Merry Christmas and happy 2013!
Merry Christmas, everybody!
A very Zimbabwean Christmas
For me, Christmas in Zimbabwe is a sun-filled, outdoor affair; huge tables adorned with bright fabrics resting in the dappled shade of gently swinging branches. It’s a joyful church service in the morning, followed by an enormous lunch, then a … Continued
Is it ethical to visit Zimbabwe?
(Last updated May 2017) Should I visit Zimbabwe? There has been much debate about the role of tourists in Zimbabwe’s politics. Some say that tourists should avoid Zimbabwe to make a statement against President Robert Mugabe and his party Zanu-PF. Boycotters say that … Continued
Health information for visitors to Zimbabwe
(Last updated August 2023) Health information for visitors to Zimbabwe There are a number of health considerations to take before visiting any country, and Zimbabwe is no different. However, it’s good to remember that in places such as Victoria … Continued
Is it safe in Zimbabwe?
(Last updated June 2024) A question that sometimes pops up in forums is: Is it safe in Zimbabwe? As someone who was born and raised in Zimbabwe, and now visits as often as possible, I’d like to reassure anyone asking … Continued
Weekend song # 6: Taps’ Change in my heart
When Tapiwa “Taps” Mugadza was just two days old, he was left on the doorstep of an orphanage in Harare, Zimbabwe. He spent his later childhood at St Joseph’s Home for Boys, living through the struggles of being an orphan in … Continued
Cindy Ross visits Hwange and Great Zimbabwe
Read about Cindy Ross’ latest trip to Zimbabwe in The Huffington Post article here. The travel writer visited Hwange and Great Zimbabwe. A good thing about her visit is that she wanted to learn about Zimbabwean people and their history … Continued
Petina Gappah and Alexandra Fuller at The Book Café
If I could make everyone in the world – whether white or black, Zimbabwean or non-Zimbabwean, scientist or artist – read two books about Zimbabwe, it would be Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight by Alexandra Fuller and An Elegy for Easterly by … Continued
New eateries in Harare and Bulawayo
Two new eateries have recently opened their doors to the public – one in Harare and one in Bulawayo. Sorella’s is a café and take-away pizzeria in Fisher Avenue, Rolf Valley, Harare. Pies and light dishes are available, as well … Continued
The Guardian investigates Zimbabwe’s tourism
Here’s an addition to the growing library of articles written by UK and US journalists about travel in Zimbabwe. It asks similar questions to the others: Is Zimbabwe safe? Is it ethical to visit Zimbabwe? This and all the other articles all … Continued
The roadtrip that roared: #9 Harare and Coffee
Harare is where I was brought up – it feels like home. When we arrived back in the capital, it was great to re-visit familiar places and explore new ones – and by ‘places’, I mainly mean eateries! First stop … Continued
Behind the lens (with Michele Fortmann and RedWind Photograhy)
Redwind Photography went on location with photographer Michele Fortmann to go behind the scenes at a Zimbabwe fashion shoot. It starts at an upmarket coffee shop and ends at a out-of-town garage – two contrasting sides to the city. The Domboshawa … Continued
Worlds apart
There have been some really positive articles written about Zimbabwe’s safaris recently and I thought I’d share one with you. Written by Tom Downey of the Wall Street Journal, it explains why Zimbabwe’s safaris are worlds apart from the rest: up-close … Continued
Weekend song # 5: Cynthia Mare’s Neria
I don’t know about you, but I’ve had an exhausting week. This song feels just right: slow, soothing and heart-wrenching at the same time. Thank you, Cynthia! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YdkwMRhX3E Her song is a cover of Oliver Mtukudzi’s original. I think she’s … Continued
