ZIMBABWE is turning to France for technical support and strategic partnership, signalling a fresh chapter in the two nations’ cooperation on technology and innovation.
ICT, Postal and Courier Services minister, Tatenda Mavetera, met with French Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Paul-Bertrand Barets, to deepen collaboration on emerging technologies, infrastructure development, and global digital governance.
Deputy ICT minister Dingumuzi Phuti also attended the meeting held in the capital on Wednesday.
“Our engagement with France reflects the importance of international cooperation in accelerating innovation, empowering startups, and expanding access to technology,” Mavetera said.
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The French government has already been supporting local digital initiatives, including programmes that provide tech resources to communities in Epworth and assist ICT startups.
“France values its partnership with Zimbabwe and recognises the transformative role of technology in sustainable development,” Ambassador Barets said.
Mavetera presented copies of Zimbabwe’s Artificial Intelligence Readiness Assessment Methodology (AI RAM) Report and the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy to the French delegation, highlighting Harare’s focus on harnessing AI for development.
Officials described the engagement as part of Zimbabwe’s foreign policy of being “a friend to all, an enemy to none,” with ICT cooperation now a key pillar for economic growth and community empowerment.
The partnership is expected to unlock new opportunities for investment, skills transfer, and digital inclusion.
