Managed security services in Zimbabwe

Security considerations in Zimbabwe

Programs in Zimbabwe usually centre on Harare, with additional sites in Bulawayo, Victoria Falls or Mutare. A managed program applies the same Post Orders, supervision and reporting format at every site and coordinates with shopping centre and building security. English is the main business language, and Shona and Ndebele are widely spoken.

Tourism in Victoria Falls is busiest in the dry season, and retail traffic rises over the December holidays. Coverage plans should include relief officers, seasonal reinforcement, clear opening and closing procedures and contingency steps for power interruptions affecting lighting, alarms and access control.

• Harare CBD
• Borrowdale
• Sam Levy’s Village
• Avondale
• Westgate
• Eastgate
• Joina City
• Highlands
• Bulawayo city centre
• Victoria Falls

How MGP delivers coverage in Zimbabwe

Coverage in Zimbabwe runs on the MGP Global Partner Program: MGP designs and manages the programme, and officers are supplied by vetted local security partners and held to MGP Post Orders.

Private security regulation in Zimbabwe

The licensing requirements for private security companies in Zimbabwe are confirmed with local partners before work begins.

Cities in Zimbabwe

• Harare
• Bulawayo
• Victoria Falls
• Mutare
• Gweru
• Kwekwe

Coverage in other locations, including Masvingo, Chinhoyi, Kariba and Hwange, is arranged on request.

Frequently asked questions

Does MGP hold its own security licence in Zimbabwe?

No. MGP does not hold a private security licence in Zimbabwe. Officers are employed by vetted security companies that hold the licences required in Zimbabwe, and MGP manages the program, its standards and its reporting.

What languages do the officers speak?

Officers speak English, and most also speak Shona or Ndebele. For hotels and corporate reception posts, the required language level is set out in each site’s Post Orders.

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