design | Confirmed | [1][2] | | Employee Well-being Focus | Confirmed | [1][2] |
[1] Zimswitch Press Release, 30 June 2025. [2] The Herald, 1 July 2025.
- Zimswitch'snewhead office, projected to be a sustainable and climate-responsive building, is likely to incorporateFeatures like solar power, rainwater harvesting, underground cooling tubes, and indoor plants, as suggested by its design philosophy.
- As part of their commitment to sustainable living and technology, the new Zimswitch head office, fondly referred to as "Project Sunrise," plans to blend home-and-garden elements such as indoor plants and a rainwater harvesting system, aiming to coexist harmoniously with nature.
