Embassy of Italy in Harare, Zimbabwe; address 7, Bartholomew Close - Greendale, Harare; phone +263242497373. Head of mission: Mr. Umberto Malnati.
Head of mission: Mr. Umberto Malnati, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Italy, 2 Dec 2024)
Italy is a highly appealing destination for visitors from Zimbabwe, thanks to its rich history, culture, and iconic cities like Rome, Venice, and Florence. With 3.3 million Zimbabweans traveling abroad annually, a segment of these travelers may find Italy particularly enticing.
Italy is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Zimbabwe. According to the Global Peace Index, Italy ranks 33rd out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety. In comparison, Zimbabwe ranks 119th. While Italy is ranked 34th among 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, it is still much safer than Zimbabwe, which has higher crime rates. The murder rate in Italy is significantly lower at 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Zimbabwe's 6.1. In terms of organized crime, Italy has a higher index score for mafia influence (9.0) compared to Zimbabwe (3.5), but overall crime networks are rated better in Italy (3.0) than in Zimbabwe (7.5). Overall, while no country is without risks, Italy presents a safer environment for tourists compared to Zimbabwe.