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We can do it all again next week when there really is maintenance lol
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From the look of things there's a problem at O2's end and it here's been no info on a fix or if they're aware. Rabid has raised the issue though, so even if they're not aware they soon will be
There's a thread in technical help here on this problem: http://community.eu.playstation.com/t5/Technical-Help/Error-80710092/td-p/16002855
they are aware of it mate but i dont think they have a clue whats wrong tbh.
go here http://broadband.o2.co.uk/broadbandstatus/view/
click the network status tab and the top issue is ours
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on 10-05-2012 12:23 AM
And it is another coinsidence that O2 is having problems. My ISP has no problems, as I am able to do whatever I want on internet, even with PS3 browser. yet PSN gives me trouble.
If ISP(O2/BE) is having problems, you wouldn't have any service at all, not just PSN
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They state that because o2 and Be customer service is one of the better ones and they do listen to us, thus if several of us, o2/Be customers, complained about having problems with PSn, they(o2/Be) will take it seriously and investigate even though it might not be their problem. I am sure that virgin media or other broadband provider customers have complained as well, but knowing other ISP customer service, you wouldn't expect investigation from them.
On the other hand there is a possibility of o2/Be messing up some gaming port forwarding, but these problems are easy to rectify and ouldn't need an announcement from ISP.
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ENTRY / EXIT REQUIREMENTS FOR U.S. CITIZENS: You needa passport, visa, return ticket, and adequate funds to enter Zimbabwe. If you are traveling to Zimbabwe for tourism, business, or transit, you can obtain a visa at the airports or other border ports-of-entry, or in advance by contacting the Embassy of Zimbabwe at 1608 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20009; telephone (202) 332-7100. Visit the Embassy of Zimbabwe website for the most current visa information.
Zimbabwean Immigration officials at Harare airport and other ports of entry are authorized to admit U.S. citizens without an entry visa. U.S. citizens entering Zimbabwe for tourism only can expect to pay $30 for a single-entry, 30-day duration of stay permit upon entering the country. A 60-day multiple entry permit is also available for $60. Extensions are possible, and require a personal visit to the Zimbabwe Immigration Office's public window, located at thesecond floor of Liquenda House at Nelson Mandela Avenue/ First Street in the center of Harare. U.S. citizens who intend to make use of this privilege are strongly urged to read this section carefully as the failure to adhere strictly to Zimbabwean immigration law can lead to arrest, prosecution, detention, fines, seizure of possessions, and removal. Allow for sufficient time for an extension review, as staying past the authorized dates of stay has resulted in imprisonment for foreign nationals.
If you plan to engage in any of the following activities, you should seek the appropriate business, student, or work visa before entry: attend a business meeting; attend a training session or course of studies or seminar of any type; take pictures of anything but tourist attractions, volunteer medical work; assist animal/wildlife conservancies or parks; help build a church/school; work in a community to build/construct/consult on any matter including schools and churches, and any other activities other than pure tourism. Any U.S. citizen who intends to engage in any non-tourism related activity, such as work, consulting, or meeting with churches, businesses, or NGO partners, should contact a Zimbabwean embassy or consulate, or the Zimbabwean Immigration Department, to determine which visa class corresponds with his or her intended activities, and how to apply. Before engaging in any type of work, paid or unpaid, including volunteerism, U.S. citizens should have proper work authorization from the Zimbabwean Immigration Department. Please visit the Zimbabwe Immigration website for more information.
Even if you arrive without a visa and make your intent to participant in non-tourism activities clear to the Immigration official at the port of entry, you may still be in violation of Zimbabwean Immigration law. Recently, a U.S. citizen was arrested, interrogated, prosecuted, fined, imprisoned, and deported for attending a five-day wildlife interest course while on a visitor visa. Another U.S. citizen faced similar treatment for taking a picture while attending a national holiday celebration. Both individuals had items of significant value seized. We recommend obtaining personal property insurance for high-value items both because such items may be seized by government officials and the prevalence of crime in Zimbabwe (see below).
Whether you hold a visa or not, you should plainly state the purpose of your visit to Zimbabwe to Immigration upon entry. Any attempt to enter Zimbabwe under false pretenses, including those who misuse a visitor permit/visa, may be detained, arrested, imprisoned, convicted, fined, and/or deported.
Important Information for U.S. citizens working for Non-Governmental, Religious, and Health Organizations: U.S. citizens are receiving increased scrutiny from Immigration officials upon arrival to Zimbabwe. Some U.S. citizens associated with non-governmental, religious, and health groups have been denied entry. All U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to obtain a visa from a Zimbabwean embassy or consulate prior to traveling to Zimbabwe.
Foreign health workers and social volunteers have been repeatedly detained and/or deported for their work in unregistered charity and developmental activities. U.S. citizens traveling to Zimbabwe to work in health, aid, charitable, or development projects (including short-term volunteers) should ensure they have proper permission and documentation from the Zimbabwean government before entering Zimbabwe. Health practitioners must obtain a license to practice in Zimbabwe from the Medical and Dental Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe (MDPCZ). If you need to take personal medications into Zimbabwe, you must also obtain approval from the Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ). If you plan to support HIV/AIDS clinical care or treatment activities, you must coordinate with the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare's AIDS and TB unit to ensure adherence to national protocols and guidelines. The unit can be reached by phone at: 2634792981. If you intend to travel through or visit South Africa, be aware that South African law requires travelers to have one blank (unstamped) visa page in your passport to enter the country. In practice, however, travelers may need more than one page as there have been instances in the past of South African immigration officers requiring travelers to have two blank pages. Travelers are advised to have at least two blank pages; one for the South African temporary residence permit sticker that is issued upon entry to the country, and an additional page to allow for entry and exit stamps for South Africa and other countries to be visited en route to South Africa or elsewhere in the region. Travelers without the requisite blank visa pages in their passports may be refused entry into South Africa, fined, and returned to their point of origin at their own expense. South African authorities have denied diplomatic missions access to assist in these cases.
Zimbabwe requires travelers who have visited or traveled through countries or areas with yellow fever risk to present proof of yellow fever vaccination. Most flights from the United States to Zimbabwe via South Africa travel through yellow fever risk countries, and travelers will be required to present proof of yellow fever vaccination on arrival in Zimbabwe.
If you intend to reside or work in Zimbabwe, you must obtain a work permit approved by the Zimbabwean Chief Immigration Officer before entering the country. Work permit applications should be submitted by the person's sponsor at any Zimbabwean immigration office. Typically, work permits take a minimum of six weeks to process, and have a $500 application fee. The Embassy of Zimbabwe in Washington, D.C., is unable to process work permit applications. Since January 2008, several U.S. citizens applying for or renewing residency or work permits have had their applications denied without explanation and were forced to depart the country.
Upon arrival in Zimbabwe, you should keep all travel documents readily available, as well as a list of residences or hotels where you will stay while in Zimbabwe. You must carry some form of identification at all times while in Zimbabwe.
U.S. citizens who intend to conduct activities in Zimbabwe which might be viewed within the realm of journalism should contact
the Zimbabwean Embassy in Washington, D.C., for information about accreditation at least one month in advance of planned travel.
The Government of Zimbabwe uses a very broad definition of journalism, and any interviews, filming, or photography may be
considered "presenting oneself as an accredited journalist," a crime punishable by arrest or detention. Journalist and media
accreditation is controlled by the Zimbabwe Media Commission (ZMC), which also sets applicable fees. Journalists can expect
to pay approximately $100 in application and accreditation fees for a limited-duration journalist accreditation. According
to government regulations, a journalist who has applied for accreditation, but has not yet received a response from the Ministry
of Media, Information, and Publicity should not travel to Zimbabwe until obtaining a clearance.
Individuals and journalists engaged in activities related to elections, political events, or demonstrations can expect to
encounter increased scrutiny from Zimbabwean authorities. We strongly advise journalists to contact the Zimbabwean Embassy
for guidance and accreditation and we advise others to pay close attention to the information above on journalists activities,
including filming and photography.
U.S. citizen students and faculty at educational and other institutions who wish to do research in Zimbabwe should contact
a host educational or research institution for affiliation prior to applying for a visa. Despite fulfilling all such requirements
and receiving appropriate permission, legitimate researchers have been detained in the past by the police because the subject
of their research was believed to be sensitive.
Zimbabwe is a cash society, with very few establishments accepting international credit or debit cards. ATMs in the country are limited and unreliable. Traveler's checks and check cashing facilities are effectively nonexistent. Visitors are required to declare the amount of currency that they are carrying into and out of the country. While there is no set legal limit on the amount of foreign currency that a person can carry into Zimbabwe, the maximum foreign currency that can be taken out of the country is U.S. $5,000.
The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Zimbabwe.
Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.
THREATS TO SAFETY AND SECURITY: The political, social, economic, and security situations in Zimbabwe are unpredictable and could deteriorate quickly without warning. While the country has been relatively stable since the establishment of the current unity government in early 2009, demonstrations and intimidation of civil society groups and other civilians may become more common leading up to and the period immediately following any elections. Political rallies in Zimbabwe may result in clashes between opposing parties or may be violently dispersed by security forces. U.S. citizens traveling to Zimbabwe should avoid all crowds, public demonstrations, and protests.
You should carefully evaluate travel around Zimbabwe by road, particularly at night (please see the " Traffic Safety and Road Conditions" section below). If traveling by road, you should make sure you have working communication devices, evidence of your citizenship, and a valid visa. Such evidence should include photocopies of the face page of your passport and your Zimbabwe visa approval stamp. You should also notify a trusted friend or family member of your itinerary, including expected departure and arrival times.
Communications infrastructure in Zimbabwe is unreliable. Telephone and cell phone outages are common and cell phone service coverage is patchy and predominantly restricted to urban areas.
Resident and visiting U.S. citizens have been arrested, detained, and threatened with expulsion for activities that would not be considered crimes in the United States, including the administration of humanitarian aid and the expression of opinions regarding the current political regime in Zimbabwe. Criticism of the president is a crime in Zimbabwe. The streets around State House, the official residence of the president, and the Botanical Gardens are particularly sensitive,and drivers and pedestrians in that area should exercise caution. President Mugabe and other senior government officials travel around Harare accompanied by large and aggressive motorcades that have been known to run motorists off the road. Security personnel occasionally beat and harass drivers who fail to pull out of the way quickly enough. U.S. citizens are advised to be aware of police vehicles and police motorcycles flashing lights and sirens, and should move quickly off the road if overtaken by a motorcade.
U.S. citizen visitors have been detained under suspicion of operating as journalists without accreditation for photographing
cultural sites and areas that may not immediately appear to be sensitive. Tourists may also be subject to harassment or arrest
for photographing police, roadblocks, occupied commercial farms, and government buildings or military installations, official
residences or embassies, including the president's palace. Get prior written permission from the appropriate government office
before taking such photographs. It is not always immediately apparent what the police deem sensitive. Police have detained
U.S. citizens for photographing any subject they view as sensitive no matter how innocuous it may seem to the photographer.
You should be very aware of your surroundings and seriously consider the risks of taking any pictures outside game parks and
known tourist areas.
The government frequently uses marked and unmarked (ad hoc) road blocks to enforce order and collect fines, particularly in
urban centers and on major roads. Even though these road blocks are manned by uniformed police officers, be cautious when
approaching them, particularly at night. When instructed by police or other security officials to stop at a roadblock, comply
with these instructions. If possible, carry a mobile phone or other means of communication. Other ongoing security conditions
that could affect the safety of tourists in Zimbabwe include crime (see below) and the occupation of commercial farms.
We urge you to take responsibility for your own personal security while traveling overseas. While in Zimbabwe, you should closely monitor the current situation, keep your travel documents up to date, and make your own contingency plans in the event of disturbances. You should make or update complete inventories of your household/personal effects and maintain an adequate supply of food, water and necessary medications with you. See the State Department's information on emergency and crisis planning.
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CRIME: Crime is a serious problem in Zimbabwe, driven by the country's depressed economy. U.S. citizens and other foreigners are perceived to be wealthy and are frequently targeted by criminals who operate in the vicinity of hotels, restaurants, and shopping areas of major cities and tourist areas such as Victoria Falls. Although the majority of crimes in Zimbabwe are non-violent, perpetrators are generally armed with weapons, which can include firearms. The downtown sectors of Harare, and its high density residential suburbs, are particularly high-crime areas and a number of U.S. citizen visitors have been assaulted or robbed.
Travelers should always secure their luggage, particularly in public areas such as airports and bus stops. Purse-snatchers will often work in teams of two, with one person acting as a diversion. A typical mugging involves a group of young males who surround and overwhelm their victim in a public area. Avoid displaying or carrying unnecessary valuables, such as expensive jewelry, and do not carry large sums of money. Cell phones are of particular interest to local thieves. Always secure items such as passports, money, jewelry, and credit cards in hotel safety deposit boxes or safes when not being used.
Avoid driving at night. You should be alert for "smash and grabs," where thieves break the windows of cars stopped at intersections and take visible items from inside the car. Car doors should always be locked and the windows rolled up. Handbags, wallets, and other items should be placed out of sight under car seats or in the trunk of the car. While stopped in traffic, always be aware and look around to identify potential trouble. Drivers should always leave sufficient maneuver room between their vehicle and the one in front so they can drive away from danger. If you suspect your vehicle is being followed you should drive to the nearest police station or other protected public area for assistance. Reducing even the shortest amount of idle times at traffic lights at night by slowing in advance to anticipate the changing of the light is an effective deterrent. Be cautious of people using ploys to lure you out of your car. In one ploy, an assailant will puncture a tire, follow the car, and then offer to help with the flat, particularly on the road to Harare International Airport. (NOTE: "Smash and grabs" are also very common on the Airport Road in Harare) Beware of drivers in vehicles without license plates who stop to render aid or who cause minor accidents. Always drive to a well-lit and populated area before making repairs or exchanging information.
Travelers are encouraged to make two photocopies of the biographic/identification page and visa stamped page of their passport. Leave one copy at home with friends or relatives and carry the second copy with you for identification purposes.
Don't buy counterfeit and pirated goods, even if they are widely available. Not only are the bootlegs illegal in the United States, if you purchase them you may also be breaking local law.
VICTIMS OF CRIME: If you are the victim of a crime abroad, you should contact the local police and the U.S. embassy. We can:
The local equivalent to the "911" emergency line in Zimbabwe for the police is the Harare Central Police Station at 777-777; for fire fighters 993 or 783-983; and for ambulance 994 or MARS at 771-221.
Please see our information for victims of crime, including possible victim compensation programs in the United States.
CRIMINAL PENALTIES: While in a foreign country, a U.S. citizen is subject to that country's laws and regulations, which sometimes differ significantly from those in the United States and may not afford the protections available to the individual under U.S. law. Penalties for breaking the law can be more severe than in the United States for similar offenses. Engaging in sexual conduct with children or using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country is a crime prosecutable in the United States.
Although Zimbabwean authorities are required to notify the nearest U.S. embassy when a U.S. citizen has been arrested, the U.S. Embassy in Harare does not always receive notification from Zimbabwean police. Further, the Government of Zimbabwe does not always grant immediate or repeated visits to detained or incarcerated U.S. citizens by Embassy consular officers. Individuals may be detained for up to 48 hours without due process, and detainees accused or suspected of political offenses have been repeatedly remanded in 14-day increments. U.S. citizens are encouraged to carry a copy of their U.S. passports with them at all times to be able to provide proof of identity and citizenship if questioned by local officials. U.S. citizens arrested or detained in Zimbabwe are advised to demand immediate contact with a U.S. consular official from the U.S. Embassy in Harare.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES: Zimbabwe is a cash society without its own currency. The U.S. dollar, South African rand, and Botswanan pula (near the Botswana border) are the main means of cash payment for all goods and services. Travelers' checks are not accepted.
With a series of Executive Orders (Executive Order 13288 of March 7, 2003, Executive Order 13391 of November 25, 2005, and Executive Order 13469 of July 25, 2008) the United States placed targeted sanctions on the property and economic assets of certain Zimbabwean individuals and entities deemed most responsible for undermining Zimbabwe's democratic institutions. U.S. citizens should carefully review the U.S. sanctions program prior to engaging in the purchase/sale or transfer of money and other assets with a Zimbabwean citizen or entity. Under U.S. law, it is illegal for U.S. citizens or residents to engage in any transaction or dealing with the targeted individuals or other entities designated by the Secretary of the Treasury under this sanctions program. It is not otherwise illegal for U.S. citizens to transact business with Zimbabwean firms. U.S. citizens intending to engage in business or financial transactions in Zimbabwe are advised to consult the Department of Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control website for up-to-date information on these sanctions.
Zimbabwe offers opportunities for observation of wildlife in its natural habitat, and many tour operators and safari lodges offer structured, safe excursions into parks and other wildlife viewing areas for close observation of flora and fauna. However, safety standards and training vary, and it is a good idea to ascertain whether operators are trained and licensed. Even animals marketed as "tame" should be respected as wild and extremely dangerous. Most recently, a U.S. citizen tourist was seriously mauled during a lion walk near Victoria Falls in May 2011. U.S. citizens participating in nature excursions in Zimbabwe should be aware that organized and licensed tour operators may encourage or allow tourists to participate in activities, such as walking or canoe safaris, which could pose great risks to personal safety. Travelers should keep a safe distance from animals at all times, and remain in vehicles or other protected enclosures when venturing into game parks.
There have been a few instances in which tourists have faced last-minute cancellations or have had to leave a game park earlier than planned as a result of labor unrest and/or ownership disputes. Land mines along the Mozambique border, situated beyond the main tourist areas, make travel to that border area hazardous.
Tourists who wish to hunt in Zimbabwe must be accompanied by a licensed operator, who is required to be registered and licensed by the Zimbabwe Ministry of Environment and Tourism. Travelers to Zimbabwe should ask for the operator's license number when booking a hunt and should check the authenticity of the license by contacting the Zimbabwe Association of Tour and Safari Operators (ZATSO). Visiting hunters are well-advised to seek confirmation that they are not hunting on illegally seized land or on a nature conservancy. Hunting on such lands can expose the hunter to arrest, law suits, fines, seizure of trophies, and imprisonment.
U.S. citizens who are temporarily carrying firearms and ammunition into Zimbabwe for purposes of hunting, and who cannot qualify for an exemption under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), may need an approved temporary export license (DSP73) from Department of State's Office of Defense Trade Controls. U.S. citizens should also contact the Embassy of Zimbabwe in Washington, D.C., to find out what permits are required by the Government of Zimbabwe for importing weapons into the country. Travelers are advised to make sure that all of the necessary documentation is in order before departing the United States. The weapons also must be cleared through U.S. Customs when leaving the United States and upon reentry at the conclusion of one's trip. All firearms must be packed and transported in an approved firearm case. Ammunition must be packed in a lockable box with a key and placed in the checked luggage.
Accessibility: While in Zimbabwe, individuals with disabilities may find accessibility and accommodation very different from what you find in the United States. The Zimbabwe constitution and law prohibit discrimination against persons with disabilities in employment, access to public places, and the provision of services. However, the law is not widely known, poorly instituted, and rarely enforced. Persons with disabilities face harsh societal discrimination and widespread physical barriers. Many public buildings do not have wheelchair ramps, suffer from inoperative elevators, and have no suitable restroom facilities. Public transportation does not include lifts or access by wheelchair. Road crossing aids for the disabled are nonexistent and sidewalks in urban areas are in disrepair and cluttered with numerous obstacles. Persons with mental disabilities will experience inadequate medical care, available medications, and facilities. Nonetheless, many private lodges and hotels have excellent access and facilities for disabled visitors.
Special Issues for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Travelers: The constitution specifically outlaws marriage between people of the same gender and allows for discrimination based on sexual orientation. Consensual sex between men is criminalized in Zimbabwe, with both parties subject to fines of $5,000, a year imprisonment or both. To avoid prosecution in cases where men are arrested for sexual relations, one individual frequently denies his earlier consent, resulting in a charge against the other party of aggravated indecent assault or indecent assault, carrying a sentence of up to life imprisonment. While there is no explicit legal prohibition against sexual relations between women, societal violence and harassment against LGBT individuals is pervasive. LGBT travelers are encouraged to exercise discretion when critiquing Zimbabwean laws or attitudes toward same-sex relationships, as both influential religious and political leaders promote intolerance. Criticism of leaders can be construed as "criminal insult" resulting in fines of $300 or up to one year imprisonment or both. LGBT travelers should review the LGBT Travel Information page.
MEDICAL FACILITIES AND HEALTH INFORMATION: The public medical infrastructure is subpar and medical facilities are limited. Most serious illnesses or accidents require medical evacuation to South Africa. All travelers are strongly urged to obtain medical evacuation insurance coverage prior to arriving in Zimbabwe. Doctors, hospitals and air ambulance medical evacuation services often expect immediate, upfront cash payment for health services. We urge you to bring a sufficient supply of your medications with required prescriptions for your entire trip, as many common medications are unavailable in Zimbabwe. Provincial hospitals in rural areas have rudimentary staffing, equipment, and supplies, and are not equipped to care for victims of serious accidents. The fuel shortage further diminishes emergency response capabilities. Emergency patients often must arrange their own transportation to medical facilities.
Diseases from food and water are the leading cause of illness in travelers. Follow these tips for safe eating and drinking:
U.S. citizens may refer to the CDC's website for more information.
Malaria is also prevalent throughout Zimbabwe, except in Harare, due to the capital's high altitude. The CDC strongly recommends
that malaria prophylaxis and preventive measures be taken when traveling outside of Harare.
Due to Schistosomiasis, travelers are advised to avoid fresh water exposure.
Information on vaccinations and other health precautions, such as safe food and water precautions and insect bite protection, may be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) hotline for international travelers at 1-877-FYI-TRIP (1-877-394-8747) or via the CDC website. For information about outbreaks of infectious diseases abroad, consult the infectious diseases section of the World Health Organization (WHO) website. The WHO website also contains additional health information for travelers, including detailed country-specific health information.
Zimbabwe is high risk for tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is an increasingly serious health concern in Zimbabwe. For further information, please consult the CDC's information on TB.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: You can't assume your insurance will go with you when you travel. It's very important to find out BEFORE you leave whether your medical insurance will cover you overseas. You need to ask your insurance company two questions:
In many places, doctors and hospitals still expect payment in cash at the time of service. Your regular U.S. health insurance may not cover doctors' and hospital visits in other countries. If your policy doesn't go with you when you travel, it's a very good idea to take out another one for your trip. For more information, please see our medical insurance overseas page.
TRAFFIC SAFETY AND ROAD CONDITIONS: While in a foreign country, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning Zimbabwe is provided for general reference only, and may not be totally accurate in a particular location or circumstance.
Driving in Zimbabwe is extremely hazardous, particularly at night. Zimbabweans drive on the left side of the road and many people drive over the speed limit. Although the main roads throughout Zimbabwe are generally in fair but deteriorating condition, most lack passing lanes, shoulders, breakdown lanes, lighting, reflectors, and similar safety features. Driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) enforcement does not generally exist, resulting in high rates of impaired drivers, especially at night.
Avoid driving at night. Pedestrians (in dark clothing) and animals are often walking along and on the roads, and the majority
of roads in Zimbabwe are poorly lit. Motor vehicles often have no headlights or taillights and are difficult to see at night.
Passing lanes are not always clearly marked, and road visibility at times can be restricted. In urban areas, lane markers
are often faded, with non-working streetlights and traffic lights. Potholes are also numerous on most roads. The Traffic Safety
Council reports there are 40-50 vehicle accidents in Harare alone each night. Also note, as mentioned above, local police
frequently use marked and unmarked (ad hoc) road blocks to enforce order and collect fines, particularly in urban centers
and on major roads. Even though these road blocks are manned by uniformed police officers, be cautious when approaching them,
particularly at night. When instructed by police or other security officials to stop at a roadblock, comply with these instructions.
The U.S. Embassy's Regional Security Office prohibits its U.S. staff from using "kombis" – the frequently seen minibuses which
service main routes, due to safety concerns.
Service stations often lack fuel or spare parts. Inter-city commuter bus travel, except by "luxury coaches," is dangerous
due to overcrowding, inadequate maintenance, and unsafe drivers. Public bus drivers are often fatigued, fail to adhere to
local speed limits, and often fail to obey traffic rules or regulations.
It is illegal to operate a cellular telephone while driving in Zimbabwe. Drivers are required to wear seat belts or helmets if driving motorcycles. Car seats are not legally required for small children. Travelers should pack several pairs of latex gloves in the event of a road accident involving serious injuries or bleeding, as Zimbabwe has one of the highest rates of HIV/AIDS infection in southern Africa.
The availability of fuel severely restricts the response capability of police and other emergency services. The Ministry of Transport, Communication and Infrastructural Development is the government authority responsible for road safety in Zimbabwe. There is no national established network of roadside emergency service. However, the Automobile Association of Zimbabwe, similar to the American Automobile Association, is willing to provide roadside emergency service to nonmembers for a fee. Travelers interested in contacting the service during their stay in Zimbabwe may contact AA Zimbabwe at 263-4-752-779. AA Zimbabwe's 24-hour emergency roadside helpline is 263-4-707-959.
Please refer to our Road Safety page for more information.
AVIATION SAFETY OVERSIGHT: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the Government of Zimbabwe's Civil Aviation Authority as not being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of Zimbabwe's air carrier operations. Further information may be found on the FAA's safety assessment page.
CHILDREN'S ISSUES: : Please see our Office of Children's Issues webpages on intercountry adoption and international parental child abduction.
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This replaces the Country Specific Information dated April 25, 2013, to update the section on Entry and Exit Requirements, Threats to Safety and Security, Special Circumstances, and Traffic Safety and Road Conditions.


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Starting Nov 1, 48 million Americans who depend on the SNAP program to survive will see their food stamp allocation reduced. That's because a $5 billion boost in the allocation implemented during the Great Recession is expiring. Mary Blair of the Tri-State Food Bank says people unable afford enough groceries in stores will be heading for organizations served by the Food Bank. One out of seven Americans will lose some of their income dedicated to food, because that's how many are receiving at least some SNAP assistance.
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Indiana is marking a milestone in its efforts to dispose of unused prescription drugs. Indiana has now incinerated a million pounds of medication. That's 5,000 tons out of harm's way. Attorney General Greg Zoeller says leaving unused medications lying around the medicine cabinet creates a danger that they'll fall into the hands of children or otherwise be misused. And he says simply throwing away or flushing meds creates problems for the water supply.
A price to pay for Halloween treats
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Sheriff launches new website
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The Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Department launches a new website. Sheriff Eric Williams says it's designed to not only provide information to the public in an efficient matter, but will help the department receive information from the public efficiently. The address is the same as the old website:
Williams says the website will deliver as much timely and accurate information as allowed and reasonable.
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Parents urged to delay Halloween activities
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Evansville and Vanderburgh County officials are joining Owensboro leaders in recommending that Halloween activities be moved back to Friday because of the chances of torrential rain Thursday afternoon and evening, Halloween. Mayor Lloyd Winnecke and County Commissioners President Marsha Abell are taking the action out of safety concerns. Large hai and damaging winds may also be part of Thursday's weatherscape.
Sports complex leaps forward
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A year-and-a-half of hard work is coming to a head as the Convention and Visitors Bureau gains county council approval to establish a building corporation to finance a proposed new softball-baseball complex. Bureau Executive Director Bob Warren discussed it. Warren says its critical that swift action is taken because interest rates are at an all-time low and rising rates would add hundreds of thousands of dollars to the cost of the complex adjacent to the Goebel Soccer complex.
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The IU School of Medicine will have another choice to pick from, when it decides where to locate its new campus in Evansville. Developer Steve Martin says "The Promenade" would be northwest of the Lloyd Expressway and Interstate-164. Martin says the site is ready to build on. It will compete with another area, not too far away in Warrick County, and another in downtown Evansville.
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If you've been tossing the dice on filling your gas tank, you just threw craps. The price in Evansville jumped from $3.13 a gallon to $3.36 at many stations. The 23-cent leap follows a slow decrease in prices over the past couple of weeks. And it comes at a time that analysts have been predicting a further drop.
McConnell supporter draws star power
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The stars come out for the woman who wants to take a Kentucky senator seat from Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Jerry Seinfeld, Danny DeVito and Barbra Streisand are among a long list of contributors to Alison Lundergan Grimes' campaign. The Democrat has reported $2.5 million in contributions from July through September and has $2 million cash on hand. McConnell raised $2.3 million over the same period, but has $10 million cash on hand.
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By Anna RohlederAnnaMetro. Wednesday, May 2, 2012 12:08:17 PM
Quick show of hands: how many of you are reading this on your phone or mobile device?
A new survey we published as part of our State of the Mobile Web series says that more than half of Opera users (56%, to be precise) get online through a mobile device only.
Through a collaboration we did with On Device Research, collecting over 34,000 responses worldwide, we learned that not only are Opera users less likely to use a desktop computer to browse the Internet, but they are also younger and more educated.
(We hope you also drink at least 2 liters of water a day, and wear a seatbelt when you go anywhere by car!)
Here are some of the other key findings:
- You guys are really mostly guys; only 1 in 5 Opera users is a woman. (This number is a little higher in South Africa and Thailand, however.)
- While the average age of an Opera user is between 18-24 globally, the typical age goes up to 35+ in Hungary, the Philippines, the United States and Malaysia.
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Johnathan Rambo
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- Familiarity: I've used it several times
- Fit: True to size
I got a pair of these in the non polarized and polarized versions. I thought I would try them out for casual sunglasses and compare them to my Revo's. In the end I think they are cool and stylish, but the lens quality in both the pol and nonpol versions is horrendous. If you are looking to look cool then this is your glasses, but put on a pair of Revo and or Maui Jim's right after these and you will then know what I am talking about. You can't beat a crystalline lens with a plastic lens. Aside from that they are light and you can put pretty much any lens in them you want. In the end If I am going to spend over 100 for sunglasses I want to get what I pay for.
Cool sunglasses
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- Familiarity: I've used it several times
- Fit: True to size
Excellent sunglasses, great fit, super comfortable and fashionable! I highly recommend them! the polarized is amazing.
Eric N.
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- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I love Frogskins. Great fit, lightweight, super durable and fantastic optical quality. They are great for any activity, but I particularly love them for snowboarding since they reduce glare without blocking out too much light. Perfect for tree runs on a sunny day or any situation where you are transitioning rapidly between bright sun and shade.
If you are looking for a high mirror finish go with the irradium lenses, the standard gray polarized lenses ar not as mirrored and seem to be a bit more translucent.
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Awesome glasses. Fit a medium-smaller face. if you have a big dome then I would discourage you from getting them. Fit my face well and stay put. as was said, definitely all style and less versatility. The glasses on the side and top outside corner let a lot of light in. I wear the polarized ones fishing all the time and the lenses do great. if I wear a hat then the light doesn't create a glare on the inside. Over all they are rad, and they work.
Great Glasses
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Great sunglasses, very light, stay on during all sorts of activity and look great also. I am vewry pleased with these glasses.
Da bestest
Spencer Davis
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Some people trash the frogs for being to expensive for the quality. To bad these are some of the nicest shades i've ever owned. YES!!! They are a very light pair of shades. How this means they're cheap is beyond me. I dont need a solid piece of steel on my face to feel like i spent my money well. The fit is perfect. Ever buy some cheap sunglasses that never seem to stay level on your face? Well do not worry as long you have a pretty symmetrical face your frogs will stay level. Also my frogs seem to grip my head just perfectly to stay on while I do my business, whether it's going to the store or passing lacrosse. One more upside these babys are made in amurica so it helps support uhmerican jobs and stuff. (really though its nice that Oakley still makes their stuff in the states)
Overall the Frogskins are a cool stylish pair of shades that are very well made. Just remember they're not indestructible
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Oakley is owned by a italian company called Luxottia. They basically produce and sell all major brands of glasses including Gucci and Prada. ( I also have their stock so your supporting me :) YAY)
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some of the frames are made in China now tho. Not sure if the frogskin frames are, however. Lenses are still made and tested in the US.
Christian Terrill
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For being a high-end sunglasses company, Oakley finally got these right and have made them good over and over again. If they could try to change them i would be very mad. What ever you do don't buy other ones by the original. GET THEM SON!
How can we figure that we've purchased the...
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How can we figure that we've purchased the original oakley?
coolest sunglasses ever!
Wael Hassan
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Frogskins are hands down the coolest shades around. I had ones that got stolen, bought them again, that's how passionate i am about them. There's not a time i wear it that people don't want to try them on.
I have the white frame with ruby iridium lenses.
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It actually sucks that frogskins are being offered on dogfunk
For many years the coolest part about frogskins was their demand. They weren't offered or distributed to all sunglass shops. At the early stage of the "limited supply" reissues, boutique shops sold dead-stock and sample early releases. Then the polarized, firmer, better built throwback versions came out and the demand stayed on a "need to know" basis. I knew one shop in Boston that sold FS's and I can admit i went an entire year - four seasons - with never seeing a single pair, aside from a green/clear/yellow lens classic pair some snowboarder chick had. That luster has worn off, I still love my "reissues" yeah they are polarized, yeah, they are light and delicate to the touch, but a little care and some pride? you have yourself a pair of shades. just dont buy them from here, go to your local shop and see what they can do for Chr*st sake
soooo comfortable
Emerson Takahashi
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I'm Japanese, so it's hard for me to find a well-fitting pair of sunglasses. I've tried so many brands like Smith, Anon, Native and Ray Ban... but nothing compared to the comfort of my Frogskins. These sunglasses don't weigh a thing either... unfortunately,this is the very reason I lost mine!! :(
I was hiking around the local crag to go climb, and I must have taken a hard step and they slid off my head and into a little crevice that I couldn't get to! Haha, of course this is all my fault, but it'd be maybe nicer if the inside of the arms had something a little more sticky.
Overall, the best pair of sunglasses I had ever owned.
Do these fold? the comment about the arms...
Mike Kelley
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Do these fold? the comment about the arms popping off has me confused i think...
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ya they fold like normal;
they pop off if you push the arms to far out
Light retro frames
Rich Wheeler
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Many people pick up a pair of frogs and automatically comment that they feel cheap. This comment seems to be due to how light these are. Since the Frogskin is more slim lined than a pair of Rayban Wayfarers, it is lighter. This is a good thing though. It feels like you have nothing on your face. Couple this with high end Oakley optics, and you have a super light, high end pair of shades. Of course these have good style too. Some people have said that these can't be used for active use. I've snowboarded with them plenty of times and never had a problem with them flying off or getting heavy wind drafts, across my eyes. I am sure there are other Oakleys that wrap better, but they probably weigh more than these.
Fit wise, I think these are similar to a size L rayban wayfarer frame. If you have a bigger head, these rule.
king of the hill
Arne Tjostheim
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this is the coolest thing I have ever bought! the retro 80's look just make Frogskins complete.
I have the Rootbeer color, and when I put them on. you can even enjoy watching the sun...
the best sunglasses money can buy
good style, not much else
Matt B
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First off, I love the Frogskins. Oakley's Frogskins have always been, and still are, one of the more sought after fashion accessories. But the Frogskins are fashion accessories, and not much else. The re-released frogskins were never intended to be anything other than streetwear. If you need something for sports/want something that will really stick to your face, go with almost any other Oakley sunglass (the Jupiter is a great Frogskins alternative). I give the Frogskins 4 stars only because there are little things that Oakley could do to improve the shades, such as narrowing the mold, beefing up the hinges, and spicing up the more recent colorways.
These ones are polarized, and Oakley polarization is AWESOME. Trust me.
Oakley Frogskin Sunglasses - Polarized
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Oakley Frogskin Sunglasses - Polarized, These are great, the lenses are so great, I got the black/grey and it is just the right tint on the lens, the polarization is key. They are super lightweight and the legs pop on and off to avoid breaking! Great for activities.
So much steeze
Lukas Duddleston
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I just love my frogskins. Just great sunglasses, love the retro 80s look. I love how light and comfy they are, i usually forget that im wearing them. Plus they are way cooler than ray bans.
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Waaaaaay cooler than RayBans. I love how the arms pop off so its basically impossible to break them without really trying to. I bought the Eric Koston signature series and sat on them, put them back together in seconds and continued my day. BEST SHADES EVER


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