The Zimbabwe Small Business Forum (ZSBF) brings together micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from all sectors of the economy. It incorporates other business associations, trade associations and small business chambers of commerce groups from within Zimbabwe. The Forum aims to:
Provide a collective and strong voice for all small businesses in the country on a range of business issues, suc
h as government support, access to loans, government tenders, MSMEs constraints and other pertinent business issues. Raise the profile of (MSMEs) so as to be recognised as key economic actors by both policy makers and development agencies
Help to build and strengthen the capacities of MSMEs to meet the expectations of local and regional customers so as facilitate the participation of these entities in local supply chains and other lucrative business opportunities
Encourage joint procurement opportunities among ZSBF members so as to produce cost savings and a greater approach to service and product provision
To create a saving culture among ZSBF members in order to create a support fund for the membership of the Forum. To promote business to business participation among Forum members which create a ready market for Forum members’ products and services. Create business opportunities through business and networking events
Support the particular needs of ZSBF members through shared training and skill provision and knowledge transfer
Work in partnership in the collection and sharing of data within the forum and ensure that there are active lines of communication between all members of the Business Forum
