The 66th edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair generated more than US$600 million in business deals, confirmed orders, and investment leads, signalling robust commercial activity and a marked rise in investor interest. Industry and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndhlovu confirmed that preliminary figures point to a significant jump in value creation compared to previous editions of the country’s premier trade showcase.
He noted that the volume of transactions and leads recorded during this year’s exhibition reflects growing confidence in Zimbabwe’s business environment and the effectiveness of the platform in connecting local companies with regional and international partners. Minister Ndhlovu stated that “preliminary analysis shows that over US$600 million worth of business transactions, confirmed orders and leads were generated.”
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These latest figures represent a sharp increase from the 65th edition of ZITF in 2025, which recorded business leads valued between US296millionandUS379 million, while formal agreements signed during that event stood at a then-record US$18 million. Minister Ndhlovu explained that the upward trajectory highlights the expanding role of ZITF as a catalyst for trade, investment, and industrial growth.
Furthermore, he emphasised that the fair continues to provide a critical platform for companies to showcase products, secure markets, and build strategic partnerships across various sectors. The surge in deals and leads is expected to translate into tangible economic activity in the coming months, particularly in manufacturing, agriculture, and services, as companies move to formalise agreements and implement projects initiated during the exhibition.
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