# Sanganai/Hlanganani Tourism Expo in Zimbabwe > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sanganaihlanganani-tourism-expo-in-zimbabwe > Updated: 2026-09-05T07:08:11.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Zimbabwe hosted the 19th Sanganai/Hlanganani/Dzimbahwe Tourism Expo in Masvingo from September 9 to 12, 2026. Aligned with the UN Tourism theme of ‘Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism,’ the event saw a significant increase in participation, with 392 exhibitors and 133 confirmed international buyers. During the expo, Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Barbara Rwodzi emphasized tourism as a driver for economic transformation and inclusive growth. The influx of nearly 140 international buyers from nations such as Russia, Australia, and Pakistan highlighted a critical shortage of local accommodation, leading the Minister to call for increased investment in hotels and lodges. To support long-term growth and diversify tourism beyond traditional hubs, the government is working to align the sector with the national Vision 2030 goal by organizing it into 13 sub-clusters. Additionally, officials introduced plans for an annual September sports tourism carnival in Masvingo to encourage year-round travel and regional spending. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-05: Masvingo tourism expo highlights hotel shortages and growth Nearly 140 international buyers arrived in Masvingo for the Sanganai/Hlanganani Tourism Expo, highlighting a local hotel shortage and driving plans for an annual sports tourism carnival. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/masvingo-tourism-expo-highlights-hotel-shortages-and-growth ### 2026-09-02: Zimbabwe prepares to host 19th Sanganai/Hlanganani Tourism Expo in Masvingo Zimbabwe will host the 19th Sanganai/Hlanganani Tourism Expo in Masvingo this September, featuring 392 exhibitors and 133 international buyers to drive economic growth and digital innovation. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zimbabwe-prepares-to-host-19th-sanganaihlanganani-tourism-expo-in-masvingo --- Cite as: Sanganai/Hlanganani Tourism Expo in Zimbabwe. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sanganaihlanganani-tourism-expo-in-zimbabwe