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Zimbabwe tourism industry bleeds US$40 million in 90 days
Zimbabwe's tourism industry is reeling from a steep downturn after losing nearly US$40 million in potential revenue during the first quarter of 2025, amid a silent but deadly investor exodus and persi...Published: 06 Jun 2025 at 12:03hrs | 272 | by Staff reporter
African Sun tables aggressive refurbishment initiatives
Leading hospitality group African Sun Limited (ASL) has announced an ambitious refurbishment program aimed at boosting its competitive edge on the global tourism stage, despite economic headwinds and ...Published: 07 May 2025 at 09:51hrs | 185 | by Staff reporter
South Africa travel agents explore Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe's tourism sector has received a significant boost with the arrival of top South African travel agents in Victoria Falls for a three-day familiarisation tour. The visit, organised by the Zimba...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:08hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe targets Asian travel groups to boost off-peak season
The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) is looking to leverage travel groups, particularly from Asia, to maintain momentum in the local tourism industry during the off-peak season. Visitor numbers typica...Published: 09 Mar 2025 at 14:39hrs | 185 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe among Africa's fastest-growing economies in 2025
Zimbabwe is expected to be one of Africa's fastest-growing economies this year, with the African Development Bank (AfDB) forecasting a 5.3 percent growth rate.This strong projection is slightl...Published: 26 Feb 2025 at 07:42hrs | 376 | by Staff reporter
RTG commits US$500 000 towards refurbishing New Ambassador Hotel
Hospitality giant Rainbow Tourism Group (RTG) is nearing the completion of a US$500,000 refurbishment of the New Ambassador Hotel in Harare. The ambitious renovation project, which began on January 6,...Published: 06 Feb 2025 at 07:22hrs | 84 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo City Council forced to revise 2025 budget
Following a heated meeting with business representatives, residents' associations, and other key stakeholders, the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has been compelled to revise its proposed 2025 budget. Th...Published: 13 Dec 2024 at 09:32hrs | 143 | by Staff reporter
Zimra goes after influencers, tourism players
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) has initiated a comprehensive campaign to assess the tax compliance of various tourism stakeholders, including social influencers, as part of efforts to ensure a...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 06:59hrs | 160 | by Staff reporter
Flights into Zimbabwe rise 19% in 3 months
Zimbabwe's aviation sector recorded substantial growth in the second quarter of 2024, with all airports in the country reporting increased flight activity compared to the first quarter, according to s...Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 07:44hrs | 313 | by `
Churches ready to complement religious tourism
Indigenous churches have yesterday reaffirmed their commitment to complement the government's broader strategy of clusterisation to realise the US$5 billion tourism economy by 2025.Speaking at...Published: 06 Oct 2024 at 10:34hrs | 367 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Zimbabwe's aviation sector soars with 24.8% passenger traffic surge
Zimbabwe's aviation industry is showing strong signs of recovery, with passenger traffic surging by 24.8% in the first half of 2024. The Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (Caaz) revealed this posit...Published: 05 Oct 2024 at 16:36hrs | 385 | by Staff reporter
Tourism promotes Zim economy, regional and global peace
Tourism clusterisation has the potential to boost Zimbabwean economy by the year 2025 whilst concurrently complementing regional and global peace, Minister Barbara Rwodzi has said during the occasion ...Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 14:47hrs | 195 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Zim-SA cultural heritages to transform tourism and trade
Zimbabwe (Bulawayo) and South Africa (KwaZulu Natal) will benefit from their cultural heritage and related exchange programmes which are set to be synthes...Published: 17 Sep 2024 at 21:40hrs | 278 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Bulawayo and South Africa's KZN Province strengthen ties
Business leaders from Bulawayo and South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) province met yesterday, expressing a mutual commitment to enhance synergies and unlock new investment and trade opportunities. The...Published: 17 Sep 2024 at 06:29hrs | 1832 | by Staff reporter
Top Gear Grand Tour Finale, Zimbabwe in the Global Spotlight
Zimbabwe is gaining recognition for its stunning landscapes, diverse natural beauty, and as the home of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. As the country gradually reopens to inter...Published: 12 Sep 2024 at 10:01hrs | 5091 | by Staff reporter
Hlanganani World Tourism Expo roars to life in Bulawayo
THE 17th edition of Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo roars to life in Bulawayo this morning with the Zimbabwe MICE Masterclass.The annual expo takes place at the Zimbabwe Exhibition Cent...Published: 11 Sep 2024 at 12:17hrs | 298 | by Staff reporter
Victoria Falls road conditions a deepening crisis for Zimbabwe's tourism hub
Victoria Falls, renowned as one of the world's most awe-inspiring natural wonders, is facing an alarming infrastructural crisis that threatens both local residents and the vibrant tourism industry tha...Published: 04 Sep 2024 at 10:15hrs | 4809 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe tourism receipts up 35% to US$241 million
Zimbabwe's tourism receipts rose by 35% to US$241 million in the first quarter of this year, up from US$178 million in the same period last year, driven by increased international and domestic tourist...Published: 30 Jul 2024 at 07:23hrs | 87 | by Staff reporter
Rwodzi tips of deploying escorts, establish caravans for rural tourism
Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Barbara Rwodzi has expressed the need for community involvement and engagement as prerequisites to realise viability of the lucrative sector; while announ...Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 19:45hrs | 67 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Rejuvenating the Real Estate Market in Matabeleland, Zimbabwe: Strategies for Development and Competitiveness
Chief Real Estate Officer, Integrated Properties Zimbabwe, a nation with a storied history and a vibrant yet tumultuous economy, faces multifaceted chal...Published: 19 May 2024 at 20:58hrs | 52 | by Dr Bekithemba Mpofu
Chamisa's Harare based ally against stadium construction in Victoria Falls
Harare West MP Joanah Mamombe (CCC) raised apprehensions regarding Zimbabwe Cricket's proposal to build a 10,000-seater multi-purpose sports stadium in Victoria Falls for the 2027 International Cricke...Published: 18 May 2024 at 12:41hrs | 34 | by Staff reporter
Chivayo to bring Sean Kingston to Zimbabwe
Businessman, Wicknell Chivayo is set to bring Jamaican-American singer Sean Kingston to Zimbabwe.This comes after Chivayo recently met Jamaican-American singer Sean Kingston during a trip to t...Published: 22 Mar 2024 at 20:35hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Khanondo Safaris and Tours: Delivering unforgettable african adventures
Khanondo Safaris and Tours, a premier tour operating company nestled in the bustling adventure hub of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, is making waves in the tourism industry with its diverse array of thr...Published: 21 Mar 2024 at 10:45hrs | 13 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Ian Khama blasted over anti-trophy hunting stance
FORMER Botswana President Ian Khama has been criticised for assisting United Kingdom lawmakers in their efforts to enact a ban on imports into Britain of trophy hunting products, a major source of liv...Published: 08 Mar 2024 at 05:04hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Former Zimbabwe Tourism Authority CEO Karikoga Kaseke dies at 62
Harare, Zimbabwe - The tourism industry mourns the loss of Karikoga Kaseke, the former CEO of the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), who passed away at the...Published: 29 Feb 2024 at 11:58hrs | 3 | by Staff Reporter
World Bank VP visits Zimbabwe
WORLD Bank (WB) vice-president for Eastern and Southern Africa Victoria Kwakwa will arrive for a four-day visit to Zimbabwe today, as the global lender develops a new country engagement framework that...Published: 29 Feb 2024 at 05:01hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe changes approach in diplomatic engagements
In a week of vibrant diplomatic exchanges, Zimbabwe has emerged as a beacon of global collaboration, hosting a cascade of foreign delegations eager to explore partnerships across diverse sectors....Published: 26 Jan 2024 at 10:24hrs | 4 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Zimbabwe pushes for UniVisa system
ZIMBABWE is pushing for the revival of the UniVisa model with regional peers to enhance smooth passage of visitors at the country's ports of entry so that they can move around with just one visa in th...Published: 10 Jan 2024 at 05:35hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter
Africa Tourism Centre celebrates Fencorp Global birthday
In a bid to promote tourism and tourism investment in Africa, the Africa Tourism Promotion Centre (ATPC) recently celebrated the birthday anniversary of FENCORP GLOBAL, highlighting their successful c...Published: 07 Jan 2024 at 07:58hrs | 15 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Zimbabwe records over 1 million tourists in 9 months
Zimbabwe's tourism industry received over one million tourists between January and September last year, representing a 52 percent growth compared to the same period in 2022, putting the industry on co...Published: 01 Jan 2024 at 08:04hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Zambia's 'Kenyan-style' cancellation of legal international hunting tender denounced as communities hope uninterrupted internat
Zambia's 'Kenyan-style' moment-of-madness-cancellation of legal international hunting tender was recently denounced ruled as illegal by the country's high court, creating local hunting communities' ho...Published: 18 Dec 2023 at 20:51hrs | 39 | by Emmanuel Koro
Open letter to Minister Barbara Rwodzi
Dear Minister Rwodzi and esteemed CEO of the Zimbabwe Tourism Association,I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I write to you today with a deep concern regarding the e...Published: 16 Dec 2023 at 05:57hrs | 16 | by Aldrin Ncube
Zanu-PF legislators lavish Mnangagwa with praises
Zanu-PF legislators have been turning turns to sing the praises of President Emmerson Mnangagwa in Parliament, while MPs from the opposition Citizens' Coalition for Change (CCC) have been absent from ...Published: 23 Oct 2023 at 10:51hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Hlanganani kicks off
The annual tourism fair, known as the Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo, is commencing in Bulawayo, where the nation's rich heritage and hospitality will be on display for both local and internat...Published: 12 Oct 2023 at 06:25hrs | | by Staff reporter
Victoria Falls lodge named among Southern Africa's best
Victoria Falls continues to stand out as the preferred destination, with Matetsi Victoria Falls Lodge, situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, ranking as the seventh-best resort in Southern Africa...Published: 06 Oct 2023 at 06:38hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
New hotels for Victoria Falls
The prime tourism hub of Victoria Falls is experiencing substantial infrastructure development, providing a significant boost to Zimbabwe's tourism sector with the goal of achieving a US$5 billion tou...Published: 29 Sep 2023 at 06:18hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
FENCORP Global to launch #CHOOSETANZANIA campaign
Tanzania, a country known for its natural beauty and diverse resources, is rapidly emerging as a preferred investment destination in Africa. With a stable economy and a government committed to fosteri...Published: 05 Sep 2023 at 12:40hrs | 7 | by Nkululeko Ndlovu
Win for Zimbabwe as Edd Branson appointed Ambassador of Africa Tourism
Zimbabwe is fast becoming a regional leader and trendsetter in several areas. Zimbabwe has once again established its dominance in the tourism sector through the appointment of Edd Branson who h...Published: 02 Sep 2023 at 19:18hrs | 3 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
FlySafair announces flight prices to Zimbabwe
SOUTH African low-cost airline, FlySafair has released its prices for the Harare and Victoria Falls flights, which are far cheaper than those of other operators.For the Johannesburg to Harare ...Published: 17 Aug 2023 at 06:53hrs | 18 | by Staff reporter
Edd Branson brokers major Tourism promotion deal
In a groundbreaking development set to transform Africa's tourism landscape, the Africa Tourism Promotion Centre, Miss Tourism Tanzania, AfriUSA Business Initiative LLC, and Fencorp Global have fo...Published: 02 Jul 2023 at 12:52hrs | 16 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Sadc pilots regional visa
DELEGATES and Southern African tourism stakeholders heard that the Southern African Development Community (Sadc) is making progress in its ambitions of having a unified visa system for the region....Published: 20 May 2023 at 19:13hrs | | by Staff reporter
Hwange's graveyard a tourism hanging fruit!
Rutendo Mapfumo is one of the few scribes who deserve special mention in a Hall of Fame of Zimbabwean journalists because of her doggedness, which leaves latter day fundis salivating with awe in terms...Published: 07 May 2023 at 07:47hrs | 2 | by Burzil Dube
'UK Bill torments Zimbabwe'
BOLD moves by the British Parliament to enact legislation shutting African wildlife trophies out of that market have shaken Zimbabwean authorities, as fears mount that the country's major tourism plan...Published: 21 Apr 2023 at 19:51hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe in top 10 of most visited African countries
ZIMBABWE has been ranked ninth on the list of Africa's most visited countries in 2022 after receiving nearly 1 million international tourists.The country recorded 895 338 arrivals last year, a...Published: 26 Mar 2023 at 09:57hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Victoria Falls damaged roads affect tourism
A MAJORITY of roads within Victoria Falls are now littered with potholes following heavy rains that fell in the country recently.In the past, potholes were not common in the city compared to o...Published: 01 Mar 2023 at 07:02hrs | 22 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe aims for top spot in carbon steel production
ZIMBABWE is now on a sustainable economic growth path following a number of interventions and is set to become one of the top carbon steel producers in sub-Saharan Africa in the next three years on th...Published: 30 Jan 2023 at 07:10hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe attracts US$300m investment in tourism
Zimbabwe's tourism sector attracted 300 million U.S. dollars worth of investments in 2022, as the sector continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, an official said Friday.Local and fore...Published: 07 Jan 2023 at 07:07hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe hotels fully booked in main tourist destinations
THE Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) says most hotels are fully booked in key tourist destinations, which has seen a significant increase in business during this festive season.The tourism ind...Published: 27 Dec 2022 at 06:50hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter
Chiwenga calls Zimbabwe hotels to order
VICE-PRESIDENT Constantino Chiwenga has warned operators in the hospitality industry against charging exorbitant rates which he said contributed to economic instability.Officially opening the ...Published: 02 Dec 2022 at 05:04hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe participates at World Travel Market
ZIMBABWE is participating in this year's edition of the World Travel Market (WTM), the second largest international tourism fair in the world, after the Internationale Tourismus Bourse (ITB - Berlin)....Published: 10 Nov 2022 at 04:53hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
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