HARARE – The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) on Tuesday launched a sweeping nationwide blitz, closing more than 25 unregistered tourism facilities for failing to comply with licencing regulations.
The crackdown forms part of the government’s broader push to regularise the tourism sector, with the ZTA targeting a wide range of businesses including hotels, lodges, Airbnb operators, travel agencies, and food outlets.
All tourism-related enterprises are required to be properly licensed and registered to operate legally.
ZTA CEO George Manyaya said the enforcement drive underscores the authority’s unwavering commitment to maintaining a safe and regulated tourism environment for both visitors and local residents.
“In a bid to facilitate compliance, the government has reduced licence and registration fees, promoting the ease of doing business within the sector,” he said.
“Many tourism operators have responded positively, with a notable increase in registrations and licence fee payments in recent weeks. Unfortunately the ZTA has had to conduct closures at several locations due to non-compliance.”
Facilities closed span multiple locations across the country, with Gweru recording the highest number of closures with nine, followed by Marondera with five, Mutare with four, and Masvingo, Bulawayo, and Harare each recording three closures. Chinhoyi recorded one closure.
Annual ZTA licence fees have been set at $150 for restaurants and $100 for fast food outlets.
The ZTA says it remains committed to fostering a collaborative environment in which industry stakeholders can contribute to upholding the integrity of Zimbabwe’s tourism landscape.
Some of the Closed Facilities
Mashonaland East
1. Delfa Takeaway
2. B24
3. Pagomo Lodges
4. 2019 Lodges
5. Zim Nhaka Restaurant
Bulawayo
1. Nyamalicous Restaurant
2. Rooftop Restaurant
Masvingo
1. Cape to Cairo
Mashonaland West
1. Shalom Lodge
Mutare
1. Mima Restaurant
Midlands
1. Ekhaya Lodge
2. Al Majid Lodge
3. Diamond Chicken Restaurant
4. Fredos Chicken
Harare
1. Mr Sadza Restaurant
2. Veruch Restaurant
3. Cottage Bites Restaurant
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