Tourism
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All systems go for Africa’s Travel Indaba 2022
It is only a day to go until Africa’s Travel Indaba. Taking place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre and Durban Exhibition Centre from 2 to 5 May 2022, the trade show will once again bring the continent’s finest tourism products and experiences under one roof for the world to experience. Under the theme, Africa’s stories,…
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UNWTO calls on startups to join “Awake Tourism Challenge”
By UNWTO UNWTO has launched the second edition of its global flagship competition under the name of “Awake Tourism Challenge”. The competition will identify innovators who are advancing solutions to 6 different challenges, as well as contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For the 2022 challenge, UNWTO will focus on specific…
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Africa’s Travel Indaba: Destination Zimbabwe promises tantalising tourism products menu
Zimbabwe will be a part of Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI) at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, South Africa from 2 to 5 May this year. The trade show makes a return after a two-year hiatus due to the Covid 19 pandemic travel restrictions. Zimbabwe is leading a delegation of more than…
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Ministry targets Midlands in its quest for provincial geographical spread of tourism
The iconic Midlands province whose capital is the City of Gweru, hosted Honourable Mangaliso Ndlovu, the Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry, and his delegation as part of the sector’s itinerary dubbed the Midlands Indaba, in conformity with its goals under the National Development Strategy (NDS1 2021- 2025) to achieve a geographical spread of…
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Model Nicole Madimutsa on Miss Supra-eminence Global Pageant
Zimbabwean Model, Miss Nicole Madimutsa embarked on the journey of MEA 2021 competing with other 25 African countries, and emerged the winner. The Queen was accompanied by Cameroon as the first runner up and Nigeria second runner up. She has the opportunity to select the next international Ambassador through the Miss Supra-eminence Global organization as…
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Collaborative management crucial for preserving cross-border conservation areas: GLTFCA
On the eve of the 20th anniversary of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area (GLTFCA), the Ministers of Environment for South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe met on 13 April 2022 to discuss various issues related to the collaborative management of this important cross-border conservation area. The meeting was held virtually and attended by Honourable…
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Victoria Falls wins Silver Award for sustaining employees, communities throughout pandemic
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe won the Silver Award for ‘Sustaining Employees and Communities throughout the Pandemic’ at the WTM Responsible Tourism Awards Africa 2022. This prestigious award is a recognition of the tireless ingenuity and resilience of the community. As all destinations come out of the pandemic it also sets a benchmark for important values.…
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Tourism Satellite Account to improve sector performance measurement
Zimbabwe’s inaugural Tourism Satellite Account (TSA) is meant to improve the measurement of the performance of the tourism sector, Hon Barbra Rwodzi, the Deputy Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry has said. She made the remarks during the launch of the Tourism Satellite Account at a glamorous event held in Harare today that…
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Destination endorsement: Lufthansa’s Eurowings Discover introduces Victoria Falls-Frankfurt flight
• Airbus A330 of new Lufthansa Group leisure airline Eurowings Discover arrived at Victoria Falls International Airport from Frankfurt today at 11:15 am • Eurowings Discover is the first intercontinental airline ever to offer direct flights to Victoria Falls • Three weekly direct flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) from March…
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Medical doctor spearheads hospital development project in Victoria Falls
Dr. Allan Nhapi, a Zimbabwean medical doctor based in Australia is spearheading the development of a state-of-the-art hospital in the majestic Victoria Falls City. Addressing journalists at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in Harare soon after his arrival in the country from the United Arab Emirates where he participated at the 2020 Dubai Expo where he…
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ZTA takes Service Excellence training to Bulawayo Province
The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) is in Bulawayo Province as part of its aggressive nationwide Service Excellence training programme for operators in the region. Led by the national tourism organisation’s Destination Management Division, the programme seeks to equip all tourism front-line staffers responsible for client services and interactions. The program is running in line with…
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Heritage Adventure Park: Rainbow Towers Hotel’s hidden gem
The Rainbow Towers Hotel And Conference Centre has added the Heritage Adventure Park – an oasis of adrenaline activities that give guests a memorable experience. Located in the heart of Harare, within a 5-minute drive of Queen Victoria Museum and National Museum, The Rainbow Towers Hotel And Conference Centre is a 4 or 5-star hotel…
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Visit Zimbabwe Tourism and Investment Conference roars to life
The Government of Zimbabwe, through the Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry today hosted the Visit Zimbabwe Tourism and Investment Conference on the sidelines of the world-acclaimed Dubai Expo 2020. In her keynote address during the launch, the Deputy Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality industry, Hon. Barbra Rwodzi said since the…
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Confidence in booking Victoria Falls restored to almost pre-pandemic levels
Confidence in booking Destination Victoria Falls has risen to 74% in 2021, according to the annual Future Traveller Sentiment Survey conducted by We Are Victoria Falls for 2021. This figure compares to 85% during the pre-pandemic year of 2019, and the Covid-19 slump of just 50% in 2020. 73% of respondents to the survey believe…
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77 countries endorse Zimbabwe to secure Global Association Membership
The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) through its Zimbabwe National Convention Bureau, has made remarkable strides in promoting MICE (Meetings, Incentive Travel, Conferences and Exhibitions) tourism by securing international membership with The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI). Zimbabwe joins other leading African countries on this picturesque global stage, namely Rwanda and South Africa, with…
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Tourism among beneficiary sectors for export retention
In a Monetary Policy Statement issued by government on Monday, the tourism industry is among sectors identified to retain their foreign currency earnings to allow for recapitalisation. Export Retention for Tourism and Hospitality Industry “In order to respond to the adverse effects of COVID-19 on the tourism sector, which was hard-hit by the pandemic not…
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African Sun pledges support to ZTA on tourism recovery
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority Acting Chief Executive, Givemore Chidzidzi, and his team took time to meet with Peter Saungweme who was recently appointed CEO for hospitality giant African Sun Limited. The introductory meeting was led by the venerable outgoing mentor Ed Shangwa. In the meeting, both entities pledged to make provisions for collaborative efforts aimed at…
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Advancing tourism in Kadoma: MCE Lodge charms the market
By Lovemore Chazingwa From the day it started operating, MCE Lodge has brought remarkable comfort to the market through services rollout within the serene surroundings of Kadoma. Arguably, the lodge is on a roller coaster in the hospitality industry with its customized services that match any top-of-the-range utility. It is located in the plush Mornington…
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ZTA engages SAZ for ISO certification
The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority has engaged the Standards Association of Zimbabwe to seek ISO Certification 9001/2015 quality management system. ISO certification of the National Tourism Authority dovetails with the National Tourism Recovery and Growth Strategy and is critical in the implementation of NDS1 as the nation focuses on Vision 2030. ZTA Acting Chief Executive, Givemore…
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Global tourism plastic initiative releases first progress report, welcomes more signatories
The Global Tourism Plastics Initiative has welcomed a further 21 signatories, taking the total number past 110. The new signatories have been announced alongside the launch of a first annual report, which makes clear the significant progress made in tackling plastics pollution in tourism over the past year. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19…
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ZTA & Cashel Valley launch ‘Win A Trip to Nyanga’ promo
Zimbabwe’s leading canned foods and jam manufacturer, Cashel Valley, has gone in partnership with the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) to bring Christmas cheer to consumers of their wide range of products. Cashel Valley is known for its wide range of ready-to-eat baked beans, fruits, and vegetables and is now a fully-fledged business division of Cairns…
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New COVID-19 surges keep travel restrictions in place
One out of five destinations continues to have their borders completely closed as new surges of COVID-19 impact the restart of international tourism. The latest research shows that still, 98% of all destinations have some kind of travel restrictions in place. According to the UNWTO Travel Restrictions Report, 46 destinations (21% of all destinations worldwide) currently…
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AAG Goes Green with Increased Calls to Build a Climate Resilient Zimbabwe
By Joyce Mukucha Striving to build a green economy as well as reducing the vulnerability of different communities from the devastating effects of climate change, the Affirmative Action Group (AAG) Zimbabwe has partnered with AAG diaspora in launching a “Go Green” pledge, a campaign aimed at advocating for reduction of negative impact to the environment…
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The Wallow Lodge Victoria Falls: A dream place for the tourist
“Majestic, refreshing, epic, breathtaking, serene, soothing,” were the remarks by a group of tourists who spent time at the Wallow Lodge in Victoria Falls last week. Situated overlooking the Masuwe River, The Wallow offers an intimate safari getaway in the heart of a private concession within Victoria Falls National Park. “As a travel journalist, I…
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Chef Lewis Mushonga releases cookbook “Bika”
One of Zimbabwe’s finest chefs, Lewis Mushonga is set to release a book about cooking entitled Bika, published by iPublish House with the foreword written by Lucy Ruth, a Zimbabwean-based Canadian award-winning author, and Guinness World Record holder. The waiting is finally over! 26 November 2021 is the day of launching and releasing this much-awaited…
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House of Zulu and Nguni Lodge offer tourists in Victoria Falls a memorable experience
With Zimbabwe’s major tourism hub, Victoria Falls becoming an awakening giant as the resort city reached herd immunity in as far as COVID-19 is concerned, two small-to-medium enterprises (SME) sector players – House of Zulu and Nguni Lodge offer a memorable experience to tourists. To a tourist who wants a serene place to relax after…
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World Travel Awards Names Fastjet Best Low-cost Carrier for Africa for the sixth year running
fastjet has today been awarded by the World Travel Awards as “Africa’s Leading Low-Cost Airline 2021” for the sixth consecutive year. The results follow a year-long search for the world’s top travel, tourism and hospitality brands. Votes were cast by travel industry professionals and the public, with the nominee gaining the most votes in each…
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Victoria Falls SMEs honoured for major role in tourism ecosystem
The Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry and sector players honoured small enterprises in Victoria Falls for playing a key role to the tourism ecosystem, for their job-creating power, entrepreneurialism and driving sustainable development. In that regard, the tourism industry and government came together yesterday to celebrate 20 of the most promising small…
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Private Guide Lewis Mangaba makes travellers’ stay in Victoria Falls memorable
Lewis Mangaba, a private tour guide based in Victoria Falls offers a superb and memorable experience to visitors in the resort town including media practitioners from the region who are in the majestic town on a trip sponsored by Boundless Southern Africa in support of the #20For20 SME Initiative under the Zimbabwe Destination Development Program…
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Award-winning Dzimbahwe Guest Lodge offers top-drawer tourism products, services
Award-winning Dzimbahwe Guest Lodge located in Zimbabwe’s premier tourist destination, the Victoria Falls, is an oasis of hospitality accommodation that suits every traveller’s dream holiday. The Victoria Falls is set for a big change. It was recently awarded city status, is earmarked for a special economic zone, and fast becoming a regional air transport hub…
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Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit mourns Clever Kapandura
On Friday 8th October, following a report of a possible poaching incident with GPS coordinates of a carcass, the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit lost its dedicated member Clever Kapandura and is commiserating with his family and acquaintances. As a response to the alert on the day in question, VFAPU deployed a team of anti-poaching scouts…
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Vaccines and reopen borders driving tourism’s recovery
International tourism enjoyed signs of rebound in June and July 2021 as some destinations eased travel restrictions and the global vaccination rollout advanced in many parts of the world. According to the latest edition of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, an estimated 54 million tourists crossed international borders in July 2021, down 67% from the…
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Local news websites dedicated to covering tourism industry on the rise
In tourism, the need to tell our own story to showcase natural or human endowments to domestic and international tourists is pertinent and the current influx of news websites dedicated to cover this subject is most welcome. Recently, Travnesu (pronounced: Travel Nesu) said it will be bringing a comprehensive approach to Tourism reporting in Zimbabwe…
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Zimbabwe Celebrates World Tourism Day, Nations Bemoan COVID-19 Devastating Impacts on the Sector
Zimbabwe joined the rest of the world yesterday in celebrating World Tourism Day which was running under the theme ‘Tourism for Inclusive Growth’, a theme that focuses on tourism’s ability to drive inclusive development and the role it plays in generating economic opportunities for millions across the globe. Tourism is one of the world’s most…
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The Glasgow Declaration: An urgent call for commitment to a decade of climate action in tourism
In preparation for COP26, two information sessions were held on September 21 on the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism. The Declaration, developed by a collaborative group of leading organizations, is an urgent call for all stakeholders to commit to a decade of climate action in tourism. The signatories of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action…
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Symposium focuses on tourism growth
Tourism stakeholders converged at Great Zimbabwe University, for the 2021 World Tourism Day Academic Symposium under the theme “Tourism for Inclusive Growth”. This year’s commemorations came when the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic are battering the global tourism industry, with investment and job creation declining significantly. A total of 639,356 tourist arrivals were registered…
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ZTA embraces sport to market tourism
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority has stepped up its domestic tourism marketing efforts by partnering with Sports Tourism Inc to hold the Victoria Falls Sports Tourism Experience to held on 24-26 September in Victoria Falls. The objective of the festival is to promote sports tourism, market destination Zimbabwe and create sustainable development for marginalised communities in resort towns.…
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Matetsi Victoria Falls Named Best Resort Hotel in Africa
In a huge endorsement of Zimbabwe as a prime tourist destination, Matetsi Victoria Falls has been named the Number 1 Resort Hotel in Africa in this year’s edition of the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards. Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Hon Mangaliso Ndhlovu, paid tribute to the international recognition of the…
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Matetsi Private Game Reserve: Zimbabwe’s best-kept secret in tourism and hospitality
In these trying times of the COVID-19 pandemic, a good time out to relax is the pre-requisite for an escape from the troubles of life and one such rendezvous is the world’s best-kept secret, the Matetsi Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve. The Matetsi Victoria Falls is the realisation of John Gardiner’s family’s dream to marry…
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Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu leads Zimbabwe at the 64th UNWTO African Commission
This week, Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry, Honourable Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndhlovu is in Sal, Cabo Verde attending the 64th UNWTO Regional Commission for Africa meeting and the 2nd Edition of the UNWTO Investment Forum in Africa from 2-4 September 2021. The Minister is accompanied by officials from the Ministry, Zimbabwe Tourism Authority…
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Mosi Oa Tunya, EMA, ZTA allocated new Boards of Directors
Honourable Mangaliso Ndlovu, the Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism, and Hospitality Industry has announced the Board of the Mosi Oa Tunya Development Company and the substantive Board Chairpersons for the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) and the Environment Management Agency (EMA). Below, Spiked Online Media reproduces the Minister’s statement on the appointments: Mosi Oa Tunya Development…
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Zimbabwe removed from the Ireland red list
Zimbabwe and 22 other countries have been removed from the Ireland list of designated States for mandatory hotel quarantine, the Minister for Health in that country has said. People who do not have valid proof of vaccination or recovery arriving in Ireland from countries on the list must enter mandatory hotel quarantine. A negative PCR…
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Tourism boost: restaurants opened, SAA back in the skies
The tourism industry got a shot in the arm with Zimbabwe allowing restaurants to re-open for sit-in patrons who are fully vaccinated upon production of vaccination cards and strict adherence to Covid-19 while the South African Airways (SAA) is getting back in the skies. In a post-Cabinet briefing to journalists yesterday, Senator Monica Mutsvangwa, the…
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ZTA retires Dr Karikoga Kaseke on health grounds
The Board of Directors of the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has advised the tourism industry and all stakeholders that Dr. Karikoga Kaseke has been retired from the post of Chief Executive of the institution after a long period of indisposition. The authority said Dr Kaseke fell ill in November 2018 and has not been well…