Zimbabwe named the World’s Best Country to visit in 2025!

Big news for Southern Africa! Zimbabwe has been named the world’s best country to visit in 2025 by Forbes, the well-known American business and lifestyle magazine. The southern African nation topped the magazine’s annual list of must-visit destinations, ahead of travel hotspots such as Lithuania, Sri Lanka, and South Korea.
This recognition shines a global spotlight on Zimbabwe's growing appeal as one of Africa’s most rewarding and authentic travel destinations. From the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls - one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – to the ancient Great Zimbabwe Ruins near Masvingo, lush Eastern Highlands, and wildlife-rich national parks like Hwange and Mana Pools, the country offers travellers a diverse mix of adventure, culture, and natural beauty.
Forbes highlighted Zimbabwe's dramatic landscapes, growing popularity, and unbeatable value for money as key reasons for its top ranking. Search and booking data show that global interest in the country has surged in 2025 - proof that adventure-seekers and nature lovers are ready to experience one of Africa’s most inspiring destinations.
For visitors, this accolade reaffirms what many who have already experienced the country know: Zimbabwe is one of Africa’s most unforgettable destinations - a place where thundering waterfalls, ancient stone cities, and warm hospitality create a journey like no other.

 

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Zimbabwe: Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site rehabilitation project has been launched!

The Government of Zimbabwe and the Agence Française de Développement (French Development Agency/FDA) today (30 June 2022) launched a EUR-3-million project for the rehabilitation and development of the Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site in Zimbabwe's Masvingo Province. The three-year project is getting implemented by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in collaboration with the National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe (NMMZ).

The Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site is located in southeastern Zimbabwe, about 30 km southeast of Masvingo. Great Zimbabwe is the name for the stone remains of a medieval city. Construction on the city began in the 11th century and continued until it was abandoned in the 15th century. Great Zimbabwe, which covers an area of nearly 80 ha, was an important trading centre and was renowned from the Middle Ages onwards. The National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe (NMMZ), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is the entity directly responsible for the management of the Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site.

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Zimbabwe: The Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site to get an infrastructure upgrade!

The Cabinet of Zimbabwe last week (09 November 2021) approved a memorandum on the co-operation project between the National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe (NMMZ) and the French Development Agency (FDA) on the improvements of infrastructure at the Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site. According to news reports from May 2021, France, through the French Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Mr. Laurent Chevallier, has pledged to upgrade the facilities at the monument and to assist in the marketing of the Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site.

The Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site is located in southeastern Zimbabwe, about 30 km southeast of Masvingo. Great Zimbabwe is the name for the stone remains of a medieval city. Construction on the city began in the 11th century and continued until it was abandoned in the 15th century. Great Zimbabwe, which covers an area of nearly 80 ha, was an important trading centre and was renowned from the Middle Ages onwards. The National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe (NMMZ), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is the entity directly responsible for the management of the Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site.

"Cabinet considered and approved the memorandum on the cooperation project between the National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe (NMMZ) and the French Development Agency (FDA) on the improvements of infrastructure at the Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site."#postcabinetbriefing pic.twitter.com/ZAGP1Y1UwX

— Ministry of Information, Publicity & Broadcasting (@InfoMinZW) November 9, 2021

National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe: Free entry on International Museum Day!

The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) just announced on Facebook, that National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe (NMMZ), the premier heritage organization in Zimbabwe, will offer free entrance to all its museums on International Museum Day on 18 May 2018. The country's official International Museums Day celebrations will be held at the Great Zimbabwe World Heritage Site, located in the south-eastern hills of Zimbabwe near Lake Mutirikwe and the town of Masvingo.

CNN's Inside Africa visits Zimbabwe (video, 23min)

In the latest edition of CNN's "Inside Africa" (27 Jan 2014), the show's host Errol Barnett travels through Zimbabwe. He visits Great Zimbabwe, located in the southeastern hills of Zimbabwe near the town of Masvingo, and the Antelope Park in Gweru, home to the world famous ALERT (African Lion & Environmental Research Trust) lion rehabilitation programme, as well as Harare, where Errol Barnett explores the night life of Zimbabwe's capital (> lostinharare.co.zw). Kudos Inside Africa & Errol Barnett!

Part 1: Ancient city, unique landscape

Part 2: Safari camp with a conscience Part 3: Is this really Zimbabwe?