I am not sure how other countries view Zimbabwe & the political situation there but here in England the press reports are totally negative & off death,destruction & total mismanagement.
Our announcement that Zimbabwe was our next destination was met with horror & worry for our safety.
Everybody we met were warm & friendly. At no time did we feel threatened or ill at ease.
Yes there is a political problem in Zimbabwe & yes we were close to the Botswana or Zambian border but everybody treated us with the greatest respect no matter what colour or creed they were.
By going, were we supporting President Mugabe's government?
Yes I expect we were with taxes but we were also supporting the warm friendly local population.
There are shortages in the parks, inoperative water hole pumps needing spares. that sort of thing but the dedication of the staff
is amazing.
One ranger actually lived at a water hole trying to keep the bore hole pump going. That is dedication! It is reported that when the pump does stop he moves into the bush because the elephants mob his little dwelling.
If you want to see African wildlife & a warm friendly people than put Zim at the top of your list.