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THE People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB) has partnered with ZimTrade to host an exports awareness seminar for local businesses.
The aim of the seminar is to provide opportunities for local businesses to learn the latest trends in export markets, appreciate the exports value chain, and how to use them to grow their businesses.
POSB chief executive, Garainashe Changunda, said that one of the bank’s mandates is to promote exports to boost the country’s foreign currency generation efforts and economic growth.
The partnership between POSB and ZimTrade is expected to lead to the growth of local SMEs.
“We are partnering with like-minded organisations such as ZimTrade to offer export awareness training services to assist businesses overcome the challenges they face and raise awareness on how to export goods and services,” said Changunda.
“Exporters play a pivotal role in our economy. They help create employment, increase foreign exchange earnings and contribute to the country’s economic growth.
“Zimbabwe has enormous export potential and POSB is committed to helping businesses take advantage of these opportunities,” he said. ZimTrade CEO, Allan Majuru, echoed similar sentiments, stressing that the partnership will lead to the growth of SMEs.
“As ZimTrade, we are pleased to partner with POSB in this seminar that has great potential to contribute to the development of the country and the growth of our SMEs.
“This is an opportunity for businesses to build relationships and explore potential partnerships that can help them to grow their businesses.
“We have also roped in experienced exporters to share testimonials with those that are still starting.
“The seminar is a great opportunity to engage with experts to gain a deeper understanding of the export processes,” Majuru said.
Mathew Masinge
Online Reporter