HWANGE Local Board (HLB) took time to showcase and market its services and business opportunities to various stakeholders and potential investors across the globe, when it participated at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) and Matabeleland North Agricultural Show.
HLB public relations officer Mr Dumisani Nsingo said taking part at the two exhibitions presented the local authority with a platform to interact with various stakeholders on services it offers as well as investment opportunities existing in its area of jurisdiction.
“By their nature, exhibitions are meant to give participants an opportunity to sell their products or services to the outside world and our participation at the ZITF and Matabeleland North Agricultural Show was one way of doing so,” said Mr Nsingo.
He said the local authority managed to get positive response from potential investors and suppliers while exhibiting at the ZITF.
“At ZITF we managed to receive a significant number of enquiries from potential investors with most of them expressing interest to embark on infrastructural development at our newly proposed Central Business District. We also had many suppliers coming through, with the intention of dealing with us. We will make follow-ups on all the inquiries and ensure they come to fruition,” said Mr Nsingo.
This year’s edition of the ZITF was held under the theme: “Showcasing the New Normal for Business and Industry: Realities and Opportunities”.
“Our display at the ZITF was in-line with the theme. We deliberately avoided having many pamphlets and showcased our services and investment opportunities existing in Hwange visually through use of a television. We also highlighted a number of digital platforms, we use to communicate with our stakeholders as well as for transactional purposes,” said Mr Nsingo.
After participating at the ZITF, HLB also took time to exhibit at the Matabeleland North Agricultural Show at Whange Show Grounds.
“The Matabeleland North Agricultural Show presented us with a platform to interact with residents in an out of office setting. These face to face meetings are crucial in enhancing client relationship to the next level, building trust and obtaining loyalty,” said Mr Nsingo.
The exhibition was officially opened by Matabeleland North Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Richard Moyo. The showcase was held under the theme: “Rising from turbulent times and sustaining growth in and beyond Covid-19”.
