Who owns National Railways of Zimbabwe?
Republic of Zimbabwe
In addition to the headquarters, it has a commercial-administrative center in Harare and a supply center in Gweru. The Zimbabwean railway system was largely constructed during the time of 20th Century….National Railways of Zimbabwe.
| Type | State-owned company |
|---|---|
| Owner | Republic of Zimbabwe (100%) |
| Number of employees | 7,543 (2008) |
| Website | www.nrz.co.zw |
What does the name Bulawayo mean?
place of slaughter
The original site was the kraal (headquarters) of Lobengula, king of the Ndebele, who fought a major battle against his rivals there; Bulawayo means “place of slaughter.” Occupied by the British in 1893, the settlement was moved in 1894 to its present location 3 miles (5 km) south and declared a town; it became a …
What is unique about Bulawayo?
Bulawayo is one of the country’s most attractive cities, with a pleasing mixture of Victorian and modern architecture which gives it a unique character. The National Art Gallery is located in a Victorian era building which also houses a crafts shop, restaurant and several artists’ studios.
What is the main source of transportation in Zimbabwe?
Public Transport in Zimbabwe relies on roads, railroads, and air in large part because it is a landlocked country. Air is important for tourism, a critical income producing segment of the economy. Railroads are used for both freight and passenger traffic; however, most rail traffic is freight.
What is meant by rail transport?
Rail transport is also known as train transport. It is a means of transport, on vehicles which run on tracks (rails or railroads). It is one of the most important, commonly used and very cost effective modes of commuting and goods carriage over long, as well as, short distances.
Is Bulawayo bigger than Harare?
Bulawayo is the second-largest city in Zimbabwe, with a population of 653,337 residents (although this number has been disputed by its city council). The city of Chitungwiza, situated around 30 kilometres south-east of Harare is the third-largest city in Zimbabwe with 365,026 residents.
Who found Bulawayo?
king Lobengula
The city was founded by the Ndebele king Lobengula, the son of King Mzilikazi, born of Matshobana, who settled in modern-day Zimbabwe around the 1840s. This followed the Ndebele people’s great trek from northern Kwazulu. The name Bulawayo comes from the Ndebele word bulala and it translates to “the one to be killed”.
Is Bulawayo a capital city?
Along with the capital Harare, Bulawayo is one of two cities in Zimbabwe that is also a province. Bulawayo was founded around 1840 as the kraal of Mzilikazi, the Ndebele king.
What was the old capital of Zimbabwe?
| Harare | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1890 |
| Incorporated (city) | 1935 |
| Renamed Harare | 18 April 1982 |
| Government |