Bulawayo Vendors and Traders Association

11/02/2026

Happening NOW!!!!
In collaboration with our partners, Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Zimbabwe and Bulawayo Progressive Residents Association , we are hosting a City-Wide Stakeholder Decongestion Consultative Meeting for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in The City of Bulawayo. This meeting is tackling challenges MSMEs face in accessing suitable markets and decent workspaces, a major problem to and . With many traders flocking to the city, CBD space has become limited and scarce. The meeting is therefore assessing current workspace availability, identifying potential suburban areas for utilization, and discussing issues such as human rights violations, waste management, and night vending.

We need to work together and give more platforms like this one to and to ensure all are on the same page and each others' concerns are equally addressed. Let us know your views on this!

11/02/2026

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - Water Harvesting Training: Youth Green Transition Project Phase 2

Are you a young entrepreneur in The City of Bulawayo looking to develop efficient water management and water harvesting systems for your business production? Look no further, we have the solution for you!!!

Hivos Regional Office Southern Africa in partnership with its local partner, Bulawayo Vendors and Traders Association is implementing the Youth-led Green Transition through Urban Agri-business growth project in . Funded by Embassy of the Netherlands in Zimbabwe the project seeks to "Empower Urban Youths with the Skills and Knowledge to Harness the Economic and Health Dividends of the Green Transition ". See pictures for more details!

To apply, please visit https://forms.gle/g28tL5N6v4yr33PP8 or come to our office 406, 4th floor Fidelity Building, corner 11th Ave and Fife St, Bulawayo. For any enquiries, you can email: exportreadinesstraining@gmail.com

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

We are proud to be part of bringing together and the citizens of The City of Bulawayo. Leaning on our mantra "Ilizwe lakhiwa ngabanikazi balo" (Ndebele) or "Nyika inovakwa nevene vayo" (Shona), meaning "The country is built by its owners," we keep encouraging such dialogues which collectively reflect on the progress made so far in shaping the 2026 budget. It allows stakeholders to celebrate the gains achieved through community participation and to deepen understanding of the choices and priorities adopted by The City of Bulawayo.

Zimbabwe Revenue Authority - ZIMRA is here to ensure citizens hear directly from the tax authority on benefits of registering for taxation, legislative requirements, and how one goes about the process of registering.


Michael Mdladla Ndiweni
Nobubelo Mkwebu
Debrah Mukasa
Mthae Mthizoe KB Bhebe
Bakani Thobela Ncube

29/01/2026

PRESS STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

28 January 2026

BVTO Mourns Fallen Vendors and Calls for Urgent Action on Safe and Decent Trading Spaces

The Bulawayo Vendors and Traders Organization (BVTO) has learnt with profound shock and sadness of the tragic loss of two informal traders and the injury of (17) seventeen others following an incident in which a commuter omnibus reportedly suffered brake failure and crashed into vendors at the intersection of 6th Avenue and Lobengula Street in Bulawayo.

BVTO conveys its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and loved ones during this painful time. We also wish those who sustained injuries a speedy and full recovery.

This heartbreaking incident once again exposes the extreme vulnerability faced daily by informal economy workers who earn their livelihoods in unsafe, unplanned, and congested public spaces.

While we acknowledge that road traffic accidents are sometimes inevitable due to multiple contributing factors, the continued absence of safe, decent, and properly designated trading spaces significantly increases the risk to lives and livelihoods.

In this regard, BVTO urgently calls for completion of market hubs such as the long awaited Egodini Mall, city-wide decongestion dialogue and decisive action, involving the City of Bulawayo, central government, transport authorities, traders’ representatives, and other relevant stakeholders.

Proactive planning, enforcement that is humane and consultative, and the provision of alternative trading spaces can meaningfully reduce the likelihood and severity of such tragic incidents.

We further call upon all stakeholders—government, private sector, civil society, and the public at large—to come together in solidarity and provide support to the affected families. Those who lost their lives and those injured were breadwinners, working honestly to sustain their households when tragedy struck.

As BVTO, we pledge our full commitment to work with all partners willing to offer any form of support—material, financial, psychosocial, or otherwise—to the affected families. We also reaffirm our readiness to engage constructively with authorities and stakeholders in finding lasting, humane, and sustainable solutions that safeguard both livelihoods and human life.

Let this tragedy be a turning point—one that compels us to move beyond condolences to concrete action.

Issued by:
Bulawayo Vendors and Traders Organization (BVTO)
Cell: +263713635908 +263 773268187

11/12/2025

Today we visited two hardworking community groups: PROPA in Emakhandeni and Olesipho Deals in Nkulumane. The purpose of the visit was to check in on their progress, understand the challenges they are facing, and explore opportunities, improvements, and potential threats in their operations.

PROPA continues to manufacture rich, healthy, locally made peanut butter that has become a favourite in many households.
Olesipho Deals is producing delicious dairy juices and smooth baobab coffee, adding vibrant flavour and creativity to local markets.

Despite the obstacles that come with running small enterprises, both groups continue to push forward with determination and a clear sense of purpose.

If you’d like to support their work or order their products, kindly contact BVTO at +263 77 325 1321

Let’s continue uplifting community businesses and strengthening local livelihoods. 🌱✨

25/11/2025

BVTO’s Executive Committee recently held a strategic review meeting to reflect on the journey through 2025. The team took time to celebrate key achievements, assess lessons learnt, and engage in meaningful feed forward planning.

This session marked an important step in strengthening our work, deepening accountability, and shaping a focused path forward. Here's to continued growth and impact! 💼✨

12/11/2025

We’re live from Stanley Hall in Makokoba for the TVET Graduation Ceremony of the Solar Installation and House Wiring course! 🎓

Today marks a powerful milestone as young people graduate with practical, future-forward skills that support clean energy and self-reliance in Zimbabwe’s evolving economy.

We’re honoured to be joined by esteemed guests and partners who made this journey possible — with speakers from Bulawayo City Council, Plan International, the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, BVTO, and Guest of Honour, The Mayor, sharing insights on the course’s impact and vision.

This moment is a celebration of growth, empowerment, and the potential of technical training to unlock sustainable livelihoods. 🌱💡

12/11/2025

Fly high, Madade 🕊

22/10/2025

22/10/2025

Today's launch of the National Youth Empowerment Strategy at the National Youth Empowerment Symposium marks a significant milestone for Zimbabwe's youth! The theme 'Empower the youths, secure the future' highlights the crucial role young people play in shaping the country's future. Thanks to the Safe and Inclusive Cities project, supported by Plan International Zimbabwe for driving youth empowerment efforts and recognizing the progress made so far. Here's to continued momentum and impactful youth-led development! 🇿🇼 Michael Mdladla Ndiweni Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Hivos Regional Office Southern Africa The City of Bulawayo Elevate Trust Zizo Motion Pictures

10/10/2025

The is happening now at NUST,Bulawayo under the theme ' cities - building a '. Our from the Plan International Zimbabwe supported Safe and Inclusive Cities and Hivos Regional Office Southern Africa supported programs are participating through presentation of their green innovations.

Thank you to our partners who have generously supported this event, facilitated through Elevate Trust. Various high schools from The City of Bulawayo are in attendance and showcasing their various innovations to green up the city and grow themselves into leading of tomorrow.