Impressive progress is being recorded at the International Multi-Purpose Cricket Stadium under construction in Victoria Falls, as Zimbabwe steps up preparations to host matches during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.
The state-of-the-art facility is one of the country’s flagship sports infrastructure projects and is expected to play a key role when Zimbabwe co-hosts the global cricket showcase in 2027.
Tourism and Hospitality Industry secretary Takaruza Munyanyiwa toured the construction site last week and expressed satisfaction with the pace of work, describing the development as a strategic investment in sports tourism.
“This stadium is not just about cricket. It strengthens Zimbabwe’s destination competitiveness by enhancing our capacity to attract high-value international events,” Munyanyiwa said.
“It will also stimulate domestic tourism and broaden the country’s sports tourism portfolio.”
Designed to international standards, the multi-purpose venue is expected to meet global cricket requirements while also accommodating other sporting and entertainment events. Officials say the facility will significantly boost Victoria Falls’ ability to host major international fixtures beyond the World Cup. Beyond the boundary ropes, the stadium is projected to deliver strong economic spin-offs.
Increased tourist arrivals, higher hotel occupancy rates and investment in complementary infrastructure are anticipated as the city positions itself as a premier sports and leisure destination. Victoria Falls, already renowned for the iconic waterfall and adventure tourism, is expected to gain further global visibility through international broadcast exposure during the tournament.
The project aligns with the government's Vision 2030 agenda, which seeks to transform Zimbabwe into an upper-middle-income economy, with tourism and infrastructure development identified as key growth pillars.
With construction steadily advancing, stakeholders remain confident that the Victoria Falls venue will be ready to welcome the world in 2027, marking a significant milestone for Zimbabwean cricket and the broader sports tourism sector.