ZITF 2026 Preparations Near Completion

By Monalisa Ntibane

Preparations for the 2026 Zimbabwe International Trade Fair 2026 are at an advanced stage, with organisers confirming readiness ahead of the official opening on 20 April.

ZITF Board Chairperson Busisa Moyo said the event has now moved into its final execution phase.

Exhibition space uptake has reached 97 percent, with 485 exhibitors confirmed, including strong international participation from 29 countries. Business visitor registrations have also increased to over 10,000, surpassing last year’s figures.

Moyo said participation is balanced between government and the private sector, with all exhibition halls nearly full and additional space created through a marquee to meet demand.

“Participation is balanced between government and the private sector, with all exhibition halls nearly full and some additional space created through a marquee to meet demand,” he said.

He added that major events such as the International Business Conference and Youth in Business Festival are ready, with President Duma Gideon Boko expected to officially open the fair.

“Major events such as the international Business Conference and Youth in Business Festival are ready, with President Duma Gideon Boko expected to officially open the fair,” he said.

Organisers said measures have been put in place to improve visitor experience, including better parking, shuttle services and a mobile app to ease access and networking during the exhibition.

“Measures have been put in place to improve visitor experience,” he said.