Ulrich Mueller
Ulrich Mueller

Kosher and Jewish Life in Harare

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Harare. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Harare, Zimbabwe.

About Harare

Harare is the capital and most populous city of Zimbabwe. Situated in the north-east of the country in the heart of historic Mashonaland, the city has an estimated population of 1,606,000 (2009), It is situated at an elevation of 1,483 metres (4,865 feet) and its climate falls into the subtropical highland category. There are three main seasons: a warm, wet season from November to March/April; a cool, dry season from May to August (corresponding to winter in the Southern Hemisphere); and a hot, dry season in September/October.

Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Harare

Formerly a British colony called Rhodesia, Zimbabwe gained independence in 1980. The first Jews, however, arrived in the colony at the end of the 19th century and the population swelled to nearly 1,500 by the middle of the twentieth century. Today, there are approximately 400 Jews in Zimbabwe. Both an Ashkenazic (1895) and Sephardic (1931) synagogue exist in Harare.

Weather In Harare

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Please note:

Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset. If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!