About the Conference
A platform for investment,
partnerships, financing & action.
MEET THE BANKERS: Tourism & Hospitality Investment Conference 2026 brings together the key stakeholders needed to grow Zimbabwe's tourism ecosystem and connect operators with capital.
The HAZ Mandate
Hosted by HAZ,
built for the sector
Hosted by the Hospitality Association of Zimbabwe, this landmark conference brings together hospitality operators, financial institutions, investors and government agencies to unlock capital and drive growth across Zimbabwe’s tourism sector. As the voice of the hospitality industry, HAZ convenes the operators, financiers and policymakers whose combined action will shape the sector’s future.
The Context
Why 2029
starts now
As Zimbabwe prepares to host the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) in 2029, the tourism and hospitality sector faces a significant opportunity and responsibility. Hosting one of Africa’s largest trade and investment events requires a tourism ecosystem that is ready to welcome international delegates, investors, exhibitors, buyers and visitors. This means upgrading accommodation infrastructure, increasing room capacity, improving service standards, embracing technology, strengthening sustainability practices and unlocking access to capital.
Why This Conference Matters
A platform for
investment, partnerships,
financing & action.
As Zimbabwe prepares to host the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) in 2029, the tourism and hospitality sector faces a significant opportunity and responsibility. Hosting one of Africa's largest trade and investment events requires a tourism ecosystem that is ready to welcome international delegates, investors, exhibitors, buyers and visitors.
This means upgrading accommodation infrastructure, increasing room capacity, improving service standards, embracing technology, strengthening sustainability practices and unlocking access to capital. MEET THE BANKERS: Tourism Investment & Hospitality Investment Conference 2026 has been designed to bring together the key stakeholders needed to achieve these goals.
Infrastructure & Capacity
Upgrading accommodation infrastructure and increasing room capacity to meet the demands of IATF 2029 and beyond.
Access to Capital
Connecting hospitality operators with financial institutions and investors actively seeking tourism sector opportunities.
Policy & Partnerships
Government policy briefings, public-private partnership frameworks, and regulatory alignment for sector growth.
Technology & Standards
Embracing technology, improving service standards and strengthening sustainability practices across the sector.
In Partnership
A partnership between industry, finance and government — convened by HAZ, supported by IATF, and delivered with Zimbabwe’s leading financial institutions.
14–15 July 2026 · Harare International Convention Centre (HICC), Harare