A Bindura University of Science Education (BUSE) final year Peace and Governance student, Tadiwanashe Marengo won US$1000 yesterday.
Marengo together with many other youths from across the province participated in the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority’s 2023 Innovation Challenge that called for youths to come up with innovations that could improve the tourism sector in general. A combined $1 800 dollars was at stake in the challenge with the top innovator getting a thousand dollars and first runner up USD500. The second runner-up got US300.
The challenge seeks to provide a platform for individuals under the age of 30 to contribute to the tourism industry by presenting innovative ideas and projects aimed at ensuring the sustainability of the tourism sector in line with the destination’s vision of being a must-visit and leader in sustainable tourism in Africa by 2030.
The Tourism Innovation Challenge 2023 was running under the theme “Harnessing Innovation for Sustainability”, which is centred on sustainable tourism. About 148 projects were submitted countrywide with most projects centring on the preservation of natural and cultural heritage, attraction of sustainable tourists, bringing economic benefits to local communities, and effectively managing the destination.
Additionally, other projects demonstrated innovative approaches to reducing the carbon footprint of the tourism industry, supporting local businesses, and promoting responsible and sustainable tourism practices.
The prize-giving ceremony was held at Twin Lodges in Bindura on Friday.
The provincial winners will now undergo a six-month – incubation and mentorship program to commercialize their ideas.
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