Kariba, Zimbabwe
Kariba | |
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| Coordinates: 16°31′S 28°48′E / 16.517°S 28.800°E | |
| Country | Zimbabwe |
| Province | Mashonaland West |
| District | Kariba District |
| Population (2022 census) | |
• Total | 27,600 |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (CAT) |
| Area code | 061 |
| Climate | Aw |
Kariba is a resort town in Mashonaland West province, Zimbabwe, located close to the Kariba Dam at the north-eastern end of Lake Kariba, near the Zambian border. According to the 2022 Population Census, the town had a population of 27,600.
Located in the Zambezi Valley, Kariba is well known for its balmy climate and proximity to Lake Kariba, that draws in thousands of tourists all year round.