Tourism and border officials from Zimbabwe and Zambia have met in Livingstone to accelerate the creation of a seamless travel corridor between the two nations. The high-level meeting, chaired by their respective tourism deputy ministers, advanced a shared presidential vision for free and easy cross-border movement for tourists, traders, and citizens.
Key outcomes and focus areas included:
- Building on Recent Momentum: The dialogue follows the landmark decision to operate the Victoria Falls Border Post 24/7, a move designed to significantly boost tourist flows within the wider KAZA (Kavango-Zambezi) region.
- Harmonizing Systems: Agencies responsible for tourism, immigration, customs, transport, and security worked to align procedures and modernize the tourist experience.
- Action-Oriented Plan: Supported by World Bank findings, delegates committed to developing a clear, time-bound action plan to address infrastructure and service gaps, enhance the competitiveness of both nations’ tourism hubs, and ensure the preservation of their shared natural heritage.
The collaboration underscores a strong commitment to transforming the shared border from a barrier into a gateway for mutual economic growth.
