The much-anticipated Mining Engineering and Transport Expo (MineEntra) has been rescheduled to October 9-11 at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre (ZIEC) in Bulawayo, according to Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) Chairman, Busisa Moyo.
By Rudairo Mapuranga
Moyo stated that the expo, which will be held under the theme “Unearthing Success: The Mining Value Chains, Innovation, and Industrialisation Nexus,” aims to promote industrialisation in Zimbabwe’s mining sector through value chain development.
“This comes after Zimbabwe successfully hosted the recently concluded SADC Industrialisation Week and the SADC Summit, both of which highlighted the need for all stakeholders to collaborate to make Southern Africa, and Africa in general, a prosperous economic unit. The mining, engineering, and transport sectors all play a crucial role in achieving this continental goal. The event further seeks to foster industrialisation in the mining sector through value chain development. Hence, we invite and urge all players in these and other supporting sectors to take part in Mine Entra 2024 to continue the dialogue and showcase how success can be unearthed through leveraging our vast mineral resources and maximising the latent opportunities existing throughout the mining value chains,” Moyo said.
Mine Entra 2024 will convene local and international industry leaders, investors, and stakeholders to explore advancements, opportunities, and challenges within the mining and related sectors. The three-day event is a testament to high-visibility, high-impact programming and will proceed as follows:
- Wednesday, October 9: The event will kick off with the Mining Industry Suppliers Forum, organized in partnership with the Chamber of Mines Zimbabwe, and the Mine Entra Buyers Matchmaking Sessions. The day will conclude with the Mine Entra Welcome Cocktail in the evening.
- Thursday, October 10: The Mine Entra Conference will take center stage, tackling crucial topics such as sustainable mining practices, technological innovations, and unlocking investment opportunities in Africa. The conference will be headlined by the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Dr. E.D. Mnangagwa, who will deliver a keynote address and officially open the exhibition.
- Friday, October 11: The Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) Small Scale & Artisanal Miners Conference will take place at the ZIEC. Concurrently, the Mine Entra Charity Golf Challenge and Mine Entra Charity Golf Cocktail will be held at the Bulawayo Golf Club.
All registered participants, exhibitors, and sponsors will be directly contacted with the rescheduled dates and event details. The registration process is still open, and aspiring exhibitors, delegates, and visitors are encouraged to register early. Registration can be initiated on the ZITF Company website: www.zitf.co.zw.
“On behalf of the ZITF Company, Board, management, and staff, we appreciate the continued support and understanding of all stakeholders and look forward to welcoming you all to the rescheduled exhibition. We also extend our sincere gratitude to the Mine Entra Working Committee, the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development, and the Chamber of Mines for their invaluable support and endorsement of Mine Entra 2024,” Moyo added.
