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Judith Phiri, Business Reporter
The Zimbabwe Leather Development Council (ZLDC) has announced a partnership with three major organisations to arrange a trip to Italy for the Zimbabwe leather industry players in July to explore market opportunities, and establish relationships with potential partners.
ZLDC, an apex body of the Zimbabwe leather value chain, has partnered with United Kingdom (UK) based Zambezi Trade and Investment, Kukura Business Accelerator (KBA) and NC Leather of Italy.
ZLDC secretary, Mr Jacob Nyathi said the trip was also critical to enhance export capacity of Zimbabwe leather products.
“This trip is expected to take place end July 2025, with the objectives to explore market opportunities, establish relationships with potential partners in Italy and enhance export capacity in line with the National Export Strategy and the Zimbabwe Leather Sector Strategy (ZLSS) 2021-2030,” he said.
“Expected benefits include market insights, where by the Zimbabwe leather industry players gain valuable insights into the Italian and European Union (EU) market trends.”
He said there were also networking opportunities through connecting with potential buyers, partners and industry experts as well as capacity building by enhancing knowledge and skills on exporting to the Italian and EU markets.
The Second Republic, under President Mnangagwa, is focusing on expanding the country’s export base beyond traditional goods by promoting value-added products that can create a solid foundation for sustainable export growth.
According to the national trade development and promotion agency, ZimTrade one of the most promising sectors identified for growth is the leather industry, which offers vast potential for producing value-added goods.
