Albert Andiseni-Mashingaidze
OK Zimbabwe, has shut down its Gweru CBD outlet citing the unavailability of electricity and fuel for generators.
According to workers at the supermarket, ZETDC switched off electricity on Saturday for non-payment of bills.
OK Zimbabwe recently announced it would shut down Robson Manyika, Glen Norah, Kuwadzana Express, Mbare (all in Harare), Chitungwiza Town Centre, and Entumbane (Bulawayo) because of the current harsh economic environment.
Vendors who operate outside the supermarket, expressed disappointment at the closure, saying it has not only disrupted their business but has inconvenienced members of the public in need of essential goods.
ZESA spokesperson Dr George Manyaya declined to comment on the issue, saying it was against the company’s policy to disclose clients’ private information to the public.
OK Zimbabwe officials refused to comment on the issue, referring questions to the company senior managers who were unavailable when going to press. MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW
