Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo attracts more exhibitors
Business Writer
Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo has to date attacted 34 international exhibitors up from 23 recorded in the prior year, Cabinet has heard
The annual exhibition is set for 12 to 14 October in Bulawayo at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre.
Last year, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority targeted 250 exhibitors, however, the authority managed to surpass the set target as 270 exhibitors were recorded.
In an update to Cabinet today, Tourism and Hospitality Industry minister Barbara Rwodzi said the annual expo has attracted about 100 buyers from key source markets of Africa, Middle East, Asia, Europe and America.
“The nation is being informed that 365 companies have to date confirmed participation compared to 275 last year.
“There has been an increase in the number of international exhibitors from 23 in 2022 to 34 this year.
“The international exhibitors are from South Africa, Mozambique, Rwanda, Malawi, Zambia, Iran and Botswana. There will also be 100 buyers from key source markets of Africa, Middle East, Asia, Europe and America.
” Running alongside the exhibition will be forums and social events aimed at further affording exhibitors and buyers more time to engage and share ideas.”
