Jobs and Unemployment in Harare

Harare meaning “they never sleep” stays true to its name. It is a very busy city. Most of the industries, shops and nice buildings are found here. It is densely populated as most people have flocked here to seek or create jobs. The high density surburbs are mostly found in the southern part of Harare, the biggest one being Mbare. Mbare is popular for the largest rank in the city and the biggest fresh food market, the densely populated Matapi flats and the high crime rate. A must visit in is the Sam Levy’s mall. So much to do in the city, you’ll hardly sleep exploring it!

Life is hard, money is very scarce and a very high unemployment rate. The uptown is quiet and clean, however downtown life is very dirty and fast. Most residential places do not have running water and power cuts are immense. There is potential to run small, but critical business such as a grocery store. The majority of the population in living on hand to mouth.

Living in my city requires patience and a long-suffering mentality. If you are adaptable you may be able to cope, because our economy is not favorable to foreigners. Most do not understand how our currency works. Employment is impossible, regardless of your education and the earning potential is very low.

My city is in Zimbabwe where is a lot of history attached it. It was once known as Salisbury but after attaining Independence it was changed to Harare meaning the city that never sleeps. It is the capital of Zimbabwe. It boosts the largest population in Zimbabwe and has over the years experienced an influx of people migrating to the city in search of better business and employment opportunities.