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Plumtree
City in Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe
Overview
Plumtree is a small but lively border town in Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe, serving as a gateway between Zimbabwe and Botswana. Known for its cultural blend and busy market life, the town offers a unique insight into cross-border commerce and local traditions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zimbabwe
Province
Matabeleland South
Population
14,460
Time Zone
Africa/Harare
Coordinates
-20.48°, 27.82°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$478
Local Cost
$295
Local Income
$80
Cashless
30
English
50
Temperature
20.4°C
Summer Avg
23.3°C
Winter Avg
15.3°C
Record High
39.6°C
Record Low
0.3°C
Humidity
51%
Precipitation
543 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.
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