The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Zimbabwe’s aviation sector as a key driver of economic development, with more investment earmarked for airport infrastructure, air connectivity and airline partnerships. Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona said this in a speech read on his behalf by the director of finance in the ministry, Mr Xavier Chisoko, at the 10th anniversary celebrations of Fastjet Zimbabwe in Harare on Thursday. “It gives me great pleasure and honour to deliver this address as we celebrate Fastjet Zimbabwe’s momentous achievement of 10 years flying in Zimbabwe.
“This is indeed the testament of what hard work, determination and resilience can deliver for all of us,” the minister said. He said the Government recognised aviation as a vital enabler of economic development, trade and tourism, and has therefore prioritised investment in airport expansion and modernisation. “Based on the realisation that aviation is the catalyst for the development of our economy, we are here to celebrate Fastjet Zimbabwe on this occasion,” he said.
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