About FIDI Zim

Welcome to FIDI Zim

The Furniture Industry Development Initiative of Zimbabwe (FIDI Zim) is a national industry body established to drive the growth, competitiveness, and sustainability of Zimbabwe’s furniture sector. The organisation represents the entire furniture value chain, bringing together manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, designers, distributors, and other key industry stakeholders under one coordinated platform. Through collaboration and structured engagement, FIDI Zim seeks to promote innovation, professionalism, and long-term industry development.

FIDI Zim serves as a central platform for industry coordination, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. The organisation is committed to strengthening the capacity of local businesses, improving industry standards, and creating opportunities for growth across the sector. It works closely with Government, industry players, development agencies, and strategic partners to address industry challenges and promote policies that support local production and industrialisation.

By promoting collaboration across the value chain, FIDI Zim aims to contribute towards rebuilding Zimbabwe’s manufacturing capacity, supporting import substitution, increasing exports, and restoring pride in locally produced furniture products.

Why Join FIDI Zim?

Industry Representation

Your voice represented before Government and policymakers, ensuring your business interests are heard and protected.

Networking & Partnerships

Connect with industry leaders, strategic partners, and potential clients to unlock new business opportunities.

Business Growth

Access new markets, investment opportunities, business support, and initiatives designed to accelerate your growth.

Training & Development

Enhance your skills through workshops, capacity-building programmes, technical training, and industry knowledge sharing.

Advocacy & Influence

Help shape policies affecting the furniture industry while contributing to meaningful sector-wide reforms and development.

Industry Recognition & Credibility

Strengthen your reputation, build credibility, and demonstrate your commitment to industry excellence and professionalism.

Our Mission

To unite and empower industry players across the value chain by fostering innovation, professionalism, and collaboration, while actively supporting policy engagement and delivering value to stakeholders.

Our Vision

FIDI Zim envisions a thriving, competitive, and sustainable furniture industry in Zimbabwe that contributes meaningfully to economic growth and improved livelihoods.

Our Mandate

To be an industry body focused on advancing Zimbabwe’s furniture sector through policy advocacy, investment promotion, skills development, and strategic partnerships, while promoting sustainable industry growth and collaboration.

FURNITURE INDUSTRY REVITALISATION PROGRAMME (FIRP)

FIDI Zim is championing the Furniture Industry Revitalisation Programme (FIRP), a long-term initiative aimed at rebuilding Zimbabwe’s furniture manufacturing sector.

Key Targets by 2030

60% local market share
20,000 jobs supported and created
US$100 million import substitution
Increased furniture exports
Growth of SME participation
Development of Furniture Industrial Parks
Technology upgrading and modernization
Enhanced standards compliance

FIRP seeks to transform the furniture sector into a major contributor to Zimbabwe’s industrial development agenda.