Zimbabwe Tourism Authority

Official Zimbabwe Tourism Authority page regulating the tourism industry & promoting the destination. Follow @TourismZimbabwe, @ZimBho_Official & @MeetInZim.

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It’s that time of the year! Masvingo takananga kuSanganai Hlanganani Dzimbahwe! Usasare kuTourism Expo, let’s talk tourism business, register to exhibit. Masvingo netara takananga kuSanganai Hlanganani, Dzimbahwe…kuDzimba dzemabwe kwa Wezhira ikoko!

Join us in Masvingo for the Sanganai Hlanganani Dzimbahwe Expo, starting with the September Sports Tourism Carnival from 1 - 4 September 2026, followed by the Tourism Expo from 9-12 September 2026.

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Zimbabwe A Friend to All and An Enemy to None is taking its Tourism and Investment proposition to the global market as His Excellency The President of the Republic of Zimbabwe Cde.Dr. E.D. Mnangagwa presided over the Zimbabwe Business Forum in New York, held on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81), under the theme “Global Challenges. Zimbabwean Solutions. Shared Prosperity.” The Business forum showcased Zimbabwe’s Investment opportunities, with Tourism taking a prominent place. The President invited American travellers and investors to experience Zimbabwe’s unique heritage, wildlife and cultural offerings, highlighting Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park.

Making the Tourism destination and investment case, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority Chief Executive Officer Dr George Manyaya outlined Zimbabwe’s capacity to deliver the complete Tourism experience through the Six A’s of Tourism — Attractions, Accessibility, Accommodation, Amenities, Activities and Ancillary Services. He highlighted the Masuwe Special Economic Zone, a 1200-hectare development designated for Tourism and Financial Services, with a comprehensive feasibility study for bulk infrastructure completed and the cadastral survey for the first 271.5-hectare phase completed. Dr Manyaya also underscored the strategic importance of the United States as Zimbabwe’s largest International Tourist source market, while Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry Hon Barbara Rwodzi, also attended and participated in B2B engagements to strengthen Tourism and Investment linkages with the American market. Zimbabwe is Open for Business, positioning its Tourism assets and Investment opportunities for the global market.

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🎉 FAMILY FUN DAY! 🌿 Join us , 19 September, from 10 AM–4 PM at Baradzanwa Cultural Village for a day packed with fun, games, culture & adventure! 🐎🎨🎪
🎟️ ADMISSION IS FREE!
📞 078 133 3833 / 071 883 6519
📧 [email protected]
Bring the whole family! ❤️

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A clean destination begins with a clean community. Zimbabwe joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Cleanup Day at Rufaro Stadium in Mbare, Harare, with the Patron of Environment and Tourism, Her Excellency the First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, represented by the Minister of Local Government and Public Works, Hon Daniel Garwe, leading the national commemoration. The Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, led by Permanent Secretary Dr Takaruza Munyanyiwa, joined the commemoration, underscoring the critical link between environmental cleanliness, sustainable waste management and Tourism competitiveness.

Clean and well-managed destinations enhance the Tourist experience, strengthen destination appeal and contribute to Zimbabwe’s positive image as a Tourism destination. Held under the theme “From Clean Plates to Clean Cities,” the event highlighted the need for collective responsibility in promoting recycling, reuse, proper waste disposal and the recovery of value from waste. As Zimbabwe advances its Vision 2030 aspirations and develops a Sustainable, Heritage-Based Tourism economy, clean communities and destinations remain fundamental to growing Domestic and International Tourism.

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DISCOVER THE NATIONAL RAILWAY MUSEUM - BULAWAYO
Where Zimbabwe's Railway Heritage Comes Alive
Step into history at one of Bulawayo's most fascinating attractions. Established in 1972 and located at Cnr Prospect Ave & Crew Rd, Raylton (behind OK Mart), next to Bulawayo Railway Station.
Explore how the railway built Zimbabwe - from 1897 to today.
WHAT TO SEE:

~ Cecil Rhodes' Private Luxury Coach (1897) with original cutlery
~ Jack Tar (1889) - the first locomotive to cross Victoria Falls Bridge
~ 7 Collections: Steam Locomotives including the giant Garratt Class, Diesel-Electric Locomotives, Coaches, Wagons, Trolleys & Cranes
~ The historic Shamva Station building relocated in 1972

ENTRY FEES:
-International/Local Rates
Adults: US5 / US2 local rate
Children (under 12): US2 / US1 local rate
Schools: US2 per teacher, US1 per child

VISITING DETAILS:
Hours: 09:00 - 16:00, 7 days a week (Closed Christmas & New Year's Day)

Guided Tours: Free guided tour with passionate Curator Gordon Murray - highly recommended!

Contact: [phone] / Gordon: 0776 406 833 / Blessed: 0786 562 644

Why Visit
Educational, affordable, interactive - perfect for families, schools, and tourists. Your visit supports preservation of this national treasure.

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The 7th Inter-Ministerial Sports and Arts Festival in Gwanda has demonstrated the growing role of Sports Tourism in driving Domestic Tourism, destination visibility and local economic activity, bringing athletes, officials and supporters from Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies to the town from 11–18 September 2026. The influx generated demand across the Tourism value chain, including accommodation, hospitality, dining, retail and local experiences, creating opportunities for businesses and communities to benefit. Deputy Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry Hon Tongai Mafidi Mnangagwa, attended the official opening presided over by Vice President Col (Rtd) Dr K. C. D. Mohadi, represented by Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Matabeleland South Hon Albert Ngulube, reinforcing the Ministry’s focus on using sporting and cultural events to stimulate travel and spread Tourism benefits beyond traditional Tourism centres.

The festival also demonstrated the value of integrating sport, culture and heritage to create distinctive Tourism experiences. Choral Competitions and Fashion Show Night enriched the programme through liberation war songs, the National Anthem and designs showcasing the National Fabric, celebrating Zimbabwean identity and heritage. Championing the National Fabric initiative, Tourism Patron Her Excellency The First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, has helped position Zimbabwean identity as an important component of the country’s heritage proposition. Anchored by the Ilifa Lethu, Nhaka Yedu, Our Heritage campaign, the festival shows how events can promote destinations, celebrate culture and expand economic participation, supporting Domestic Tourism and Government’s devolution philosophy of leaving no one and no place behind.

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Happy birthday to His Excellency The President of the Republic of Zimbabwe Cde.Dr. E.D. Mnangagwa!!!

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September is set to become a permanent fixture on Zimbabwe’s Sports Tourism calendar, with the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Hon Barbara Rwodzi, announcing that the September Sports Tourism Carnival will now be held annually. The announcement was made as the Ministry hosted the Golf Tournament at Masvingo Golf Club, where the official tee-off was performed by the Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Masvingo Province Hon E. Chadzamira, alongside the Deputy Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Hon T. M. Mnangagwa. The tournament brought together golfers and Tourism stakeholders, using sport as a platform to promote Masvingo and strengthen Domestic Tourism.

Speaking after the tee-off the Deputy Minister Hon T.M. said that Sports Tourism is a leading Tourism driver because sporting events attract not only participants but also supporters, creating demand for accommodation, food, shopping and other Tourism services. He said the Sports Tourism activities held ahead of the 19th edition of Sanganai/Hlanganani/Dzimbahwe Tourism Expo had drawn thousands of people to Masvingo, demonstrating the wider economic value of sport. The day concluded with a Golf Awards ceremony and Sanganai/Hlanganani Dzimbahwe Tourism Expo after party where the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry Hon Barbara Rwodzi joined exhibitors, International Buyers and the media for an evening of celebration, networking and fun, as the inaugural September Sports Tourism Carnival set the tone for an annual Tourism calendar event.

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Growing demand for Zimbabwe as a Tourism and business destination is translating into increased air capacity, with Fastjet Zimbabwe extending its Airbus A320 operations to support travel during the peak festive season. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the 19th edition of Sanganai/Hlanganani Dzimbahwe Tourism Expo in Masvingo, where Deputy Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry Hon Tongai Mnangagwa, standing in for Minister Hon Barbara Rwodzi, announced that A320 operations will continue until the end of October 2026 before resuming on 9 December 2026. During the December peak travel period, Fastjet will introduce double-daily Airbus A320 flights on the Harare–Johannesburg route, while strengthening connectivity between Victoria Falls and Johannesburg, further enhancing access to Zimbabwe’s key Tourism destinations.

The expanded capacity represents a significant vote of confidence in the country’s growing Tourism market and advances Government’s Whole-of-Government approach to route development, air access and seamless connectivity. Since commencing operations in Zimbabwe in 2015, Fastjet has facilitated more than four million passengers, with its network linking Harare, Victoria Falls and Bulawayo to Johannesburg and other regional destinations. As International tourist arrivals rose from about 380,820 in 2021 to 1.78 million in 2025, the additional capacity is expected to support increased tourist flows and generate wider economic benefits across hotels, lodges, restaurants, tour operators, transport providers, attractions, cultural enterprises and communities, translating improved connectivity into Tourism growth, jobs and investment.

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