Manicaland

One of the 10 Provinces in the eastern part of Zimbabwe bordering with the Republic of Mozambique.

Has 7 administrative districts: Mutare, Mutasa, Nyanga, Makoni, Chimanimani, Buhera and Chipinge
Total area is 3 645 900 hectares (14 077 square miles)
Population of around 1,8 million people
Provincial capital is Mutare and province has two major towns namely: Rusape and Chipinge.
Endowed with all the five (5) agro-ecological regions I-V (Average rainfall patterns range from 1000mm to below 450 mm per annum respectively)
three (3) border posts -Forbes , Cashel and Mount Selinda
Economy driven by: agriculture, mining, manufacturing, industry and commerce, tourism and construction.
English is the official language for business with local dialects like Ndau, Manyika, Maungwe, Jindwi, Barwe )
The people of Manicaland are hospitable with a deep sense of UBUNTU.

Why Visit Manicaland

Home to the highest mountain in Zimbabwe- Mt Nyangani (2593m) in Nyanga National Park
Houses the 2nd highest waterfall in Africa- Mtarazi (792m) with the only skywalk
Amazing landscapes and Beautiful scenery- e.g. Christmas Pass scenic views; Misty Mountains (Chimanimani and Vumba)
Favourable weather conditions – ideal
Renowned as a bird watching destination e.g. Blue swallow; Brownhooded Kingfisher; Greenbacked Woodpecker
Ideal hiking destination – mountain climbing
Offers the Finest Fly fishing in the country – sport for fishing trout
Health and wellness destinations- e.g. Hot springs
Rich cultural heritage- e.g. Ziwa ruins; Matendera Monuments; Diana’s Vow Rock Paintings
Offers accommodation from upmarket to budget

Trade Facilitation

Strategically positioned due to it’s proximity to the Beira Port (300km), key transit route
Proximity of Feruka petroleum storage facilities reduces procurement costs by significant margins
Leading plantations (Timber; Tea & Coffee; Macadamia; Bananas; Avocado; Pineapple )
Vast mineral resources-40 minerals (including Diamonds; Phosphates; Vermiculite; Tantalite)
Leading producer of fresh and processed milk (steri-) (at 49%)
Biggest Ethanol plant in the country – Green fuels
Producer of clean safe drinking water
Organic farming in Rusitu

Investment Promotion

Green Field Investment

Construction of international airport and support services (themed restaurants, curio shops, tour buses)
Agro-processing and value addition ventures
Special Economic Zones status (Diamond cutting and polishing)
Tourism infrastructure (5 star accommodation facilities, convention centres, amusement parks)
Construction of dams
Road and rail network development
Establishment of a national gallery
Clean energy generation (solar farms; wind, micro-hydropower)
Salt exploration/refining

Brownfield

INVESTMENT INCENTVES

Tax holidays
Tourism incentives (Tourism Designated Zone duty exemption; Rebates on capital goods and safari vehicles)
Relaxed land purchase terms
User friendly payment plans
Negotiable development period
Negotiable lease agreements

The Uniqueness of Manicaland

Only Province with all 5 agro-ecological regions
Proximity to Beira Port makes it Zimbabwe Gateway to the sea
Natural resource endowments: (Minerals, productive land; Flora and Fauna; Culture)
Diverse range of unique tourism products (beautiful scenery, amazing landscapes)
Skilled and diverse human capital.

Director Provincial Affairs, Tel: (020)62244; Cell: 0712866044
Provincial Administrator, Tel: 020-68176, Cell: 0772521903