"For a long time, Zimbabwe and Zambia fought over control and ownership of Victoria Falls. But I contacted Zambia's Minister of Environment and Tourism and we agreed to share them and market them together," said Zimbabwe's Minister of Tourism and Hospitality, Barbara Rwodzi, at a press conference in Harare.
"This is also happening on the Brazil-Argentina border. They are working and sharing the Iguazu Falls and the rainforest for the benefit of both countries. That is the example we are following," he added.
Rwodzi said that the agreement will put an end to the disputes with Zambia on this issue and already has the support of the World Bank, "which is ready to sponsor any project by the two countries in this regard".
Tourism is Zimbabwe's third largest source of income, after mining and agriculture, and is expected to generate around five billion dollars (4.62 billion euros) by 2025.
