Who is ZBIF for?
Six ways to take part, whether you bring a challenge, a solution, capital, or a stage presence.
Build and pitch solutions
Startups, universities and SMEs building solutions. Register your capabilities, get matched to real industry challenges, and pitch at the forum.
Register as an innovatorSubmit a challenge
Businesses, NGOs and public bodies with an operational problem worth solving. Submit a challenge and reach vetted local innovators.
Register your organisationFund and procure
VCs, DFIs and procurement teams. Browse solutions matched to what you fund or buy, and meet teams in private Deal Rooms.
See how Deal Rooms workBack the movement
Back the forum, the Deal Rooms or the innovation showcase, and get your brand in front of Zimbabwe's industry and innovation ecosystem.
Partnership optionsAttend the forum
Executives, students, media and government. Attend pitches, exhibitions and the university showcase in Bulawayo.
Forum 2026 detailsShape the programme
Industry experts supporting solution development, and the voices shaping the programme on stage.
Meet the speakers