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Tourism

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka London — The true economic and social value of tourism cannot be measured in visitor arrivals alone tourism intelligence and standardised data analytics. This was the central…

Tourism

The First Woman, Twice Over — Rwodzi’s Double Glass Ceiling Break

7 days ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka NAIROBI — Hon Barbara Rwodzi was not in the room when her name was called. Zimbabwe’s Ambassador to Kenya, Winpeg Moyo, rose to receive the Unstoppable African…

Tourism

From 2012 to 2026: Mosi-oa-Tunya Development Company Finally Opens Victoria Falls Offices

2 weeks ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka VICTORIA FALLS — It took 14 years, but the Mosi-oa-Tunya Development Company (Private) Limited (MOTDC) has finally established its first physical offices in Victoria Falls. The commissioning…

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Zimbabwe Unveils $66.9 Million Masuwe SEZ

2 weeks ago

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. . . Hotels, Medical Tourism and Golf Estate for Victoria Falls By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka VICTORIA FALLS — A massive transformation of Victoria Falls’ tourism landscape is underway, with the…

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Beyond Wildlife: Horse Racing and Jacarandas Lead Zimbabwe’s New Tourism Push

2 weeks ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka HARARE — For decades, Zimbabwe’s tourism pitch to the world has been anchored by the thunder of Mosi-oa-Tunya and the wildlife of Hwange until recently ZimBho Purple…

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Beyond Wildlife and Waterfalls: Zimbabwe Pushes Cultural Tourism at COMESA

3 weeks ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka HARARE — Zimbabwe has used the COMESA stage to call for a fundamental shift in how the region sells itself to the world, arguing that tourism must…

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Barbara Rwodzi Nominated for Unstoppable Cabinet Minister of the Year 2026 Award

1 month ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Barbara Rwodzi, Zimbabwe’s Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister has been nominated for the prestigious Unstoppable Cabinet Minister of the Year 2026 Award, following a standout year in…

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Zim Puts Climate-Resilient Tourism on Global Stage

1 month ago

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By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka NEW YORK — Zimbabwe is taking its commitment to sustainable and climate-resilient tourism to the global stage, highlighting the vital connection between climate action, healthy ecosystems, thriving…

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Zimbabwe Opens a New Global Window for Tourism

2 months ago

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By Jonathan MbiriyamvekaAs Zimbabwe takes its Tourism story to the world, the country is turning growing global recognition into greater destination visibility, expanded market reach and sustainable Tourism growth. On…

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September Set to Become a Permanent Fixture on Zimbabwe’s Sports Tourism Calendar

2 months ago

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By Jonathan MbiriyamvekaMASVINGO — September is set to become a permanent fixture on Zimbabwe’s tourism calendar, with the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Hon Barbara Rwodzi, announcing that the…