Delegate categories: Eight categories of delegate. One council.

Each delegate receives a colour-coded pass tied to their category. The colour determines which doors open, which sessions admit them, and how on-site onboarding routes after the event.

Programme · provisional [Thursday, 16 July]

08:00
Arrival and Registration of Guests

All

09:00
Introduction of Guests

Director of Ceremonies

09:05
Welcome Remarks

Secretary for Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Dr. M. Sibanda

09:10
Setting the Scene

Hon. Senator Monica Mutsvangwa, Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development

09:20
Goodwill Messages

European Union, International Labour Organisation, World Bank, African Development Bank, Food Agriculture Organisation, Zimbabwe Revenue Authority, UN Women, Zimbabwe Revenue Authority, Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe, ZB Bank

09:40
Panel Discussion: Accelerating Growth and Transformation of MSMEs, women-led enterprises and Cooperative under NDS II

Zimbabwe Chamber of SMEs, Zimbabwe Cooperative Federation, Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce, Zimbabwe Miners Federation, Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Zimbabwe, Women Owned Business Trust

10:10
Panel Discussion: Bridging MSMES, Women-led Enterprises and Cooperatives Financing Gap in Zimbabwe

Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe, Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe, National Association of Savings and Credit Cooperatives, Zimbabwe Association of Microfinance Institutions, Africa Development Bank, Zimbabwe Women Microfinance Bank, ZB Bank

10:40
Question and Answer Panel 1 and 2

Master of Ceremonies

11:10
Presentations Best Practices in MSMEs and Cooperatives Development and Growth: Experiences of Countries in the Region and Beyond

India, International Cooperative Alliance

11:40
Entertainment


11:45
Panel Discussion Public Private Partnerships in Workspace Development - a Catalyst for SME and Cooperative Success

Old Mutual, Bulawayo City Council, Harare City Council, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Corporation, Chiredzi Town Council, Mutare City Council, Public Service Pension Fund , National Cooperatives Federation.

12:15
Panel Discussion Unlocking Investments and International Markets: Positioning MSMEs and Cooperatives to Leverage the Opportunities of the African Continental Free Trade Area.

ZimTrade, Standards Association of Zimbabwe, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, United Nations Development Programme, SME Exporter, US Africa Trade Commission.

12:45
Question and Answer Session

All

13:00
Lunch

All

14:00
Sponsorship segment


14:10
Break Away Session 1 : The AI Strategy and Its Implications on MSMEs and Cooperatives

Ministry of ICT and Postal Services

14:10
Break Away Session 1 : Powering MSMEs and Cooperatives through Digital Ecosystems: Connectivity, Fintech and Market Platforms for Inclusive Growth

Econet Zimbabwe

14:10
Break Away Session 1 : Business Clinic: Digital Tools for MSMEs and Cooperative Growth .

United Nations Development Programme

14:10
Breakaway Session 2 : Strengthening Cooperative Governance for Accountability, Sustainability, and Inclusive Growth

Panelist Great Zimbabwe University, Cooperative Federation, Cooperative Representative, International Cooperative Alliance Southern Africa, International Cooperative Alliance Africa.

15:10
Breakaway Session 3 : Promoting Strategic Partnerships between MSMEs and Large Corporates for Value Chain Integration

Panelists Delta, Edgars, Zimplats, TV Sales, Pick and Pay, Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries, Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Zimbabwe, Varum Beverages, National Foods, Innscor Zimbabwe

15:10
Breakaway Session 4 : Strengthening SACCOS for Financial Inclusion

Panelists World Bank, Harare Municipality SACCOs, Women Excel SACCO, African Confederation of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations

16:10
End of Day One

ALL

Programme · provisional [Friday, 17 July]

08:00
Arrival and Registration of Delegates

All

09:00
Arrival of Guest of Honour and Briefing

Master of Ceremonies

09:30
Tour of Stands by Guest of Honour

Hon. Senator Monica Mutsvangwa, Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development

10:00
National Anthem and Prayer

Police Band

10:05
Welcome Remarks

Hon. Senator Charles Z. Tawengwa, Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Harare Metropolitan

10:15
Remarks

Mr V. Kurauone, Zimbabwe Chamber of SMEs Secretary General Mr. M. Duru, Zimbabwe Cooperative Federation President

10:40
Best Practices in MSMEs and Cooperatives Development and Growth: International Experience

TBA

10:50
Entertainment

Entertainment Group

11:00
Presentation Unlocking Ease of Doing Business Reforms: Implications of MSMEs and Cooperative Development

Dr W. L. Manungo, Deputy Chief Secretary in the Office of the President and Cabinet,

11:10
Presentation of Indaba Communique

Dr M. Sibanda, Secretary for Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development

11:20
Remarks and Invitation of Guest of Honour, His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe

Hon. Senator Monica Mutsvangwa, Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development

11:35
Key Note Address

His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Dr E. D. Mnangagwa

12:10
Official launch of the National Cooperative Societies Development Policy

His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Dr. E. D. Mnangagwa

12:15
Declaration of the Month of July as the National MSMEs and Cooperatives Month

His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Dr E. D. Mnangagwa

12:20
Presentation of Awards to Outstanding MSMEs and Cooperatives

His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Dr E. D. Mnangagwa

12:55
Handover of Gifts

Hon. Senator Monica Mutsvangwa, Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development

13:05
Vote of Thanks

Deputy Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development

13:15
Photo Session


13:20
Lunch, Networking and Departure

ALL

A national gathering convened to formalise and finance Zimbabwe's small businesses.
The Indaba brings together MSMEs, cooperatives, capital providers and policymakers for two days of plenaries, breakout tracks and one-on-one matchmaking. ZB Financial Holdings convenes; admission is free with pre-registration.

On-site desks complete UbuntuBiz formalisation and open UbuntuSave savings accounts for any delegate who wants them — no separate KYC required if your pass already verifies you.

What to Expect Over the Two Days


Market Access & Value Chain Opportunities

Learn how to integrate into local, regional, and international value chains through dedicated sessions on export development and partnerships with large corporates.

What to Expect Over the Two Days


Policy Launches & National Announcements

Be part of key national milestones, including the launch of the Cooperative Development Policy and the official declaration of MSMEs and Cooperative Week, shaping the future direction of the sector.

What to Expect Over the Two Days

High-Level Policy Dialogue & Knowledge Sharing

Engage in interactive panel discussions and plenary sessions addressing access to finance, digitalisation, export readiness, cooperative governance, value chain integration, industrialisation, and MSME competitiveness.