Sichel Energies

Text by Perry Kaande

The town of Kadoma is being driven into the future with the opening of a new petroleum fuels provision facility Sichel

Energies. The service station began operations on 12 November 2022 and the company hints that after the success of this pilot service station, there are plans underway to open more outlets. Sichel Energies is located in a town that is a thoroughfare for vehicular traffic between Zimbabwe’s major towns and cities on the HarareBulawayo route.

Its proximity to the Ngezi turn off positions it to adequately service the mining and farming communities in the area. 60 percent of traffic that comes to Sichel energies is vehicular, while 40 percent is walk in customers from adjacent communities like Rimuka and people frequenting businesses such as First Capital Bank and large retailers such as OK and TM Pick n Pay as well as the Kadoma Hotel and Conference Centre.

When Sichel Energies began operations the pace was slow but potent with promise and now business is brisk.

“We have gained popularity over the months and with the passing of each day traffic is improving and God willing, numbers will treble considering how strategically located we are and how consistent we have been,” the company reveals.

Sichel Energies provides petrol and diesel in bulk for commercial and domestic use. The enterprise prides itself in the ability to supply fleets, company staff and the general public “with regular stock directly through our own service stations or delivered to your place of business”.

The petroleum provider also supplies liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) at both retail and wholesale prices. Currently Sichel Energies is not selling gas cylinders, but is hoping to venture into the project once modalities are in place.

There is also scope for entering the renewable energy sector, namely solar. The company highlights that it is weighing the pros and cons “to ensure once we are in it, we will never go wrong.” At present, the service station has a solar instillation at the service station as the basis for a feasibility study.

They have upped the game in the service sector. When you are on a long journey or just need the convenience of getting a beverage and snacks or shop for your pantry, just walk into the Sichel Energies Kiosk that has an assortment of grocery items. On-sight there is a Technology Shop, where you can purchase ICT products such as mobile phones and related accessories. So if you forgot your phone charger or decide to purchase new gadgets while in transit just step into the store and make your selection. What Energy and Power Insider especially likes about the tech store is that the products are also available at wholesale price.

There are other personalised services as you fill up your vehicles. These range from simple window cleaning, car wash and oil checks as well as tyre pressure. You also do not have to worry about your vehicle being either crammed or rammed as there is ample parking space at the fuel pumps and around the forecourt.

The most important thing that you wish for when you are on the road is the ‘lavatory’. The fuel stop has world class ablution facilities, thus you are assured of stepping into a totally hygienic environment that has sparkling and fresh amenities.

For all your petroleum products requirements and extra services call 0779877001 and 0779877171 or simply drive to 6179 Josiah Tongogara, (Kadoma). If you want to go the digital route send your requests to info@sichelenergies.co.zw.