https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/zimbabwe/ Zimbabwe News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:39:42+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-supports-early-education-with-a-donation-of-325-aircrafted-kids-sp/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-supports-early-education-with-a-donation-of-325-aircrafted-kids-sp/ Education is one of the greatest engines for societal development, laying a strong foundation for economic empowerment, however adequate access to resources is an ongoing barrier for children and young people. To help address this, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has donated essential supplies and limited-edition, handcrafted backpacks from its ‘Aircrafted by Emirates’ collection to two non-profit organisations in Zimbabwe. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:11:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-hyatt-hotel-announced-in-zimbabwe-with-the-opening-of-hyatt-regency-h/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-hyatt-hotel-announced-in-zimbabwe-with-the-opening-of-hyatt-regency-h/ Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the first Hyatt hotel in Zimbabwe has opened with the opening of Hyatt Regency Harare The Meikles, marking a significant milestone in the hospitality landscape of the country. The five-star property aims to offer an unmatched guest experience, combining elements of Zimbabwean hospitality with the Hyatt Regency brand’s signature excellence. Mon, 13 May 2024 07:32:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fastjet-zimbabwe-increases-frequencies-from-bulawayo-and-johannesburg/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fastjet-zimbabwe-increases-frequencies-from-bulawayo-and-johannesburg/ Fastjet Zimbabwe has increased flight frequencies from Bulawayo’s JM Nkomo International Airport to Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport. Mon, 28 Aug 2023 06:27:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-newly-appointed-atta-ceo-jon-danks-and-atta-chair-nick-astlin-meet-with/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-newly-appointed-atta-ceo-jon-danks-and-atta-chair-nick-astlin-meet-with/ In a truly unique moment of collaboration, the newly appointed ATTA CEO Jon Danks and ATTA Chair Nick Aslin met with the Honourable Ministers for Tourism for Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia at the end of the second day of Indaba 2023, held in Durban, South Africa. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:43:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-strengthens-collaboration-with-indonesia-morocco-and-zimbabwe-tour/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-strengthens-collaboration-with-indonesia-morocco-and-zimbabwe-tour/ Emirates has signed a three Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) on the side-lines of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) with Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, the Moroccan National Tourism Office (www.visitmorocco.com) and Tourism Authority of Zimbabwe to promote inbound travel and boost visitor numbers. Wed, 03 May 2023 11:38:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-marks-its-relaunch-to-victoria-falls-in-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-marks-its-relaunch-to-victoria-falls-in-zimbabwe/ The airline first commenced services to Victoria Falls in the year 2000 and returning to this route, the seventh wonder of the world was met with much excitement, celebration and ceremonial gesticulation by the community, stakeholders as well as government of Zimbabwe. Sun, 18 Dec 2022 08:10:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/most-expensive-travel-destinations-revealed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/most-expensive-travel-destinations-revealed/ Travel insurance comparison site Squaremouth.com analyzed data from thousands of travelers to determine the world’s most expensive destinations in 2022. Thu, 15 Dec 2022 07:07:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ethiopian-commences-passenger-flight-to-bulawayo-third-destination-in-zimba/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ethiopian-commences-passenger-flight-to-bulawayo-third-destination-in-zimba/ Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading carrier, has launched a new flight to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, via Victoria Falls starting from 30 October 2022. Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:56:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-signs-first-vignette-collection-hotel-in-zimbabwe-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-signs-first-vignette-collection-hotel-in-zimbabwe-africa/ IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a Management Agreement with HOC Hospitality Investments Ltd., for a new build Vignette hotel in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.  The signing marks the brand’s foray into Middle East and Africa region, as the 10th Vignette hotel, coinciding with its first Anniversary. Fri, 28 Oct 2022 07:37:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-leads-red-list-additions-as-new-covid-19-variant-identified/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-leads-red-list-additions-as-new-covid-19-variant-identified/ The government has reintroduced red list restrictions on arrivals from South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe and Namibia with immediate effect. Fri, 26 Nov 2021 08:55:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-grows-africa-route-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-grows-africa-route-network/ Qatar Airways has enhanced its presence in southern Africa with the launch of a new linked service between Doha and Lusaka, Zambia and Harare, Zimbabwe. Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:33:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hudson-to-lead-matetsi-victoria-falls-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hudson-to-lead-matetsi-victoria-falls-zimbabwe/ Jonathan Hudson has been appointed general manager at Matetsi Victoria Falls. Hudson will take over from Franco Rienzo, who has been general manager of the property for the past two and a half years, on December 1st. Thu, 21 Nov 2019 07:54:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/contiki-expands-into-africa-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/contiki-expands-into-africa-for-first-time/ Despite covering Morocco and Egypt in northern Africa, the call of wild adventures in eastern and sub-Saharan Africa has been strong, and today the global youth travel brand has announced a suite of new trips to the region. Wed, 01 Aug 2018 08:50:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brits-warned-to-remain-at-home-as-political-turmoil-erupts-in-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brits-warned-to-remain-at-home-as-political-turmoil-erupts-in-zimbabwe/ The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has warned British citizens in Zimbabwe to remain at home as political unrest sweeps the country. Zimbabwe president Robert Mugabe is currently believed to be under house arrest in the capital Harare, with the military having taken control of the government. Wed, 15 Nov 2017 16:16:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-welcomes-launch-of-new-victoria-falls-international-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-welcomes-launch-of-new-victoria-falls-international-airport/ Leading Zimbabwean hospitality group, Africa Albida Tourism, has welcomed the opening of the new $150 million Victoria Falls International Airport. The project is set to usher in a new era of tourism to the region. The airport, which now has the capacity to handle 1.5 million passengers per annum, tripling its previous volume, and is capable of landing some of the world’s largest aircraft, was officially opened by Zimbabwe president Robert Mugabe earlier. Tue, 22 Nov 2016 16:04:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-walter-mzembi-minister-of-tourism-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-walter-mzembi-minister-of-tourism-zimbabwe/ As Zimbabwe prepares to commission the expanded Victoria Falls airport, doubling visitor capacity at one of the world’s most famous attractions, tourism minister Walter Mzembi here chats with Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole about the facility’s transformative potential. Also on the agenda are Mzembi’s own personal ambitions to lead the United Nations World Tourism Organisation and the vote of confidence this would provide for the country. Wed, 16 Nov 2016 14:13:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-joins-pacific-asia-travel-association-to-promote-chinese-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-joins-pacific-asia-travel-association-to-promote-chinese-tourism/ The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority has become the first national tourism organisation from the continent of Africa to join the Pacific Asia Travel Association. The two organisations signed a letter of agreement during the annual Sanganai World Tourism Expo in Bulawayo. The agreement reinforces Zimbabwe’s determination to increase the numbers of international arrivals from influential source markets across the Asia Pacific region. Mon, 27 Jun 2016 03:50:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fastjet-receive-operations-licence-in-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fastjet-receive-operations-licence-in-zimbabwe/ fastjet has been granted an Air Operator Certificate by the Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe. The AOC designates fastjet Zimbabwe as a Zimbabwean airline licenced to operate both domestic and international routes within and from Zimbabwe. fastjet Zimbabwe is now the second airline in the fastjet network. Sat, 10 Oct 2015 14:25:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-to-bring-linkwasha-camp-to-zimbabwe-in-2015/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-to-bring-linkwasha-camp-to-zimbabwe-in-2015/ Wilderness Safaris has announced it will open the new Linkwasha Camp in May 2015. Located in a game-rich private concession in Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park, the camp will be the most luxurious accommodation on offer in the area. Thu, 31 Jul 2014 08:40:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-outlines-plans-for-african-disneyland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-outlines-plans-for-african-disneyland/ In a somewhat surprising development given its recent history, the Zimbabwean government has outlined plans for a $300 million ‘Disneyland’ style resort at Victoria Falls. Speaking to the official news agency in the country New Ziana, tourism minister Walter Mzembi revealed a vision for a new resort filled with shopping malls, banks and exhibition and entertainment facilities. Wed, 28 Aug 2013 10:08:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-minister-of-zimbabwe-calls-for-one-voice/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-minister-of-zimbabwe-calls-for-one-voice/ The Honorable Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Walter Mzembi, said African tourism leaders must join together with one voice to rally support for tourism with government and the private sector. Sun, 17 Jun 2012 20:30:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-delegation-from-zimbabwe-give-press-conference-at-ata-in-new-york/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-delegation-from-zimbabwe-give-press-conference-at-ata-in-new-york/ On Thursday, March 22, 2012, a high-level tourism delegation from Zimbabwe will give a press conference about “Destination Zimbabwe,” the host of ATA’s 37th Annual World Congress from May 18-22, 2012. Sun, 18 Mar 2012 05:30:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/zimbabwe-plots-road-to-tourism-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/zimbabwe-plots-road-to-tourism-recovery/ Home to Victoria Falls – among the most spectacular sights on Earth – Zimbabwe has long been considered the jewel of African tourism. However, political turmoil has seen the destination slip from the international tourist trail over the past decade. Now, with a semblance of stability returning, Breaking Travel News here examines if the country can turn the corner and reclaim its rightful place. Mon, 11 Jul 2011 10:25:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-continues-its-return-from-the-tourism-cold/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-continues-its-return-from-the-tourism-cold/ After years in the tourism wilderness, Zimbabwe is bouncing back strongly. According to the WTTC, its tourism economy is set to grow 6.3 percent this year. The influential travel and tourism body also predicts that Zimbabwe will continue growing at 8.2 percent per annum over the next decade, the second highest in the world after China. Fri, 20 May 2011 00:07:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-comes-good-at-indaba/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zimbabwe-comes-good-at-indaba/ Indaba 2011 is proving a successful show for Zimbabwean tourism, with stakeholders reporting that they have sealed a number of deals. The development has raised hopes that the country’s tourism sector is on the road to recovery after years in the wilderness. Mon, 09 May 2011 17:46:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/givemore-chidzidzi-coo-zimbabwe-tourism-authority-itb-berlin-2011/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/givemore-chidzidzi-coo-zimbabwe-tourism-authority-itb-berlin-2011/ BTN talks to Givemore Chidzidzi, COO, Zimbabwe Tourism Authority at ITB Berlin 2011 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:31:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/hon-eng-w.-mzembi-mp-minister-for-tourism-hospitaity-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/hon-eng-w.-mzembi-mp-minister-for-tourism-hospitaity-zimbabwe/ Tue, 16 Nov 2010 09:59:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/tourisms-next-big-thing-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/tourisms-next-big-thing-zimbabwe/ In a new column about nations that are tourism pariahs today but have the attributes to become stars of tomorrow, BTN looks at the potential of Zimbabwe. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/North-korea-football-team-to-visit-Zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/North-korea-football-team-to-visit-Zimbabwe/ Zimbabwe’s battered tourism industry has received a boost after the North Korea football team confirmed they will train in the country prior to heading to South Africa for this summer’s World Cup. Thu, 08 Apr 2010 13:05:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/interview-hon-eng-w.-mzembi-mp-minister-of-tourism-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/interview-hon-eng-w.-mzembi-mp-minister-of-tourism-zimbabwe/ BTN interviews Hon Eng, W. Mzembi (MP) Minister of Tourism, Zimbabwe at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2009 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:51:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wttc-09-walter-mzembi-tourism-minister-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wttc-09-walter-mzembi-tourism-minister-zimbabwe/ Breaking Travel News interviews Zimbabwe Tourism Minister Walter Mzembi Fri, 15 May 2009 17:34:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn2009042718022256/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn2009042718022256/ Zimbabwe is slowly yet surely returning from international exile, with travel warnings by the United States, Japanese and German governments lifted this month, and other countries expected to follow suit. Germany’s ambassador to Zimbabwe, Albrecht Cronze, said the prevailing situation in Zimbabwe no longer justified the travel warnings. The US has scrapped its advisory warning but says this does not signal a shift in US policy toward the unity government. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:44:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090414103908563/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090414103908563/ Zimbabwe’s national currency will remain suspended for at least a year as the country turns to foreign currency to combat hyper-inflation. “There was nothing to support the value of the Zimbabwean dollar,” Economic Planning Minister Elton Mangoma said. Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:39:16 +0000