Record exhibitors at Masvingo agric show

Provincial Affairs Cde Ezra Chadzamira said the increase in the number of exhibitors signalled potential for economic growth in the province and the nation at large.

This year’s show also saw a record 40 000 fun-lovers paying their way into the annual fair at Masvingo Showgrounds.

The 99th edition of Masvingo Agricultural Show was held under the theme: “Unlocking Investment Potential for Economic Recovery.’’

“I am thrilled that this year’s show has attracted 170 exhibitors from last year’s 105. This shows more than 60 percent increase from last year’s figures,’’ said Cde Chadzamira.

“We also recorded over 40 000 show-goers who paid for the event.’’

He said Government was aware of the prevailing economic challenges and strategies were being worked out to address the crisis.

“Government is aware of the economic battles that people are facing in terms of accessing cash and multiple-pricing systems.

“We remain committed to bringing measures to arrest the cash crisis.

“I want to call upon captains of industry, our retailers, manufactures and our general citizenry to uphold clean, sincere and human principles of trade,” said Cde Chadzamira.

“Your theme is very clear and speaks to His Excellency the President, Commander-In-Chief, Head of State and Government Cde Mnangagwa’s maiden speech to the United Nations General Assembly in New York last Wednesday.

He informed the World leaders that Zimbabwe is open for business and investors should come to the country and do business.”

Guided by this, Cde Chadzam-