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Staying safe

• •Generally, Zimbabwe has a much lower crime rate than its neighbors, and Zimbabweans are well known for their unrivaled hospitality.
• •Most crime that does occur is opportunistic in nature and travelers should take care with their personal belongings and follow local advice.
• •Shortages of fuel and water can occur in parts of the country, so keep extra supplies with you in case they are unavailable for an extended period.
• •Whilst many locals will politely inquire about you and your country, remember, most Zimbabweans are still sensitive to foreigners' opinions of their country and its politicians, mostly due to years of negative press.
• •Police: Policing in Zimbabwe has improved markedly since the Mugabe era.
• •With local exceptions, such as airports, and national events, such as Independence Day parades, the vast majority of police officers in Zimbabwe do not carry firearms, and the only police of…

Staying healthy

• •Do your research about what is available. Take all medications that you need along with you. There are a number of private hospitals in the major cities that are very accessible.
• •HIV/AIDS infection rate in Zimbabwe is the 6th highest in the world at around 9% of adults infected.
• •Malaria is prevalent in lower regions of the country in the summertime, so unless you are going to stay entirely within Harare, Bulawayo or highland regions, anti-malarial drugs are advised.
• •Bilharzia is present in some lakes. Ask locally before swimming.
• •Snakes are common in the bush, and most bites are on the foot or lower leg.
• •Tap water, as a source of potable water, in general, should be boiled prior to consumption. Bottled water is also available.