Zimbabwe map: Geographical and demographic information

What you need to know about Zimbabwe ?

Zimbabwe, officially known as the Republic of Zimbabwe, is a country located in Southern Africa with a presidential system of government. It covers an area of 390,757 km² and has an estimated population of around 17.5 million inhabitants in 2026. Its capital and largest city is Harare. The country recognizes 16 official languages, with English, Shona, and Northern Ndebele being the most widely spoken, alongside several other national languages.

Colors of Zimbabwe

The flag of Zimbabwe is a rectangular flag made up of 7 stripes in the colors green, yellow, red, black, red, yellow, and green from top to bottom. On the hoist side, there is a white isosceles triangle with black borders. Inside, there is a red five-pointed star topped by a yellow Zimbabwe bird.

Best places to visit in Zimbabwe

Harare: The capital of Zimbabwe is a unique city in the world because it has several attractions such as the National Gallery, the Queen Victoria Museum, and several historical buildings recounting the city’s history.

Bulawayo: It is the third largest city in the country and rich in history. You will find friendly locals and various buildings that trace the city’s history.

Mutare: It is a charming city where you can stay in hotels and guesthouses of different classes. You can also visit the Antiquated Mutare Museum, which is a must-see for car enthusiasts. There is also the Bvumba Botanical Reserve.

Where Zimbabwe is located on the world map ?

On the world map, Zimbabwe is located on the African continent, precisely in the southern part of continental Africa. Its neighbors are South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique, and Zambia.

Climate of Zimbabwe

The climate of Zimbabwe is temperate and warm. It is a pleasant climate year-round but warmer between November and March, with temperatures around 30°C during this season. Winters are cooler with temperatures around 17°C. Annual rainfall is quite low in the north but higher in the southern section.

Administrative division of Zimbabwe

The territory of Zimbabwe is divided into 8 provinces plus two cities with special provincial status. The provinces are then divided into 59 districts. Here are the provinces:

• Bulawayo
• Harare
• Manicaland
• Mashonaland Central
• Mashonaland East
• Mashonaland West
• Masvingo
• Matabeleland North
• Matabeleland South
• Midlands

Economy of Zimbabwe

The economy of Zimbabwe is a highly industrialized economy. The tertiary sector represents about 60% of the country’s GDP.

• Official currency: Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) (introduced in 2024 to replace the RTGS Dollar; several foreign currencies, especially the US dollar, also continue to circulate legally).
• Nominal GDP: approximately USD 36 billion
• GDP at Purchasing Power Parity (PPP): approximately USD 78 billion
• Annual GDP growth rate: approximately 6.0%
• GDP per capita at Purchasing Power Parity (PPP): approximately USD 4,400
• Unemployment rate: approximately 9% (although underemployment and informal employment remain very high).

Population and linguistic data of Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe has an estimated population of around 17.5 million inhabitants in 2026. Its annual population growth rate is approximately 2.1%, with a birth rate of about 31‰ and a death rate of around 8‰.

Life expectancy at birth is approximately 63 years. The male-to-female ratio is relatively balanced, with about 95 men for every 100 women. The country has 16 official languages, the most widely spoken being English, Shona, and Northern Ndebele, alongside several other national languages and dialects.

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