WATCH LIVE as Gambakwe presents a high-level description of the AFM University ceoncept:
1. Concept: An Integrated “University City”
Gambakwe describes the project not just as a standalone campus, but as a fully integrated “AFM University City”. It is envisioned as a futuristic, self-sustaining ecosystem that combines high-level academics with industry, healthcare, and residential living.
2. Strategic Location
The university is situated within the Victoria Falls Special Economic Free Zone (VF-SEKZ). This location is strategic, designed to leverage the tourism and economic potential of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), making it an attractive destination for international students, researchers, and investors.
3. Key Pillars of the University City
The description highlights several core sectors that make up the university’s infrastructure:
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Academic & Research: A central “Academic & Research Center” serves as the intellectual hub, supported by a modern library and community center.
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Healthcare & Medicine: A dedicated Hospital and hospital station are integrated directly into the campus, aligning with goals to provide advanced medical care and research.
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Technology & Innovation: The plan features a Tech Park and an Advanced Manufacturing & Innovation Zone, suggesting a focus on practical, high-tech skills and industrial application rather than just theory.
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Sustainable Agriculture: The campus includes a “Vertical Farm Belt,” “Greenhouses,” and an “Aquaponics Facility,” emphasizing food security and agri-tech.
4. Infrastructure & Lifestyle
The design is futuristic and “smart-city” oriented:
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Transport: It features an “Elevated ‘Spine’ Walkway Network,” “Autonomous Shuttle Tracks,” and a “Light Rail Station,” reducing reliance on traditional cars.
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Living: Student housing is mixed with “High-Density Residential Towers” and “Residential Pod Clusters.”
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Recreation: It includes a massive “Sports & Recreation Complex,” a stadium, and an entertainment amphitheater.
Summary of the Vision
Gambakwe presents the AFM University as a modern development engine—a “smart city” built around education that aims to bring advanced technology, healthcare, and economic independence to the region, utilizing the Special Economic Zone status to bypass traditional limitations.
