Travel advisory from Zambia High Commission Gaborone

Charge d'Affaires at the Zambian Mission in Gaborone, Mr. Goodwell Lungu has advised Zambian nationals intending to travel to neighboring Botswana that restrictions at the Kazungula Border Crossing will be lifted effective 1st December, 2020, By Diramakini Reporter.

According to Kasabo Kalusa, first secretary -press and public relations at Zambia’s High, Mr. Lungu says the development follows the pronouncement made by the Botswana Government following the approval by President Mokgweetsi Masisi that international travel will be allowed in a phased approach.

Mr. Lungu says admission into the country will need travellers to produce a valid COVID-19 test result done within 72 hours before departure. The Acting Head of Mission said the development will open a major commercial transit route and destination in Southern Africa between Zambia and Botswana.

He further explained that opening the Kazungula Border Crossing signals plans by Zambia and Botswana to operationalise the Kazungula Bridge in the first quarter of 2021.

"We have been advised by the Government of Botswana that the border between our two countries via Kazungula Border will be open for movements on 1st December, 2020. International flights into Botswana will resume on 9th November 2020. All travelers shall need to present a valid 72 hours COVID-19 test result and will be required to be screened for any possible symptoms through temperature checks," Mr. Lungu said.

Mr. Lungu encouraged Zambians to adhere to the health provisions and protocols being implemented by the host country.  Mr. Lungu also advised visiting Zambians to inform the Mission in Gaborone of their presence in the country to promote consular interactions.