Location: Zimbabwe Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. Out of an abundance of caution, U.S. Embassy personnel are instructed to be aware that extremists increasingly aim to identify and attack “soft” targets, such as: high-profile public events (sporting …
Read More» U.S. Embassy to Zimbabwe Security Alert December 17, 2019 Event: Holidays in Zimbabwe provide increased risk for criminal activity. There is a heightened risk of armed robbery, assault, and kidnapping. Travelers to Zimbabwe are perceived to have gifts or large amounts of cash. Actions to Take: Exercise additional vigilance throughout the holiday season and at …
Read More» Location: Protests planned countrywide. Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to the following in Harare: U.S. Embassy Harare Central Business District (CBD) Robert Mugabe Square National Sports Stadium Event: A potentially large march sponsored by the Government of Zimbabwe is expected to take place on Friday, October 25, 2019 in observance of Anti-Sanctions …
Read More» August 15, 2019 Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following neighborhood in Harare, Zimbabwe: Harare Central Business District (CBD) Event: A potentially large MDC-Alliance demonstration and march is expected to take place on Friday, August 16 from 10:00am to 14:30pm starting at Africa Unity Square. The route is anticipated to …
Read More» Location: Across Zimbabwe Event: On May 16, 2019, an American was accosted by a small group of local national men in an attempted crime of opportunity when the American driver stopped at the intersection of Northwood Rise and Moorgate Road, in Mount Pleasant, Harare. There were no signs of weapons and the only attempt to …
Read More» Location: Zimbabwe, country-wide Event: Country wide protests, military checkpoints, disruption of internet and social media sites Many grocery stores, schools, fuel stations, and local businesses re-opened on January 17. The government restored internet service on January 17, but turned it off as of January 18 with no date given for its restoration. Hospitals remain open …
Read More» Security Alert: Continued street blockades and military checkpoints, government disruption of internet, reports of abuse and violence across Zimbabwe by security agents and political party supporters. Location: Across Zimbabwe Event: In response to protests over fuel shortages and price hikes, police dispersed tear gas against protesters in Bulawayo, Harare, and Mutare on January 14. On …
Read More» January 15, 2019 Location: Across Zimbabwe Event: In response to protests over fuel shortages and price hikes, police dispersed tear gas against protesters in Bulawayo, Harare, and Mutare on January 14. On January 15, the Embassy received reports of clashes between security forces and residents in satellite neighborhoods in Harare and Bulawayo. The Zimbabwe Association …
Read More» Location: Harare, outlying areas of Harare, and Bulawayo Event: There have been widespread tensions, sometimes including violent protests, countrywide — including in Harare’s Central Business District, Epworth, Chitungwiza, and downtown Bulawayo. The Embassy recommends that you exercise caution in these areas and monitor local media for updates. Additionally, there are reports of fights breaking out …
Read More» Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Harare, Zimbabwe (January 14, 2019) Location: Harare, outlying areas of Harare, and Bulawayo Event: There have been widespread tensions, sometimes including violent protests, countrywide — including in Harare’s Central Business District, Epworth, Chitungwiza, and downtown Bulawayo. The Embassy recommends that you exercise caution in these areas and monitor local media for …
Read More» Location: Harare Commercial Business District Event: The Embassy has confirmed a potentially large MDC-Alliance demonstration and march scheduled from 10:00 to 14:30 tomorrow morning (Thursday, November 29th) starting at Africa Unity Square. The route is anticipated to proceed as follows: Begin at Africa Unity Square Proceed west along Jason Moyo Avenue Turn right on to …
Read More» Location: Zimbabwe country-wide & Harare Commercial Business District Event: Zimbabwe is experiencing civil unrest, violence, and heightened political tension following the general elections held on July 30, 2018. The security situation remains volatile. On August 22, the Constitutional Court will begin hearing the election challenge filed by Movement for Democratic Change (MDC). As a result, …
Read More» Location: Zimbabwe Event: Due to civil unrest, violence, and heightened political tension following the general elections held on July 30, 2018, the U.S. Embassy advises American citizens to exercise increased caution. Although American Citizens and foreigners have not been specifically targeted in acts of violence, the security situation remains volatile. We have received credible reports of numerous …
Read More» Location: Harare, Zimbabwe Event: Due to reports of multiple demonstrations and gun shots in the Central Business District, the U.S. Embassy encourages American Citizens to avoid the Central Business District (in general the area bounded by Samora Machel Avenue on the north, Fourth Street on the east, Rotten Row on the west, and Lytton Road/ Chinhoyi Street …
Read More» Please be advised that, as a result of the bombing incident at a political rally in Bulawayo on Saturday, June 23rd, American Citizens are advised to avoid public events that will be attended by senior-level Government of Zimbabwe officials and other high-profile political leaders during the election season. For further information: · See the State …
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