ZimTrade to Host Buyers at Zimbabwe Shop, Boosting Trade Opportunities on October 16
ZIMTRADE is set to host the Buyers at Zimbabwe Shop, and even within the Export Week, which will be held on 16 October in Bulawayo.
ZimTrade has been at the forefront, working closely with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, to connect local companies with regional buyers.
In an update, ZimTrade said this year’s event features a diverse range of sectors, from mining and consumables to processed foods, fresh produce, floriculture, leather, and building and construction.
“Scheduled for October 16, 2024 in Bulawayo, the event, themed “Qala, Tanga, Start”, will bring together buyers from various countries with Zimbabwean businesses to foster trade partnerships and explore new opportunities,” said ZimTrade.
“This year the event will include over 10 regional and international buyers from Zambia, Botswana, Angola, South Africa, Mozambique, Namibia, and the United Kingdom.
“Beyond networking, the event offers a wealth of insights into untapped markets, consumer preferences, and industry trends.
“Local companies will also get a chance to discover potential niches where their products or services can thrive and expand their export reach.”
ZimTrade said Zimbabwe’s strategic positioning within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s leadership of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have created a favourable environment for increased regional and continental trade.
Now more than ever, it’s imperative for Zimbabwean businesses to actively participate in initiatives that accelerate these trade opportunities.
“The programme aligns closely with the AfCFTA and aims to connect Zimbabwean businesses with buyers from across Africa,” said ZimTrade.
Partnering with Stanbic Bank and Afreximbank, Buyers Shop at Zim is opening doors to trade opportunities for local exporters setting the stage for dynamic business development and international engagement
One of the highlights of Buyers Shop @ Zim is the African Buyers Programme, an initiative supported by Afreximbank, which is set to be launched at the event.
The trade development organisation said participants are encouraged to come ready to discuss their export opportunities and to send representatives who are empowered to make decisions on sales.
By participating in Buyers Shop @ Zim, local companies can expand their export portfolio and gain valuable insights into the complexities of intra-African trade.-chroncil
