ZITF a huge success: Cabinet
Vusumuzi Dube, Deputy Radar Editor
The 65th Edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) has been hailed as a huge success, with several milestones achieved.
Speaking at a post-cabinet briefing, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister, Dr Jenfan Muswere revealed that with regards to economic impact assessment, a notable 6.3 percent of respondents indicated the successful conclusion of business agreements, signifying substantial economic engagements.
“Beyond the immediate monetary value of deals, the fair has also facilitated the forging of key agreements. An impressive 20 percent of respondents reported the signing of various agreements, underscoring the platform’s role in fostering long-term collaborations.
“Pertaining to the level of local and foreign participation, 8 179 business visitors were registered, compared to the 7 934 that were recorded in 2024. The total number of exhibitors in 2025 reached 574, compared to the 517 recorded in 2024. Private sector participation has shown a marked increase with 368 companies exhibiting in 2025, up from the 298 recorded in 2024,” said the Minister.
He said 30 foreign nations attended the fair for the first time, which is clear testimony that the Government’s Engagement and Re-Engagement Policy is continuing to yield results.
“The 65th Edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) was officially opened by the President of the Republic of Mozambique, His Excellency Cde. Daniel Francisco Chapo, who reminded both nations of the enduring power of unity and emphasized the profound historical and political connections dating back to the fight against colonialism.
“President Chapo urged the two nations to increase trade between them and leverage on their membership of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA),” said Dr Muswere.
The Minister also noted that the inaugural Rural Industrialisation Indaba, which was held under the theme “Inclusive Growth, Industrial Roots: Unlocking Zimbabwe’s Rural Potential”, drew the participation of 378 delegates.
He said the key objective of the Indaba was to map strategies to transform rural communities into vibrant micro-medium industrial hubs, thereby fostering inclusive economic growth across Zimbabwe.
“The Trade Fair also hosted side events such as the Zimbabwe-India Business Session that attracted new Indian investments into Zimbabwe currently estimated at US$600 million; the Research for Industrialisation Conference that featured models of innovation such as the Lupane State University’s goat production project and the Midlands State University’s Coal-to-Tar initiative; and the Diplomats Forum, among others,” said Dr Muswere.
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