PREPARATIONS are well underway for Zimbabwe to host the 15th Conference of Parties (COP15) to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, with over 1 000 delegates from 176 countries already having confirmed their attendance at this significant global event.
The latest update was shared during an inter-ministerial preparatory meeting held in Victoria Falls on Thursday, where senior Government officials expressed full confidence in the country’s readiness to stage the high-level environmental summit.
From July 23 to 31, 2025, the world’s attention will turn to the iconic Victoria Falls, set to host critical discussions focused on safeguarding wetlands and advancing the global conservation agenda.
This landmark event marks Zimbabwe’s debut as host of the Ramsar COP, and only the second time this prestigious gathering will be held on African soil, following Uganda’s hosting of COP9 in 2005.
The high-level meeting, attended by key ministries and parastatals involved in co-ordinating the event, reviewed progress in logistics, funding, and marketing. Environment, Climate and Wildlife Minister Evelyn Ndlovu commended the ongoing preparations and assured the nation that Zimbabwe is ready to host a world-class conference.
Minister Ndlovu revealed that critical funding for the event has already been disbursed by the Treasury. She also praised the collaborative efforts of various ministries, highlighting their effective co-ordination in ensuring the country is well-prepared to host the upcoming conference.
