SAFE SPACE

Mbare is, generally, not a safe place to be. There are several safety-related issues, including touting, drug peddling, sexual harassment of young girls, dragging of travelers, conning and general theft from unsuspecting travelers. A report done under the Safe and Inclusive Cities Project, says:

“Major public spaces are synonymous with crime and violence. They are characterized with The main crime hot spots include Mbare musika rank, Ok shopping complex, Mbare Musika vegetable market, Mupedzanhamo flea market and Mbare Fly over. Smash and grab from vehicles are also notable offences perpetrated at major road intersections. Majority of the street lights in Mbare are not working. Unemployment and overcrowding are also being attributed to the increase in crime over the years. Sexual and verbal abuse are also common at public spaces, with young women being the main victim”

Source: Harare and Bulawayo Community Profile, Safe and Inclusive Cities, 2019