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Harare, Zimbabwe – The Government of Zimbabwe, through the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), has issued a public notice emphasizing the mandatory registration of all tourism-related businesses.
This initiative is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance the Ease of Doing Business, reduce licensing and registration fees, and foster a competitive, compliant, and sustainable tourism sector.
In accordance with Section 36 of the Tourism Act [Chapter 14:20], all designated tourist facilities are required to register with the ZTA. This is a statutory requirement, and non-compliance will lead to severe consequences.
Consequences of Non-Registration
Failure to register with the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority will result in the closure of unregistered facilities. To ensure adherence to regulatory standards, the ZTA, in collaboration with law enforcement agencies, will conduct nationwide inspections across all ten provinces.
These inspections aim to verify registration status and take enforcement action against all non-compliant operators.
The public is strongly encouraged to report any tourism facility operating without valid registration to the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority.
The deadline for registration is 28 February 2026. Inspections and enforcement actions will commence from 1 March 2026.
For more information on the registration process, tourism facility operators are advised to:
•Email: registration@ztazim.co.zw
•Visit: Any ZTA office nationwide
•Call/WhatsApp:
•Beauty: +263 773 405 787
•Farai: +263 772 350 489
•Clemence: +263 772 113 138
•Solomon: +263 773 492 251
•Patience: +263 773 053 001
•Fortunate: +263 772 876 893
Registering and operating legally is crucial for protecting the integrity of Zimbabwe’s tourism sector. This measure aims to ensure that all tourism facilities meet the required standards, contributing to a high-quality and reputable tourism experience for visitors.
