Live Data
Capital
Harare
Population
16.7 million (2024 est.)
Area
390,757 km²
Languages
English, Shona, Ndebele
Currency
Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG)
Timezone
Central Africa Time (UTC+2)
Regions
Harare and the North
Zimbabwe's capital Harare is a clean, modern city with tree-lined boulevards, botanical gardens, a vibrant art scene (particularly stone sculpture), and the National Gallery. The northern region includes Chinhoyi Caves with their mysterious blue underground pool, and Lake Kariba's southern shore with houseboat tourism. Explore on the Pulse map.
Victoria Falls and the West
Victoria Falls is Zimbabwe's premier tourism destination and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The town offers adventure activities, luxury lodges, and direct access to the falls. Hwange National Park — Zimbabwe's largest at over 14,600 km² — supports one of Africa's largest elephant populations and excellent predator viewing. Explore on the Pulse map.
Eastern Highlands
A mountainous region along the Mozambican border, featuring the Vumba Mountains (Bvumba), Nyanga National Park (home to Mount Nyangani, Zimbabwe's highest peak at 2,592 metres), and the Honde Valley. The cool climate, misty forests, tea plantations, and botanical gardens make this a unique scenic destination. View on the Pulse map.
Bulawayo and the South
Bulawayo is Zimbabwe's second-largest city, known as the 'City of Kings' and a centre of Ndebele culture. The region includes Matobo Hills (a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient rock art and the world's densest population of black and white rhinos) and Great Zimbabwe National Monument — the ruins of the medieval Shona city that gave Zimbabwe its name. Explore on the Pulse map.
The Lowveld and Southeast
The southeastern Lowveld features Gonarezhou National Park — part of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park linking Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Mozambique. The Save Valley Conservancy supports important black rhino populations. The area is hot and dry but supports remarkable wildlife densities. Explore the region on the Pulse map.
🏗️Infrastructure
Zimbabwe's infrastructure was once among the best in Africa but has deteriorated. Road networks connect major cities but maintenance has been uneven. The Kariba Dam provides major hydroelectric capacity. Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport in Harare and Victoria Falls International Airport are the main international gateways. Rail services are limited. Water supply and power infrastructure face challenges in some areas. For a geographic overview, explore the Pulse map.
🏥Healthcare
Zimbabwe's healthcare system includes public hospitals and a significant private sector. Major public hospitals include Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals in Harare and Mpilo Central Hospital in Bulawayo. Private hospitals including Avenues Clinic and West End Hospital in Harare provide better care. For serious conditions, medical evacuation to Johannesburg is typically required. Travel health insurance with evacuation coverage is essential. Consult the Ministry of Health Zimbabwe and the WHO country health profiles and WHO Regional Office for Africa resource for current health advisories.
🚌Transportation
Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (Harare) and Victoria Falls International Airport are the main international gateways, with connections to Johannesburg, Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Dubai, and other hubs. Domestic flights serve Victoria Falls, Bulawayo, and Kariba. Road connections to South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, and Mozambique exist. The Victoria Falls Bridge connects Zimbabwe to Zambia over the Zambezi. For a geographic view of the transport network, explore the Pulse map.