Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in southern Africa. In this article, you get info about Zimbabwe’s capital, Zimbabwe’s news, Zimbabwe’s flag, Zimbabwe’s president, Zimbabwe’s population, etc

Latest Info of Zimbabwe

Point Information
Country Name Republic of Zimbabwe
Short Name Zimbabwe
Capital Harare
Largest city Harare
Official languages Chewa, Chibarwe, English, Kalanga, Koisan, Nambya, Ndau,

Ndebele, Shangani, Shona,

Sign Language, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa

National Languages Shona
Religion 84.1% Christianity —69.2% Protestantism —14.9% Other Christian, 10.2% No religion, 4.5% Traditional faiths, 1.2% Others
Demonym(s) Zimbabwean
Zimbo (colloquial)
Government The unitary dominant-party presidential constitutional republic
President
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa

Emmerson Mnangagwa

Vice President
Zimbabwe Vice President Constantino Chiwenga

Constantino Chiwenga

House Speaker
Zimbabwe Speaker Jacob Mudenda

Jacob Mudenda

Chief Justice
Zimbabwe Chief Justice Luke Malaba

Luke Malaba

Total Area 390,757 km2 (150,872 sq mi)
Water (%) 1
Total Land Area (%) 386,849 km2
Population 14,215,809 (2019 estimate)
GDP (PPP) $41.031 billion (2019 estimate)
GDP (Nominal) $22.290 billion (2019 estimate)
Currency
Zimbabwean dollar

Zimbabwean dollar

Time zone UTC+2 (CAT)
Date Format dd/mm/yyyy
Mains Electricity 220 V – 50 Hz
Driving side Left
Calling code +263
ISO 3166 code ZW
Internet TLD .zw
Political Parties
  1. Central Africa Party
  2. Centre Party
  3. Confederate Party
  4. Dominion Party
Independence Day 11 November 1965
Tallest Building
New Reserve Bank Tower

1. New Reserve Bank Tower

NRZ Headquarters

2. NRZ Headquarters

Joina City

3. Joina City

Karigamombe Centre

4. Karigamombe Centre

Richest Persons
Strive Masiyiwa

1. Strive Masiyiwa

John Arnold Bredenkamp

2. John Arnold Bredenkamp

Nicholas Van Hoogstraten

3. Nicholas Van Hoogstraten

Billy Rautenbach

4. Billy Rautenbach

Top Website Herald.co.zw
Google.co.zwVacancymail.co.zw
Zimeye.net
Flag

Zimbabwe flag

Map

 


🇿🇼 Zimbabwe – Country Profile, Codes, Capital, Flag, Leaders & More (2025)

Zimbabwe, a landlocked country in Southern Africa, is renowned for its historical landmarks, resilient people, natural beauty, and complex modern challenges. It boasts one of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls — Victoria Falls, and is home to the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that gave the country its name.

This in-depth article offers everything you need to know about Zimbabwe — from its country codes, capital, population, and flag, to its history, geography, economy, leadership, language, education, and more.

🗺️ Geography and Location

Zimbabwe is bordered by:

  • South Africa to the south,
  • Botswana to the west,
  • Zambia to the northwest (across the Zambezi River),
  • Mozambique to the east.

Its landscape includes:

  • High plateaus and mountains (Eastern Highlands),
  • National parks like Hwange and Mana Pools,
  • The Zambezi and Limpopo rivers,
  • Vast savannas and fertile valleys.

🏛️ A Brief History

  • Pre-colonial Era: Zimbabwe was home to the powerful Kingdom of Zimbabwe (11th–15th century), known for its stone cities and trade in gold and ivory.
  • Colonial Period: Colonized by the British as Southern Rhodesia in the 1890s.
  • Independence: Gained independence on April 18, 1980, becoming the Republic of Zimbabwe.
  • Post-Independence Era: Led for decades by Robert Mugabe; now under President Emmerson Mnangagwa.

🇿🇼 Flag and National Symbols

  • Flag Colors: Green (land), yellow (minerals), red (bloodshed), black (heritage), white triangle (peace), red star (revolution), Zimbabwe Bird (national symbol).
  • National Bird: Zimbabwe Bird, derived from soapstone sculptures found in Great Zimbabwe.
  • Motto: Unity, Freedom, Work

☎️ Zimbabwe Country Codes

Code Type Code
Dialing Code +263
ISO Alpha-2 ZW
ISO Alpha-3 ZWE
ISO Numeric Code 716
Internet TLD .zw

🌍 Languages and Ethnic Groups

  • Official Language: English
  • Major Native Languages: Shona (~70%), Ndebele (~20%)
  • Others: Chewa, Venda, Tonga, Kalanga, Tswana, Sotho, Sign Language
  • Ethnic Groups: Shona, Ndebele, White Zimbabweans, South Asians

💰 Economy and Industries

Zimbabwe’s economy has gone through major transformations and challenges due to political instability, hyperinflation, and land reform issues. Key sectors include:

🔹 Agriculture

  • Major crops: Tobacco, maize, cotton, sugarcane
  • Cattle and poultry are also important

🔹 Mining

  • Key minerals: Gold, platinum, diamonds, chrome
  • Mining is a major contributor to exports and GDP

🔹 Tourism

  • Victoria Falls is a top destination
  • Wildlife reserves attract global tourists
  • Adventure sports like bungee jumping and white-water rafting are popular

🔹 Currency Situation

  • Zimbabwe Dollar (ZWL) is the official currency
  • US Dollar (USD), South African Rand (ZAR), and other foreign currencies are widely used

🧠 Education System

Zimbabwe has one of Africa’s highest literacy rates (~89%):

  • Primary and Secondary Education is compulsory
  • Top Universities:
    • University of Zimbabwe (Harare)
    • Midlands State University
    • National University of Science and Technology
  • Vocational and Teacher Training are emphasized in rural areas

🚧 Infrastructure & Development

  • Roads: Connecting major cities, though rural roads need improvement
  • Airports: Harare International (RG Mugabe Airport), Victoria Falls, Bulawayo
  • Telecommunications: Mobile penetration is high with providers like Econet and NetOne

🏙️ Major Cities

City Description
Harare Capital and commercial hub
Bulawayo Historic city and industrial center
Mutare Eastern city near Mozambique border
Gweru Central Zimbabwe
Masvingo Gateway to the Great Zimbabwe ruins

🛬 Tourism in Zimbabwe

Top attractions:

  • Victoria Falls – One of the Seven Natural Wonders
  • Hwange National Park – Home to elephants, lions, leopards
  • Matobo Hills – Rock formations, historic cave paintings
  • Lake Kariba – World’s largest man-made reservoir
  • Great Zimbabwe – Ancient stone ruins from a 13th-century kingdom

📅 National Holidays

Date Holiday Name
April 18 Independence Day
August (2nd Monday) Heroes Day
August (2nd Tuesday) Defence Forces Day
December 22 Unity Day
December 25 Christmas Day

🌐 Zimbabwe on the Internet


🧾 Useful Government Codes and Identifiers

Code Use
ZW ISO country code
+263 Calling code
.zw Internet domain
ZWL Currency code
716 Numeric ISO code
FIPS Code ZI
UN M49 Code 716

📚 Additional Facts

  • Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls is shared with Zambia and locally called “Mosi-oa-Tunya” — “The Smoke That Thunders.”
  • The Zimbabwe Bird appears on the national flag and currency, symbolizing a connection to ancient civilization.
  • Zimbabwe was formerly called Southern Rhodesia during British rule.

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