Online Reporter
Debra Matabvu in OSAKA, Japan
President Mnangagwa has said Japan remains a dependable source market for Zimbabwe’s tourism sector and the country is ready to offer a memorable experience to visitors from the Asian country.
Addressing scores of Japanese and Zimbabwean nationals who attended the Zimbabwe National Day here today, President Mnangagwa said he is confident that tourist arrivals from Japan will surpass pre-COVID-19 figures.
“Since the opening of the Expo in April 2025, Japan and the world at large have had the opportunity to experience Zimbabwe and catch a glimpse of the nation’s heritage, rich diversity, tourist attractions, culture, and pristine flora and fauna,” President Mnangagwa said.
“Among the assortment of tourist attractions is the world-famous, mighty and majestic Victoria Falls, locally known as Mosi oa Tunya, the smoke that thunders. This is also a World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
“Our country Zimbabwe boasts of an impressive concentration of wildlife as a result of the Government’s robust conservation efforts.
“Our national parks and safaris, which constitute about 70 percent of the total land area, are home to over 270 mammal species, 670 bird species and 256 reptile species, among others.”
“The ‘Big Five’, namely the elephants, rhinos, lions, buffaloes and leopards, are in abundance, roaming safely in the wild. Worth noting is the elephant population, which is the second largest in the world at over 82 000, while our rhinos exceed 1000.
“Japan remains a dependable market source for Zimbabwe’s tourism sector. Following the Expo-2025 Osaka, we are confident that the number of tourist arrivals will surpass pre-COVID-19 figures.
“We are ready to welcome you, your families and friends, to Zimbabwe for an experience of a lifetime,” said the President.
