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As part of a broader effort to transform its operations, Air Zimbabwe has announced the sale of two Boeing 777-200ER aircraft. This decision is central to the airline’s ambitious turnaround strategy, which aims to modernise its fleet, generate working capital, and enhance its operational competitiveness on both domestic and regional routes.
The two long-haul jets, which are currently grounded at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport in Harare, have been officially listed for sale in the latest edition of the Government Gazette. Air Zimbabwe is inviting bids from qualified and reputable international buyers, with the sale to be facilitated through the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PRAZ) e-Government Procurement platform. Interested parties must submit their offers before the tender deadline of July 25, 2025. The aircraft will be sold in their current condition, “as is.”
According to Air Zimbabwe CEO Edmund Makona, the sale of these aircraft is a strategic decision that supports the airline’s four-pillared recovery framework. This framework focuses on strengthening corporate governance, improving air transport services, investing in human capital development, and revitalising engineering and maintenance functions.
“A successful strategy must prioritise growth, and for us, that means expanding our route network,” Makona explained. “The disposal of these two aircraft will not only generate critical funds but also accelerate our efforts to modernise the fleet in line with Zimbabwe’s National Development Strategy.”
Air Zimbabwe has already made significant progress in revitalising its operations. It has resumed most of its regional routes and increased the frequency of flights to meet rising customer demand. In addition to these service enhancements, the airline is investing heavily in skills development. Its technical training school, which was closed in 2017, has now been reopened and is actively offering recurrent training for engineers and pilots. Moreover, the commercial training school is also being revived and will soon offer International Air Transport Association (IATA) ticketing courses domestically.
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By offloading the Boeing 777s, the airline intends to sharpen its focus on routes and aircraft types that are more aligned with its current strategic and operational goals. This decisive move reflects Air Zimbabwe’s commitment to streamlining its operations, modernising its service delivery, and achieving long-term financial sustainability in a challenging global aviation market.
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