Harare, Zimbabwe – The government has intensified efforts to revive Zimbabwe’s leather industry, with plans to strengthen the entire value chain and expand both local and export markets.
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Book Now“We have not done as much as we want in our leather sector. We will be working with rural communities to create a system where leather will be produced. Bata is on its recovery path,” said Minister Ndlovu.
The government has also directed departments to prioritize local purchases, a move aimed at boosting domestic production while expanding export markets, including in Zambia.
Meanwhile, the country is embracing technological advancements in border security, with automated systems being introduced at key entry points. Minister of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, Honourable Kazembe Kazembe, confirmed that e-gates have been deployed at Victoria Falls and Beitbridge, eliminating the need for manual officer assistance. The online border management system now includes e-visas, improving efficiency and security.
Additionally, the government is revising laws to facilitate the reintegration of former prisoners into society and the workforce, according to Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs, Honourable Ziyambi Ziyambi.
Parliament also deliberated on measures to restore stability at PSMAS, the civil servants’ medical aid scheme, to ensure its sustainability and continued service for millions of government employees.
These discussions signal a broader government commitment to industrial revival, enhanced security, and social reintegration policies, aimed at improving economic growth and national development.
