Zimbabwe · Official Maritime Authority
Regulating safety, certification, and environmental standards across Zimbabwe's inland waterways — from Lake Kariba to the Zambezi River system.
7
Core Services
IMO
Member State
2 500+
km² Inland Waters
Lake Kariba · Zambezi River
Principal Waterways
01
Inland Water Transport Oversight
Regulation and development of inland water transport across lakes and reservoirs, ensuring safe navigation and sustainable use.
02
Regional Trade & Port Access
Facilitating access to international maritime routes through regional corridors to seaports in Mozambique, South Africa, and Namibia.
03
Transport Compliance & Standards
Aligning transport and logistics frameworks with regional and international standards for safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
04
Logistics & Infrastructure Coordination
Coordinating transport infrastructure and logistics systems to support efficient movement of goods and regional connectivity.
Transport & Connectivity
Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southern Africa, and therefore does not operate a national maritime administration in the traditional sense of a flag state authority for ocean-going vessels.
Instead, Zimbabwe's transport and regulatory framework focuses on inland water transport, regional logistics, and international trade connectivity through neighboring coastal states. The country relies on established transport corridors linking it to major seaports in Mozambique, South Africa, and Namibia, supporting imports, exports, and regional economic integration.
Inland Waterways
Regional Logistics
Port Connectivity
Open Registry
Country Profile
Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southern Africa, positioned within key regional transport corridors that connect it to major international seaports and support trade and logistics across the region.
Location
Southern Africa · Landlocked Nation
The Republic of Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southern Africa, bordered by Zambia, Mozambique, South Africa, and Botswana. Due to its geographic position, Zimbabwe relies on regional transport networks and cross-border corridors to access international maritime routes through neighboring coastal states.
Its transport and logistics systems are closely integrated with regional infrastructure, supporting trade, economic activity, and connectivity across Southern Africa. Inland water bodies such as Lake Kariba and the Zambezi River also contribute to local transport and economic use within the country.
390,757 km²
Area
16.3M+
Population
Harare
Capital
EN / SN / ND
Languages
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Our administrative team is available to assist you with vessel registrations, seafarer certifications, and regulatory inquiries.
Contact Details
Address
Glifada 02 13, Greece. International Maritime Registration Bureau Nicaragua maritime Administration
Phone
+30 697 393 5438Working Hours
09:00 am to 05:00 pm
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Whether you need assistance with vessel documentation, certification inquiries, or general maritime administration questions, our team is ready to provide expert guidance and support.
Typical Response: 24–48 Hours