Zimbabwe and Zambia will create a joint agro-industrial facility to boost manufacturing output and food supplies under a bilateral development program. Officials from both governments finalized the Common Agro-Industrial Park plan at talks in Livingstone that ran from Monday through Tuesday.
The project advances the Common African Agro-Parks Programme aligned with continental development goals through 2063. Zambian permanent secretary Crusivia Hichikumba pledged staff and facilities, while Zimbabwe's Thomas Utete Wushe confirmed government backing for the African Union flagship initiative.
Delegates addressed funding strategies and location selection for the industrial site. Representatives from COMESA member states and development banks attended sessions organized by the regional trade bloc.
The facility aims to expand cross-border commerce and reduce poverty through new employment opportunities. Both nations committed resources to implement the shared economic program that strengthens regional cooperation.
The project advances the Common African Agro-Parks Programme aligned with continental development goals through 2063. Zambian permanent secretary Crusivia Hichikumba pledged staff and facilities, while Zimbabwe's Thomas Utete Wushe confirmed government backing for the African Union flagship initiative.
Delegates addressed funding strategies and location selection for the industrial site. Representatives from COMESA member states and development banks attended sessions organized by the regional trade bloc.
The facility aims to expand cross-border commerce and reduce poverty through new employment opportunities. Both nations committed resources to implement the shared economic program that strengthens regional cooperation.
