Our Story
Built on a massive 17-hectare site which is situated 1km from the CBD of the City of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe; the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre (ZIEC) is a modern multi-purpose facility whose reputation precedes it both locally and internationally. Known as the home of the nations largest annual trade exhibition, the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair, the ZIEC is a versatile venue with facilities that boast six fully-equipped and serviced exhibition halls, hundreds of individual pavilions and open-air sites as well as an olympic size grass arena.
IF YOU CAN IMAGINE IT, WE CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN…
Conferences & Seminars
Amplify the impact of your conference with the ZIEC’s highly customizable indoor space. From high profile ceilings to portioned intimate spaces, we can create a conference hall of any size, utilize function rooms for break-away sessions and host distinguished guest in our dedicated VIP Lounge for an exclusive delegate experience like no other.
Corporate Events
Tailor the ZIEC’s unique venue for corporate events of any scale. Detached from the hustle and bustle of the Bulawayo CBD, the ZIEC tranquil location is ideal for intimate corporate events ranging from private product launches to strategic corporate meetings. This spacious venue is also versatile enough to be stylishly designed for the large-scale social events such as gala dinners, award ceremonies and even team building retreats.
Indoor Sporting Events
Up the ante in sporting event experiences by having the ZIEC host your sports tournaments. Past events have included everything from the hosting of the All Africa Games to basketball tournaments, cross-fit boot camps, athletic races and gymnastic competitions. Organizers can leverage the vast venue to incorporate the race routes and race village in a single location. Athletes can compete in a refreshing venue and enjoy post-race amenities as supporters engage in fun fringe activities at the ZIEC.
Music Shows & Concerts
The ZIEC offers a variety of halls, each with its own unique acoustic characteristics, making it an ideal venue for a wide range of events, including music concerts, theater performances, and conferences. For outdoor events, the ZIEC offers various green spaces with varying acoustic properties. Some areas may have natural sound barriers, such as trees or hills, while others may be more open and exposed to ambient noise