There have been occasional reports of hijackings and theft but not on the scale of other countries in Africa. The best time to visit is October. The rainy season occurs from November to March. It is recommended that appointments be made to see people beforehand and reconfirmed shortly before the meeting. Punctuality is expected of visitors but they should not expect it in return.
Business attire is usually formal.
Business cards are essential and should be handed out liberally. Reaching agreements on business discussions can be a long drawn out process and patience is recommended. The main export commodities of Zimbabwe include asbestos, beverages, cereals, chrome, coal, copper, cotton, cut flowers, ferro alloys, gold, timber and tobaccos. The main import commodities include beverages, chemical products, fuel, iron steel, various petroleum products, plastic products, raw materials and rubber. Exchange control is administered by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe and authorised dealers have been empowered to approve certain foreign exchange transactions.