Tourism Sector “Standing Tall” as Arrivals Surge — Minister Rwodzi

Itai Mazire

Zimbabwe’s tourism industry is “standing tall” following a sharp rise in international arrivals during the festive season, Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Honourable Barbara Rwodzi has said.

Speaking at the Kazungula Border Post during the ongoing Meet and Greet exercise an initiative aimed at welcoming visitors entering through key tourism gateways Hon Rwodzi said the country is experiencing strengthened momentum from major source markets.

“We are witnessing strong arrivals from Germany, South Africa, the United Kingdom and Botswana.

“I am highly satisfied with the growing tourist inflows through Kazungula, which continue to demonstrate confidence in Zimbabwe as a must-visit destination,” said Hon Rwodzi.

She said the influx aligns with national tourism recovery trends, citing significant increases in air travel.

“Zimbabwe’s recognition by Forbes has been reflected in the numbers. We have recorded an 80 percent increase in flights into Bulawayo and a 56 percent increase in flights into Victoria Falls.

“These volumes have surpassed previous years, showing rising destination confidence and improved air access,” said Hon Rwodzi.

She added that the festive season has intensified activity across major attractions, particularly Victoria Falls, as holidaymakers continue to cross through regional corridors such as Kazungula.