Online Reporter
Judith Phiri,Zimpapers Business Hub
THE Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), in collaboration with the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX), is set to launch the second edition of the inaugural Prospective Issuers Training Programme (PITP) this year.
This follows the successful launch and implementation of the programme in 2024, which seeks to equip potential issuers with the know-how for future initial public offerings or other listing methods.
This year, the training programme’s first session is slated for July, with the second session in August and the third in September.
In a statement, ZSE chief executive officer (CEO) Mr Justin Bgoni said the PITP was a strategic capacity-building initiative.
“The second edition of the PITP is offering opportunities to businesses that are considering capital raising through the capital markets. PITP is a strategic capacity-building initiative designed to equip potential issuers with the knowledge, resources, and support needed to navigate the listing process on the ZSE and VFEX,” he said.
“The programme provides a structured pathway for companies to prepare for a potential Initial Public Offering (IPO) or other modes of listing.”
He said key features of the programme included comprehensive training on the listing process, compliance, and regulatory expectations.
It also provides practical workshops facilitated by experienced capital markets professionals, as well as guidance on corporate governance, financial, and integrated reporting.
Mr Bgoni added: “The programme offers tools to build effective investor relations and strategic communications, while another key feature is tailored mentorship and advisory from capital market experts. The ZSE will continue to offer the programme free of charge to the 2025 successful applicants.”
He said sessions would be delivered over a three-month period and are designed to provide hands-on engagement with senior executives of participating firms.
Mr Bgoni highlighted that participation was critical to unlocking capital-raising opportunities by preparing participants to access funding via public markets.
“It will also enhance market visibility by elevating your corporate profile among stakeholders. Participants will receive expert guidance by engaging with specialists across the capital markets ecosystem. The programme will help build long-term sustainability by strengthening your governance and strategic positioning.”
He said the ZSE was pleased to invite expressions of interest for participation in the 2025 PITP edition, with companies interested in participating encouraged to express their interest through the ZSE web portal, [www.events.zse.co.zw](http://www.events.zse.co.zw), or by emailing [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).
Mr Bgoni said the expression of interest window opens on 4 June and closes on 30 June, while shortlisted candidates will be notified following a selection process led by the ZSE and VFEX.
