THE 27th edition of the mining, engineering and transport exhibition, Mine Entra, originally scheduled for July 17 to 19 this year in Bulawayo, has been postponed to a date yet to be confirmed, NewsDay Weekender has learnt.
The announcement was made by Zimbabwe International Trade Fair Company board chairperson Busisa Moyo in a statement.
He said the decision was made to put more focus on the upcoming Sadc Industrialisation Week.
“We wish to inform exhibitors, visitors, buyers, delegates and all other stakeholders that the 27th edition of the mining, engineering and transport exhibition, Mine Entra, originally scheduled for July 17-19, 2024, in Bulawayo, has been postponed to a date yet to be confirmed. Consultations regarding suitable dates are underway at the highest level of government and business leadership,” Moyo said.
“This is to ensure the standard of the show and depth of interactions, discussions and interventions meet the highest standard possible. The decision to reschedule Mine Entra was made to avoid any potential conflicts with the upcoming Sadc Industrialisation Week, a major regional event, which is being hosted in Zimbabwe scheduled for July 28 to August 2 in Harare.”
According to Moyo, the Sadc Industrialisation Week is expected to attract significant attention from industry leaders, government officials and investors throughout the region.
“Holding Mine Entra during the same timeframe could potentially result in divided attendance and detract from the impact of each event.
“Postponing Mine Entra will ensure that both events receive the focused participation they deserve, maximising the opportunities for attendees and exhibitors.”
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This approach will allow participants to fully engage with each event without scheduling conflicts, Moyo said.
The rescheduled Mine Entra exhibition will retain the theme Unearthing Success: The Mining Value Chains, Innovation and Industrialisation Nexus.
“The event will bring together local and international industry leaders, investors and stakeholders to explore advancements and opportunities within the mining sector.”
