The Lux Collective Accelerates Global Expansion with New Signings and a Growing Worldwide Pipeline

 Award-winning global luxury hotel operator, The Lux Collective presents the next phase of its ambitious international expansion driven by strong momentum, following a highly successful ILTM showcase. With seven new signings secured in 2025 and a dynamic pipeline across Asia, the Indian Ocean, the Middle East and Africa, the Group reinforces its role as a forward-thinking industry leader. As its flagship luxury brand LUX*, sustainability-focused SALT, and newest bold urban brand SOCIO continue to evolve with purpose-led design and culturally resonant experiences, The Lux Collective's strategy remains focused on its vision to become the world's leading hospitality group.

Guiding this trajectory is Olivier Chavy, Chief Executive Officer of The Lux Collective. “Our vision is clear: to redefine the conscious luxury hospitality of tomorrow. As we accelerate our global expansion and enter new markets, we remain committed to creating sustainable design-forward destinations that foster genuine connection. Through our innovative brands, these new signings reflect our ambition to push boundaries, elevate local narratives and craft experiences that truly resonate with today's travellers.”

Discovering Southern Africa's Natural Wonders at LUX* Xinii Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Following the announcement of LUX* Xinii Mababe in Botswana last December, The Lux Collective has signed a second hotel management agreement to operate LUX* Xinii Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

LUX* Xinii Mababe, Botswana presents an exclusive luxury retreat into the untamed landscape of Mababe, home to abundant wildlife including buffalo, zebras, elephants, giraffes, lions and leopards. Extending the LUX* footprint further into Southern Africa, LUX* Xinii Victoria Falls will immerse guests in the awe-inspiring surroundings of Victoria Falls, one of the world's largest waterfalls.

Located along the banks of the Zambezi River, just 35 kilometres from Victoria Falls, the resort will offer ultra-luxurious safari and wellness experiences immersed in the natural wonders of Zimbabwe. Scheduled to open in 2028, the hotel will feature 12 lodges each designed with a conical roof inspired by African hut traditions and local indigenous culture. These distinctive roofs not only create a striking aesthetic, but also support rainwater harvesting, reflecting traditional wisdom in resource usage. A second phase of opening will see the addition of 14 lodges, along with a second restaurant and an additional pool, further expanding its offerings.

The property's facilities include a signature restaurant, a swimming pool and comprehensive wellness and spa services, including yoga sessions, allowing guests to rejuvenate the body and mind amidst the African wilderness. LUX* Xinii Victoria Falls will provide curated experiences that celebrate the region's wildlife and culture – from gourmet destination dining, traditional game drives and walking safaris to adrenaline-fuelled adventures such as bungee jumping, zip-lining, helicopter flights and white-water rafting on the Zambezi River. Guests can also enjoy idyllic boat cruises and explore local cultural villages and markets, offering a seamless blend of luxury, adventure and cultural discovery. This successful collaboration is facilitated by advisory partner International Tourism Investment Corporation Ltd (ITIC).

A bold new chapter of growth and global reach

Looking ahead, The Lux Collective's global pipeline reflects robust momentum, with a diverse portfolio of 16 openings set to roll out across Asia, the Middle East and Africa. In China, new destinations include SALT of Mount Siguniang, LUX* Guangzhou and LUX* Shaoguan. Southeast Asia will welcome the pioneering LUXNAM* Phu Quoc, Vietnam's and the region's first overwater all-villas resort, along with SALT of Virgin Beach in Bali, the Group's first entry into Indonesia. In the Middle East, the Group expands with the tented luxury desert retreat LUX* Al Bridi, the reimagined beach resort LUX* Khorfakkan overseeing the Gulf of Oman, and the significant Middle East debut of the SOCIO brand – introducing the first-ever hotel and branded residences, SOCIO By The Lux Collective in Sultan Haitham City, Oman. This milestone is complemented by ELIRE Managed by LUX*, the first LUX* branded residences in Business Bay, Dubai.

The pipeline also extends to Africa with LUX* Xinii Mababe in Botswana and the SOCIO Tribeca flagship in Mauritius. Collectively, these developments reinforce the Group's purpose-driven forward momentum and its commitment to shaping the next era of modern luxury hospitality – fortifying its position as a global leader in sustainability stewardship with clarity and intent.

Source: The Lux Collective Accelerates Global Expansion with New Signings and a Growing Worldwide Pipeline (11/12/2025)

Chinese to build luxury riverfront lodges in Victoria Falls

 Zimbabwe's tourism sector is set for a major boost following confirmation that The Lux Collective, a global hospitality group with Chinese backing, will develop a high-end eco-luxury lodge estate along the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls. The project, named LUX* Xinii Victoria Falls, is expected to open in 2028 and marks the group's second major investment in Southern Africa after its Botswana venture, LUX* Xinii Mababe.

The new estate will be constructed in two phases, beginning with 12 luxury lodges designed with conical, African-inspired roofs that allow for natural cooling and rainwater harvesting. A second phase will expand the development with 14 additional lodges, as well as a restaurant and swimming pool, creating an exclusive retreat within reach of one of the world's most iconic natural attractions.

The development comes as part of The Lux Collective's wider global expansion, with the company announcing seven new hotel signings for 2025. Its pipeline of projects now stretches across Asia, the Indian Ocean, the Middle East and Africa, reflecting an ambitious growth strategy anchored in sustainable design and culturally grounded hospitality.

Chief executive Olivier Chavy said the company's goal is to "redefine the future of conscious luxury travel" by creating experiences that resonate deeply with modern travellers who value both comfort and environmental responsibility.

China remains a key focus of the group's expansion. In early 2027, it will launch LUX* Tea Horse Road Mount Tiantai in Sichuan province, offering accommodation both within a historic town and on nearby high-altitude tea plantations outside Chengdu. Another luxury development, LUX* On The Bund Shanghai, will open in the first quarter of 2027, featuring waterfront views, a private marina, fine-dining venues, a rooftop bar and an advanced wellness centre.

Beyond China and Southern Africa, The Lux Collective now has 16 properties under development worldwide, including new luxury projects in Vietnam, Bali, Dubai, Oman, Mauritius and several more cities in China. The company continues to grow its LUX*, SALT and SOCIO brands, drawing increasing international confidence in its eco-friendly, design-centred approach to hospitality.

The introduction of LUX* Xinii Victoria Falls is expected to significantly elevate Zimbabwe's visibility in the global high-end tourism market. Tourism experts say the investment reflects growing international interest in Victoria Falls as a destination for sustainability-driven luxury travel, potentially drawing in higher-spending visitors and injecting fresh momentum into the country's hospitality sector.

Source: Chinese to build luxury riverfront lodges in Victoria Falls (11/12/2025)

AFRY to update key studies for Batoka Gorge project, Zambia

AFRY has secured a contract from the Zambezi River Authority, the organisation jointly owned by Zambia and Zimbabwe, to update the feasibility study and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the Batoka Gorge hydroelectric scheme.

The proposed plant, to be sited in the Batoka Gorge about 47km downstream of Victoria Falls, is planned to have an installed capacity of up to 2400MW.

“We are committed to advancing sustainable hydropower solutions utilising the potential of the Zambezi River. Hydropower is a cornerstone of the global energy transition, and we are delighted to be part of empowering communities with reliable, renewable energy solutions that stand the test of time,” said Ernst Zeller, Segment Head, Hydro at AFRY.

Under the contract, AFRY will review earlier studies and update them with detailed technical, economic, and operational analyses aimed at optimising the plant’s layout and operations. The work will include assessments of hydrology and climate change, installed capacity, reservoir operations, energy production, and the associated transmission system.

The assignment also covers updates to the environmental and social impact assessments, a review of the implementation schedule, and preparation of tender documents.

Source: AFRY to update key studies for Batoka Gorge project, Zambia (04/12/2025)

Govt officials to lead journalists on a tour of Byo-Vic Falls Road

 CABINET ministers and senior Government officials will this week lead journalists from various media houses on a tour of the Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Road rehabilitation and upgrading project.

The delegation will comprise Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona, the ministry’s permanent secretary, Engineer Joy Makumbe, Matabeleland North Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Richard Moyo, the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Transport and Infrastructural Development chairperson Cde Tawanda Karikoga, legislators and senior government officials will lead journalists on a tour to check on progress made so far.

The tour comes after the Government has prioritised the US$1,2 billion rehabilitation and upgrade of the Beitbridge–Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Highway — including the construction of modern toll plazas with weighbridges — as one of the flagship infrastructure projects to be rolled out between 2026 and 2030 under the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS 2).

The Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Highway is a critical trade and tourism artery linking Zimbabwe with Zambia, Namibia and Botswana, is being upgraded under the Government’s ongoing national road rehabilitation and modernisation programme.

Initially, five contractors — Fossil Contracting, Masimba Construction, Syvern Investment, Bitumen Resources and Tensor Systems — were awarded contracts to rehabilitate sections of the 440-kilometre stretch.

However, the Government recently added three more contractors for Lots 6, 7 and 8, covering the final approaches to Victoria Falls, to fast-track completion.

Source: Govt officials to lead journalists on a tour of Byo-Vic Falls Road (03/12/2025)

UAE’s ASB Hospitality Snaps Up Zimbabwe’s Iconic Kingdom Hotel for $30 Million

In a big win for Zimbabwe’s growing tourism scene, Dubai-based ASB Hospitality has bought the famous Kingdom Hotel in Victoria Falls for $30 million. This marks the company’s second major move in the country, following its $20 million purchase of the Meikles Hotel in Harare back in 2019. The 294-room property, which sits right by the stunning Victoria Falls—a UNESCO World Heritage site that draws about 400,000 visitors each year—shut down in 2023 over a lease dispute but now looks set for a fresh start under new branding. Seller First Capital Bank, along with its pension fund, is cashing out to sharpen its focus on core banking, using the money to pay taxes and strengthen operations. For everyday Zimbabweans and travellers, this deal could mean more jobs in hospitality and better spots to stay, as the sector bounces back with 1.6 million visitors bringing in $1.2 billion in 2024. It also shows stronger ties between Gulf investors and Africa, especially as Forbes named Zimbabwe the world’s top travel spot for 2025 for its wildlife safaris and cultural treasures.

ASB Hospitality, a unit of Albwardy Investment, manages 18 luxury properties across four continents with over 1,300 rooms. This buy expands its African footprint, coming hot on the heels of grabbing a majority stake in Lusaka’s Taj Pamodzi Hotel in Zambia. For Zimbabwe, hit hard by economic woes but rich in natural wonders, such investments signal hope for revival in a sector key to earning foreign cash and creating work for locals.

The Kingdom Hotel: A Riverside Gem Ready for Rebirth

The Kingdom Hotel, now owned by Makasa Sun Private Limited before the sale, boasts 294 rooms and prime views of the Zambezi River, just minutes from Victoria Falls—one of the world’s largest waterfalls. Built in the 1990s with an African-inspired design mixing modern comforts and local vibes, it has long been a favourite for tourists seeking adventure like bungee jumps or wildlife safaris. But a lease row led to its closure in 2023, leaving the site idle and hurting local jobs.

ASB plans a grand relaunch, likely rebranding it to fit its luxury style, similar to turning Meikles into Hyatt Regency Harare—The Meikles. This could include upgrades to rooms, dining, and facilities to attract high-end visitors. With Victoria Falls pulling in crowds year-round, the hotel’s comeback could add to Zimbabwe’s tourism push, which aims for $5 billion in revenue by 2025 through spots like Hwange National Park and Mana Pools.

ASB Hospitality: Expanding Footprint in Africa’s Hospitality Boom

ASB Hospitality, based in Dubai, is part of Albwardy Investment—a family-owned group with roots in East Africa and a focus on luxury stays. Led by Ali Saeed Bin Harmal Aldhaheri, it runs upscale spots like the Hyatt Regency in Harare and now eyes more in the region. The company’s buy of Taj Pamodzi in Zambia shows a plan to grow in southern Africa, where tourism is rebounding post-COVID.

For Zimbabwe, ASB’s involvement brings know-how in running top hotels, potentially creating hundreds of jobs in services, maintenance, and supply chains. Local suppliers could benefit from deals for food, linens, and crafts, helping small businesses grow. This fits Zimbabwe’s goal to hit 5 million tourists by 2025, up from 1.6 million in 2024, bringing in more dollars to ease economic strains.

First Capital Bank’s sale lets it drop a non-core asset, focusing on banking while pocketing cash to boost lending and operations. The bank’s pension fund, a joint owner, also gains from the deal, securing funds for retirees.

A Closer Look: Facts Behind the Deal

In a major deal set to breathe new life into Zimbabwe’s hospitality scene, Dubai-based ASB Hospitality has acquired the renowned Kingdom Hotel in Victoria Falls for $30 million. This marks the company’s second significant investment in the country, following its $20 million purchase of the Meikles Hotel in Harare in 2019. The 294-room riverside property, which closed in 2023 due to a lease dispute, is now poised for a grand relaunch under fresh branding, potentially attracting more visitors to one of Africa’s top natural wonders. For everyday Zimbabweans, this could mean fresh job opportunities in tourism, a sector that welcomed 1.6 million visitors in 2024 and generated $1.2 billion in revenue. The transaction also signals deepening ties between Gulf investors and African markets, especially as Zimbabwe earns global praise for its wildlife safaris and cultural treasures, recently crowned by Forbes as the world’s top travel destination for 2025.

ASB Hospitality, a subsidiary of Albwardy Investment, manages 18 luxury properties across four continents with over 1,300 rooms. The acquisition expands its African footprint, coming shortly after securing a majority stake in Lusaka’s Taj Pamodzi Hotel in Zambia. For Zimbabwe, grappling with economic challenges but rich in attractions like Victoria Falls—a UNESCO World Heritage site drawing 400,000 visitors yearly—this investment offers hope for revival in a key industry that supports thousands of livelihoods.

The Kingdom Hotel: A Prime Asset Ready for Rebirth

Nestled along the Zambezi River just minutes from the majestic Victoria Falls, the Kingdom Hotel boasts 294 rooms designed with an African-inspired aesthetic that blends modern comfort with local charm. Built in the 1990s, it has long been a favourite for tourists seeking adventures like helicopter rides over the falls or wildlife safaris in nearby reserves. However, a lease disagreement led to its closure in 2023, leaving the site dormant and impacting local employment.

Under ASB’s ownership through Makasa Sun (Private) Limited—the previous operator jointly held by First Capital Bank and its pension fund—the hotel is expected to undergo upgrades and rebranding. This mirrors ASB’s successful revamp of the Meikles Hotel into the Hyatt Regency Harare – The Meikles, which has elevated standards and drawn international guests. The relaunch could include enhanced facilities like spas, conference spaces, and eco-friendly features to appeal to modern travellers, potentially creating hundreds of jobs in housekeeping, guiding, and supply chains.

The property’s location near Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, positions it perfectly for Zimbabwe’s tourism push. The falls alone generate significant revenue, with activities like bungee jumping and river cruises adding to the allure.

ASB Hospitality’s African Expansion: Building a Luxury Network

ASB Hospitality, headquartered in Dubai, is part of the family-owned Albwardy Investment group, which has roots in East Africa and a focus on upscale accommodations. Led by Ali Saeed Bin Harmal Aldhaheri, the firm emphasises sustainable operations and community benefits, aligning with Zimbabwe’s goals for eco-tourism.

The company’s entry into Zimbabwe began with the $20 million Meikles acquisition in 2019, transforming it into a five-star Hyatt property that has boosted Harare’s appeal for business travellers. More recently, ASB expanded in Zambia with the Taj Pamodzi stake, showing a clear strategy to grow in southern Africa. With 18 properties worldwide, ASB brings expertise in managing high-end resorts, which could help elevate Zimbabwe’s offerings to compete with regional hotspots like South Africa’s Kruger or Botswana’s Okavango Delta.

For First Capital Bank, the sale allows a shift back to core banking activities, using proceeds to cover taxes and enhance operations. The bank’s pension fund, a co-owner, also benefits, securing returns for members in a volatile economy.

A Closer Look: Key Facts on the Deal and Its Impact

1/ ASB Hospitality, a Dubai-based arm of Albwardy Investment, manages 18 luxury properties across four continents with over 1,300 rooms.

2/ The Kingdom Hotel boasts 294 rooms and sits just minutes from Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site drawing 400,000 visitors yearly.

3/ ASB’s first Zimbabwe buy was the Meikles Hotel in Harare for $20-million in 2019, now rebranded as Hyatt Regency Harare – The Meikles.

4/ ASB recently grabbed a majority stake in Lusaka’s Taj Pamodzi Hotel in Zambia, expanding its African holdings.

This acquisition not only revives a key asset but also hints at more investments in Zimbabwe’s tourism, supporting the nation’s recovery and creating opportunities for communities around iconic sites like Victoria Falls. As ASB plans the relaunch, locals and travellers alike can look forward to upgraded experiences that blend luxury with Zimbabwe’s natural beauty.

Source:  UAE’s ASB Hospitality Snaps Up Zimbabwe’s Iconic Kingdom Hotel for $30 Million (24/11/2025)

First Capital Bank to sell former ‘Kingdom Hotel’ stake in USD 30m deal

 First Capital Bank has announced a binding agreement to dispose of its full shareholding in Makasa Sun (Private) Limited, the company that owns the Makasa Sun Hotel, in a transaction valued at USD 30 million.

The Makasa Sun Hotel is the one formerly known as The Kingdom Hotel in Victoria Falls.

The deal, signed with ASB Hospitality LLC of the United Arab Emirates, will see the foreign investor acquire 100% of the hotel operator’s issued shares once all conditions precedent are met.

According to the bank’s latest statement, the purchaser has already placed a USD 3 million deposit into escrow, with the remaining USD 27 million to be paid upon completion. The sale is subject to regulatory approvals, including clearance from the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe, the Competition and Tariff Commission, COMESA, and the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority.

First Capital Bank said the disposal forms part of a strategic shift to unlock shareholder value by exiting non-core assets and refocusing on mainstream banking activities. ASB Hospitality, backed by an international hotel group, is expected to reposition the Makasa Sun Hotel and stimulate further investment in Zimbabwe’s tourism sector.

The bank emphasised that the sale will not have a significant impact on its historical or future earnings, as Makasa Sun has been recorded as a dormant entity. As at October 2024, Makasa Sun had a consolidated net asset value of approximately USD 27.9 million, though it has not been significantly reflected in the bank’s consolidated financials.

Proceeds from the transaction will be used to settle capital gains tax obligations and to distribute net receipts to both the bank and its staff pension fund, which jointly owned the hospitality asset. No securities are being exchanged as part of the agreement, and the deal will be settled entirely in cash.

The transaction qualifies as a Category 3 transaction on the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange. First Capital Bank advised shareholders and investors to continue exercising caution until full regulatory approval is confirmed and the disposal is finalised.

Source: First Capital Bank to sell former ‘Kingdom Hotel’ stake in USD 30m deal (20/11/25)

Tourism Minister Urges Speedy Completion of Victoria Falls Border Works

(Zambia) Tourism Minister Rodney Sikumba has called for the swift completion of rehabilitation works at the Victoria Falls Border, citing congestion and frustration among tourists due to delays.

Mr. Sikumba made the appeal after visiting the construction site, accompanied by a delegation from the World Bank. He said he will urgently engage the Commissioner General of the Zambia Revenue Authority and the Finance Minister to fast-track the project and restore the smooth flow of traffic.

Meanwhile, World Bank Group Division Director for Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe Nathan Belete reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to supporting Zambia through the Great Zambia Tourism Development Project.

Mr. Belete emphasized that improving cross-border trade facilitation is key to unlocking greater benefits for local entrepreneurs and businesses on both sides of the Victoria Falls.

Source: Tourism Minister Urges Speedy Completion of Victoria Falls Border Works (19/11/2025)

Bulawayo -Victoria Falls road rehabilitation works progressing well

 THE rehabilitation of the Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Road is progressing, with contractors on the ground and civil works on-going.

In line with the government’s mantra of leaving no one and no place behind, the Bulawayo–Victoria Falls road remains one of the high priority infrastructure projects, wholly funded by the Treasury.

On Tuesday, the ZBC News crew toured sections of the road and witnessed on-going compacting works in the Hwange – South mining area, among other road works.

The motoring public has expressed appreciation for the progress being made.

“This is exciting for us, especially those of us from Mozambique who love driving to Victoria Falls. The travel time is now shorter. We thank the Government of Zimbabwe for this initiative,” said a motorist.

“We will be travelling smoothly, and this will reduce operational costs. We will no longer be buying spare parts frequently,” added another.

The government says the entire road upgrade is expected to be completed by mid-2026.

“I am happy that the strategy we adopted in the ministry was to divide the entire 440 kilometres, focusing mainly between Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, where each contractor is responsible for about 51 kilometres. We deployed the first five contractors who began working on the detours, and an additional three contractors have since joined. This means eight contractors are now working on the entire stretch. This rehabilitation is crucial because the road is a gateway to the tourist hub of our country, Victoria Falls,” said the Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, Honourable Felix Mhona.

Some sections of the road have since been completed and opened to traffic.

The Bulawayo–Victoria Falls road is a vital link in the North–South Corridor, connecting South Africa through the Beitbridge border post with Zambia via Victoria Falls and Kazungula.

Source: Bulawayo -Victoria Falls road rehabilitation works progressing well (17/11/2025)

Victoria Falls Border Post now open 24 hours, move set to boost tourism and trade

 VICTORIA Falls Border Post will now process clients 24 hours of the day in a significant move expected to boost tourist arrivals and ensure seamless trade between Zimbabwe and Zambia.

Through an Extraordinary Government Gazette, General Notice 2265A of 2025, issued recently, Secretary for Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, Ambassador Raphael Faranisi, announced the policy shift.

“It is hereby declared that in terms of section 41 of the Immigration Act (Chapter 4:02), the Minister has extended the operating hours for the Victoria Falls Border Post to twenty-four (24) hours on a daily basis, with effect from the date of publication of this notice,” reads the notice published November 13.

The opening of the border post between Zimbabwe and Zambia is set to be accompanied by immense benefits, including boosting tourism. With the border now open round‑the‑clock, tourists can travel anytime, giving them flexibility to explore both sides of the majestic Victoria Falls without worrying about a curfew. This can make the famous “Smoke That Thunders” a more convenient bucket‑list experience.

Also, traders and truck drivers no longer face costly overnight delays or long queues waiting for the border to open. A 24‑hour operation means goods move faster, reducing transportation costs and helping businesses stay competitive.

It is a major win for cross‑border trade between Zimbabwe and Zambia.

The latest development at Victoria Falls Border Post also improves cross‑border movements by local commuters, tourists, and business persons. A 24‑hour border means smoother, quicker travel. This likely encourages more people to travel between the two countries, fostering greater people‑to‑people connections.

Round-the-clock operations also minimise congestion as extending hours helps spread out traffic, decreasing the massive queues and congestion that used to happen when the border closed at 10pm.

Source: Victoria Falls Border Post now open 24 hours, move set to boost tourism and trade (17/10/2025)

See Also

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (11th October 2017) Zim engages Zambia on one border post.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (25th October 2018) Zim, Zambia sign four MoUs.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (28th January 2019) Land Shortage Hits Zimra’s Victoria Falls Border Project.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (8th February 2019) Zimbabwe and Zambia to set up one-stop border post in Victoria Falls.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (15th March 2024) Zim, Zambia broaden cooperation.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (14th November 2025) Zimbabwe Extends Victoria Falls Border Post Hours To 24/7.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (15th November 2025) Mnangagwa, Hichilema co-chair Zimbabwe-Zambia BNC.

 

American tourist drowns in water rafting expedition

 Police in Southern Province have confirmed the death of an American tourist who drowned during a rafting expedition on the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls.

Southern Province Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo said the victim, identified as Patrick Lawrence, 68, died after the raft he was navigating capsized at Rapid Number 7 last evening.

Mr Namalongo confirmed the death of 68-year-old Patrick Lawrence in a statement to the media in Livingstone this morning.

“We can confirm that Mr Lawrence, an American national, tragically drowned during a rafting activity on the Zambezi River...

He said the accident ... was reported by Mr Obey Hamuchemba, 47, Director at Nyami Nyami Rafting Company, who was overseeing the activity.

Investigations indicate that Mr Lawrence was leading a team of ten paddlers when the raft overturned.

Mr Namalongo however confirmed the safety of the other paddlers who were in the company of the now deceased.

The South Police Chief says the body of Mr Lawrence was later retrieved and rushed to Mukuni Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.

Source: American tourist drowns in water rafting expedition (15/11/2025)

Further Information

American river guide Lawrence Patrick Firman dies while kayaking the Zambezi

Lawrence Patrick Firman, 68 years old, an expert kayaker and rafting guide for over 35 consecutive seasons in the USA, died while kayaking the Zambezi river on November 13, 2025. “Larry” was part of a group of over a dozen river guides (including several Zambian guides and also one non-river guide participant) who had completed a 12-day expedition trip down the Zambezi river during which Larry had kayaked through the main rapids on the river successfully. On the day after the expedition trip ended, most of the same group were doing a day-trip through the main rapids section of the river again along with 3 local river guides (from Zambia and Zimbabwe, with leader Thando Lungu) when the incident occurred. This group of 12 river guides plus 1 non-guide were in 2 paddle rafts and 2 kayaks. The two kayakers were Larry and another expert kayaker and river guide from Mexico (Uriel Arroyo). According to Uriel, who was close to Larry on the water as the incident occurred, they entered Rapid #7 just before 3 pm and kayaked through most of the rapid to the very end section known as Land of the Giants, where Larry entered a big hole that flipped him. [Mr Firman appears to have subsequently drowned attempting to roll the kayak back upright. Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.] (Facebook, 17th November 2025)

Mnangagwa, Hichilema co-chair Zimbabwe-Zambia BNC

 President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his Zambian counterpart Hakainde Hichilema are co-chairing the inaugural Zimbabwe-Zambia Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Harare on Friday, marking a historic upgrade in diplomatic relations between the two neighbours after 45 years of cooperation.

The BNC replaces the long-standing Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation, elevating bilateral engagement to a more strategic and results-oriented framework.

The launch coincides with the 45th anniversary of formal diplomatic ties between Zimbabwe and Zambia, rooted in a shared liberation history and decades of collaboration in trade, energy, tourism, and regional integration.

Ministerial and senior officials’ meetings have been underway in Harare since Wednesday, laying the groundwork for expanded cooperation across key sectors.

The BNC is expected to serve as a platform for translating diplomatic dialogue into measurable outcomes that benefit both nations and the broader Southern African region.

The two countries, which share the Victoria Falls and Kariba Dam along Zambezi River, currently cooperate in the areas of energy generation, tourism and the conservation of wildlife resources.

They are working towards the implementation of the joint management plan for the Victoria Falls World Heritage Site and the operationalisation of the 24-hour Victoria Falls-Livingstone One Stop Border Post.

Source: Mnangagwa, Hichilema co-chair Zimbabwe-Zambia BNC (13/11/2025)

See Also

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (11th October 2017) Zim engages Zambia on one border post.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (25th October 2018) Zim, Zambia sign four MoUs.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (28th January 2019) Land Shortage Hits Zimra’s Victoria Falls Border Project.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (8th February 2019) Zimbabwe and Zambia to set up one-stop border post in Victoria Falls.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (15th March 2024) Zim, Zambia broaden cooperation.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (14th November 2025) Zimbabwe Extends Victoria Falls Border Post Hours To 24/7.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (15th November 2025) Mnangagwa, Hichilema co-chair Zimbabwe-Zambia BNC.

Zimbabwe Extends Victoria Falls Border Post Hours To 24/7

 

Victoria Falls Border Post Now Open 24 Hours A Day

In a dramatic move set to transform regional travel, the Zimbabwean government has declared that the Victoria Falls Border Post will now operate twenty-four hours a day. This immediate change, announced in an extraordinary government gazette on Thursday, November 14, 2025, signals a major shift for one of the country’s most vital ports of entry. The border, which previously closed its gates at 10PM, will never sleep again.

The official announcement was made by Nick Mangwana on X, where he shared the pivotal news. The legal basis for this round-the-clock operation is General Notice 2265A of 2025, issued under the Immigration Act.

Mangwana posted:

“VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT NOW OPERATING 24/7. Act [Chapter 4:02], the Minister has extended the operating hours for the Victoria Falls Border Post to twenty-four (24) hours on a daily basis, with effect from the date of publication of this notice.”

The notice itself was formally signed by the Secretary for Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, Raphael Faranisi. This administrative leap is widely seen as a direct effort to boost tourism and simplify cross-border trade and movement between Zimbabwe and Zambia.

A Boost For Tourism And Trade

Industry experts are hailing the decision as a game-changer. The extended hours provide unprecedented flexibility for tourists wishing to experience both sides of the majestic Victoria Falls, known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke That Thunders), without being constrained by a strict curfew.

The move is also a major win for cross-border traders and truck drivers, who often faced long queues and costly overnight delays waiting for the gates to reopen at 6AM.

Timing Coincides With High-Level Talks

The border announcement came at a strategically significant moment. It was published just a day before President Emmerson Mnangagwa was scheduled to host Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema in Harare. The two leaders were set to convene for the inaugural session of the Zambia-Zimbabwe Bi-National Commission on Friday, November 15, 2025.

While not explicitly stated in the gazette, the timing strongly suggests that improved cross-border cooperation was a key item on their agenda. According to the original reporting, the move is expressly intended to “facilitate tourism and trade and improve cross-border movement between Zimbabwe and Zambia.”

Source: Zimbabwe Extends Victoria Falls Border Post Hours To 24/7 (14/11/2025)

See Also

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (11th October 2017) Zim engages Zambia on one border post.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (25th October 2018) Zim, Zambia sign four MoUs.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (28th January 2019) Land Shortage Hits Zimra’s Victoria Falls Border Project.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (8th February 2019) Zimbabwe and Zambia to set up one-stop border post in Victoria Falls.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (15th March 2024) Zim, Zambia broaden cooperation.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (14th November 2025) Zimbabwe Extends Victoria Falls Border Post Hours To 24/7.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (15th November 2025) Mnangagwa, Hichilema co-chair Zimbabwe-Zambia BNC.

Helipad game changer for Vic Falls tourism

A new helipad, built at a cost of US$2.5 million, opened in Victoria Falls on Wednesday, highlighting an upward trajectory in the tourism industry in the City.

Victoria Falls is Zimbabwe’s tourism capital, a melting pot for travellers from across the globe.

The new facility was built by Zambezi Helicopter Company, a partnership company between two leading tour operators in the City.

The City of Victoria Falls partnered in the construction of a new modern access road, about 800 metres to the helipad.

Zambezi Helicopter Company has since relocated from its old site off Park Way, to the new site located in the industrial area near the gorges.

Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona was guest of honour, accompanied by Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Barbara Rwodzi and Matabeleland North Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Richard Moyo at the official opening of the milestone facility.

The project highlights investor confidence and infrastructure growth in Victoria Falls, as well as Government’s commitment to facilitating partnerships in line with the “Zimbabwe is open for business” mantra.

Transport Minister Mhona said the project highlights the symbiotic relationship between Government and the private sector which is partaking in the infrastructure development, with the state-of-the-art helipad that gives confidence to the investors.

“It resonates very well with the mantra of His Excellency Dr Emmerson Mnangagwa that Zimbabwe is open for business and we are a friend to all and enemy to none. So, investors are free to come and also exercise their rights in terms of investment in the country.

“Transport, being the economic enabler, we're happy that going forward, we call upon the private sector to also come together and partner government so that we have a number of these projects,” he said.

Tourism Minister Rwodzi said such developments help Victoria Falls receive recognition such as the recent naming as a must-visit destination for 2025 by Forbes magazine.

“This new infrastructure is speaking volumes in terms of confidence that can be invested in Zimbabwe, let alone in Victoria Falls. This is just demonstrating the growth of our industry sector for tourism in the country and as it is contributing much to the GDP,” she said.

Rwodzi said tourism was number one contributor to the growth of the GDP last year.

From just five employees at inception, Zambezi Helicopters now employs 60 people.

Matabeleland North Minister of State, Moyo, said the investment empowers local communities, and unlocking local opportunities.

“It will create jobs, enhance tourism and improve emergency response capabilities in the province,” he said.

Shearwater Adventures CEO Mr Allan Roberts said the tour operator has been operating helicopters in Victoria Falls since the mid-1990s.

“The business is growing, tourism is growing, there's expansion in the industry. We wanted to set a new standard and try and take tourism facilities and aviation facilities to a new standard. So, the facility you see here is world-class, it's air-conditioned, it has a premier class lounge, it can serve over a 100 000 people a year.

“So we really wanted to build something which would take us into the next chapter of our growth and add value to the tourism industry and try and establish Zimbabwe as a world-class tourism destination,” he said.

Source: Helipad game changer for Vic Falls tourism (November 2025)

Read More:

Victoria Falls Falls Bits and Blogs (23rd February 2013) Victoria Falls in helipad relocation controversy.

Victoria Falls Falls Bits and Blogs (9th April 2013) Victoria Falls helipad talks begin.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (7th May 2025) Tour operator pumps US$2.1million into aviation project.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (8th May 2025) Zambezi Helicopter Company Invests US$2.1 Million in New Victoria Falls Aviation Hub.

Victoria Falls Bits and Blogs (1st November 2025) Helipad game changer for Vic Falls tourism.

Shearwater News Core (September 2025) Flight of Angels – The Helipad Reimagined

Read more on the Keep Victoria Falls Wild website: Helipads and Helicopters

  

ZIDA reveal Masuwe SEZ Development Plans

(31st October 2025)

Over the last month or so the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) Linked-In profile has been revealing details of key development projects proposed within the Masuwe Special Economic Zone (SEZ) at Victoria Falls, including plans for yet another hotel development.

In late September a post detailed the Masuwe Commercial Centre, a "flagship, multi-use development strategically located within the Masuwe Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Victoria Falls" (ZIDA, September 2025).

The US$17 million development is located on a 31 hectare site adjacent to the new cricket stadium facility which is currently under construction and which we are confidently told "will host matches for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup" (the venues for the event are yet to be decided). We are also reliably informed that "international arrivals to Victoria Falls are projected to exceed 430,000 by 2026" (ZIDA, September 2025).

In mid-October a further post gave details of the Masuwe Hotel & Restaurant Project, a "a flagship investment poised to transform Victoria Falls." The description detailed the US$120 million '200-bed' development before going on to describe 120 4-star rooms and 80 5-star rooms, giving a total of 200 rooms (and an estimated 400 beds).

"This US$120 million development will rise on a 19-hectare site within the Masuwe Special Economic Zone, Zimbabwe’s first tourism-focused SEZ. It’s no ordinary resort: we’re delivering a 200-bed luxury complex (120 four-star and 80 five-star rooms) complete with high-end restaurants, a spa & wellness centre, conference facilities, and leisure amenities tailored to premium travellers. Crucially, the project is structured as a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with the government’s Mosi-Oa-Tunya Development Company ensuring strong public backing and strategic alignment. Located adjacent to the new 10,000 seat international cricket stadium (now under construction for World Cup 2027), this resort will be at the heart of Victoria Falls’ growth as a world-class destination" (ZIDA, October 2025).

The posts linked to a pdf brochure titled 'ZIDA 2025 Projects' and which gives further details of the two above developments and three further development proposals as part of the first phase of the Masuwe development (download full brochure here).

Lot 1 of Jafuta Estate in Masuwe Special Economic Zone

"Lot 1 of Jafuta Estate owned by Mosi oa Tunya Development Company (Mosi) spanning 271.5 hectares is located in the Masuwe Special Economic Zone in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The area was declared an SEZ on 28 September 2018 through General Notice 747 of 2018 with the objective of creating a Tourism and Financial Services Hub. The vision for the Masuwe SEZ is to enhance tourism-related activities by integrating tourism, recreational and sporting facilities, with commercial, medical and conference centres as well as an International Finance Centre, and other complementary developments.

Project Scope

- Development of core infrastructure including roads, water, sewer and wastewater management systems, power and telecommunication networks. Estimated Project Cost - US$81.6 million

- Construction of two medical centre[s]. US$15 m

- Construction of hotels, villas, flats and holiday homes. US$79.8 m

- Development of a commercial centre with shops and offices and the international financial services centre. US$17 m

- Development of a tourism and hospitality school. (Project not available - partner identified). US$10.7 m

- Development of a golf estate. US$10 m

- Development of a multipurpose international cricket stadium (Project not available - under construction). US$7.5 m." (ZIDA 2025, p81-82)

Lot 1 Jafuta Estate (click to view larger image)

 

Masuwe SEZ Commercial Centre Project

"The Masuwe Commercial Centre is a USD17 million flagship development on 31 hectares within the Masuwe Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. It will deliver a modern, multi-use hub featuring Grade A office space, retail outlets, financial services, dining and hospitality facilities."  (ZIDA 2025, p55-56)

Masuwe Commercial Centre (click to view larger image)

Masuwe SEZ Hotel & Restaurant Facilities Project

"The USD120 million Masuwe Hotel and Restaurant Project is a greenfield tourism project located in a special economic zone (SEZ) in Victoria Falls. The Project is structured as a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the government through Mosi-oa-Tunya Development Company and private investors. The development seeks to deliver a 200-bed [room] resort - comprising 120 four-star rooms and 80 five-star rooms - on a 19-hectare site, featuring high-end restaurants, conferencing facilities, a spa and wellness centre, and leisure amenities catering to both premium and upscale markets." (ZIDA 2025, p57-58)

Masuwe Hotel and Restaurant (click to view larger image)

In their supporting notes ZIDA point to "Peak season occupancy above 85%."

Masuwe SEZ Villas Project

"The USD5 million Masuwe Villas Project is a greenfield tourism project located in a special economic zone (SEZ) in Victoria Falls. The project is structured as a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the government through Mosi-os-Tunya Development Company and private investors. The development seeks to deliver eleven luxury double-story villas within a secure gated community on a 26-hectare piece of land within the Masuwe Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Victoria Falls. The project is designed to address the shortage of premium villa-style accommodation in a market dominated by hotels, where demand is rising inline with international tourist arrivals. The development is supported by key documentation, including a Feasibility Study, Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and detailed servicing cost reports for the entire SEZ." (ZIDA 2025, p53-54)

Masuwe Villas Project (click to view larger image)

Masuwe International Medical Centre Project

"- The construction of a 150-bed international Medical Centre in the Masuwe Special Economic Zone (SEZ)

- This is a greenfield project, aimed at establishing a modern, fully equipped healthcare facility in Victoria Falls

- This International Medical Centre will be on two adjacent compounds measuring six and four hectares respectively, located within the SEZ

- Compound 1: General hospital (6 ha)

- Compound 2: Luxury Medical Facility (4 ha)

- Project is structured as a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with an estimated total capital outlay of USD 15 million aimed at providing both primary care and specialist services, including diagnostics, emergency medicine, surgery and rehabilitation.

-The facility is expected to serve over 60,000 patients annually, create over 200 direct skilled and unskilled jobs, and significantly reduce outbound travel to India, South Africa and China for medical reasons." (ZIDA 2025, p5-6) 

Masuwe International Medical Centre (click to view larger image)

Read more on the background to the Masuwe Special Economic Zone proposals on the Keep Victoria Falls Wild website.

Zambia Agrees Mosi-oa-tunya/Victoria Falls Entry Fee Hike

Kabwe – 28 October 2025 – The National Heritage Conservation Commission (NHCC) has reached a consensus on the long-anticipated adjustment of entry and user fees for the Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls World Heritage Site. The agreement, finalized at a key stakeholder meeting on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Livingstone Lodge sees a moderate increase designed to support the site's maintenance and presentation. This meeting was in compliance with the Business Regulatory Act No. 3 of 2014, and the National Heritage Conservation Commission Act.

The meeting which was chaired by the Ministry of Tourism Regional Coordinator Clement Mulungushi and was attended by representatives from the Livingstone Tourism Association (LTA), ZATO - Association of Indigenous Local Tour Operators, Rafters Association, Avani Minor Hotels, Wild Horizons, and Radisson Blu among other key stakeholders.

Following extensive consultation, the parties agreed on a tiered fee structure to promote regional tourism while significantly boosting conservation revenue.

The primary agreement points are:

1. New Foreign Entry Fee: The entry fee for international tourists to the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls will be increased from the current $20 to $30 USD, effective January 1, 2026. This represents a 50% increase, a compromise from NHCC's initial proposal of a $40 or $50 USD fee.

2. SADC Region Fee: A new, preferential fee for adult tourists from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region will be introduced to encourage regional travel.

3. Local Fees: The entry fee for Zambian Adults/Residents will be K50, with children under 16 years paying K25.

4. Forward Bookings: A transparent mechanism will be established to honor 2026 bookings made prior to the new fee's effective date.

The Livingstone Tourism Association raised concerns that the NHCC's original proposal for a 100% increase (to $40 USD) was too sudden and would negatively impact tourism in Livingstone. The Business Regulatory Review Authority (BRRA) through their Director Regulatory Affairs Mr David Banda also echoed this caution.

However, stakeholders welcomed the introduction of a SADC-tiered fee structure. The compromise of a $30 USD foreign entry fee was widely accepted as a balanced solution.

NHCC Executive Director Mr. Kagosi Mwamulowe said this undertaking was a major milestone in heritage management.

”The Commission cannot over emphasize the need to increase revenue to match the immense costs of maintaining a World Heritage Site as well as other heritage sites,” Mr. Mwamulowe said.

“This agreement ensures that revenue generated at Mosi-oa-tunya will visibly contribute to the maintenance and improved presentation of the World Heritage Site.” He remarked. He further extended his gratitude to all stakeholders for their mature and objective submissions.

The parties also agreed to explore the possibility of a gradual annual percentage fee increase in the future to keep pace with inflation.

With the consensus reached, the new fee structure is expected to take effect on January 1, 2026. The NHCC will now finalize the harmonized fee matrix across all site categories.

Ends.

  

 

Outcry over Hwange park road detour

 A 45-KILOMETRE detour through Hwange National Park had sparked a fierce backlash from leading conservation and tourism operators in Zimbabwe, who warn that it threatens the ecological heart of the Hwange region and the economy it supports.

In letters seen by NewsDay, Painted Dog Conservation (PDC) and the Amalinda Safari Collection have called for the immediate suspension of a plan to route commercial traffic through the sensitive Hwange National Park buffer zone.

The detour, from Cross Mabale to Mpofu to Dete to Cross Dete, is part of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road rehabilitation project, undertaken by Asphalt Products.

However, stakeholders allege that they were not consulted, adding that the plan posed “grave” and potentially irreversible” risks.

In a letter dated October 17, PDC’s executive director, Peter Blinston, said that the area was a “critical wildlife corridor and buffer” for the safe movement of animals between Hwange National Park and surrounding lands.

“The introduction of commercial traffic through this sensitive zone would severely undermine these conservation gains and pose a grave risk to wildlife,” Blinston wrote, highlighting the danger to endangered painted dogs, elephants and other large mammals.

Amalinda Safari Collection, which operates Khulu Bush Camp, Ivory Lodge and Sable Valley, detailed the operational and ecological threats in its letter of October 16.

The company's chief executive officer, Sharon Stead, warned that the route “traverses critical wildlife pathways and migratory routes,” and will "demonstrably elevate the risk of severe animal mortality.”

The tourism operator also raised practical concerns, stating that the detour adds “an unnecessary 45-kilometre extension to vehicle transit” and uses minor district roads "not suited to the anticipated vehicular load.”

This, they argue, will lead to delays, accelerated road degradation and a “severely compromised” service for guests, directly jeopardising the “substantial tourism revenue that supports local conservation and employment.”

Both organisations have expressed frustration at lack of prior engagement.

PDC’s letter noted that “key stakeholders, including ourselves and other conservation bodies... have not been consulted,” while Amalinda said the choice of route is “especially challenging" given the contractor’s understood capacity to build a “less intrusive alternative."

The unified front from the conservation and tourism sectors presents a significant challenge to the project.

PDC has respectfully requested that works be “immediately suspended” pending consultation and environmental assessment, and that alternative routes outside the wildlife buffer zone be explored.

Similarly, Amalinda has urged Asphalt Products to “immediately place the current detour plan under review” and to adopt an existing commercial route as the preferred alternative.

The dispute puts a spotlight on the perennial conflict between infrastructure development and environmental preservation in ecologically sensitive areas.

Blinston said the project “threatens the economic sustainability of tourism and conservation operations in the area — sectors that rely heavily on the protection of Hwange’s unique wildlife heritage.”

Asphalt Products managing director Francis Mangwendeza referred questions to the Transport ministry.

“I am not in a position to answer. Ask the Transport ministry,” he said.

Transport and Infrastructural Development minister Felix Mhona did not answer questions sent to him. The government is currently constructing the strategic Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Highway, which is also in a bad state.

Source: Outcry over Hwange park road detour (20/10/2025)

ZIDA attempt to lure investors for US$120 million 200-room Masuwe Hotel & Restaurant Project

[from the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency Linked-in page, mid-October 2025] 

A Landmark $120M Resort Project in Victoria Falls 

Enter the Masuwe Hotel & Restaurant Project a flagship investment poised to transform Victoria Falls.

This US$120 million development will rise on a 19-hectare site within the Masuwe Special Economic Zone, Zimbabwe’s first tourism-focused SEZ. It’s no ordinary resort: we’re delivering a 200-bed luxury complex (120 four-star and 80 five-star rooms) complete with high-end restaurants, a spa & wellness center, conference facilities, and leisure amenities tailored to premium travellers. Crucially, the project is structured as a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with the government’s Mosi-Oa-Tunya Development Company ensuring strong public backing and strategic alignment.

Located adjacent to the new 10,000 seat international cricket stadium (now under construction for World Cup 2027), this resort will be at the heart of Victoria Falls’ growth as a world-class destination. 

The Masuwe resort brings together an unparalleled location, experience, and investment case: Location & Scale: 19-hectare resort development in the Masuwe Special Economic Zone of Victoria Falls.

Facilities: 200-bed [correction: development actually details 200 room, est 400 bed] luxury resort offering 120 four star and 80 five-star rooms, plus world class restaurants, spa, conferencing venues, and leisure amenities for the upscale tourism market.

Flexible Financing: Open to debt, equity, or blended finance – we’re structuring the deal for win-win partnerships.

The Masuwe project also benefits from SEZ incentives (tax breaks, streamlined processes, profit repatriation) to maximize investor gains. This landmark development is more than just a resort, it’s a statement of Zimbabwe’s readiness to host the world and thrive.

Backed by government support and global partnerships, the project aligns with Zimbabwe’s ambition to build a US$5 billion tourism economy and achieve Vision 2030 goals. Victoria Falls is ascending as a global destination for adventure, leisure, and now investment. The Masuwe project is at the forefront of that story. The excitement is tangible, the fundamentals are solid, and the timing couldn’t be better.

Hospitality brands, developers, financiers – this is your chance to be part of an African success story in the making. The world is looking to Victoria Falls; connect with us to explore how you can join this game changing venture and make waves in Zimbabwe’s tourism boom. Let’s build the future of hospitality in one of the world’s most spectacular destinations together. 

See Also: Introducing the Masuwe Commercial Centre - ZIDA attempt to lure investors for US$17 million project (late September 2025)

Read more on the Keep Victoria Falls Wild Website: Masuwe Special Economic Zone