The Zimbabwean security personnel are responsible for ensuring security and public order at all venues mentioned in the programme for the 44th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of SADC. There will be security checks at the Airport, conference centre, hotels, major access points and routes.
To facilitate the smooth entry of security personnel in the country, Member States are required to submit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, the list of security personnel that will accompany Heads of State and Government, details of their firearms and communication equipment to be brought into the country. Only security personnel accompanying the Head of State or Government may bring side fire arms into Zimbabwe. The calibre of such arms should not exceed 12mm. All firearms will have to be declared at the port of entry. Permits for such firearms will be issued on arrival and must remain in possession of the officer responsible throughout their stay in Zimbabwe. Advance entry of firearms is prohibited.
Requests for clearance of firearms should be done through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade – Protocol Directorate and the following information should be provided:
- Name of holder of firearm
- Nationality and Passport Number of Holder
- Type and model of firearm
- Serial number of firearm
- Rounds of ammunition
NB: Only one armed close protection officer per Head of State and Government will be allowed in all official venues.
Requests for temporary importation of special equipment i.e. radios should provide information like type of radio, serial numbers, frequencies, etc. The above information should be submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
