Government has advised Zambian nationals residing in or visiting the Gulf region to exercise heightened caution following ongoing security incidents reported in parts of the Middle East.
In a travel and security advisory issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Zambian citizens have been urged to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to safety guidelines issued by local authorities as the situation continues to evolve.
The Ministry has called on Zambians in affected areas to stay indoors, avoid travelling near military installations or key government infrastructure, and refrain from undertaking non-essential travel until stability is restored.
“Zambian nationals in the affected areas are strongly urged to remain vigilant, stay indoors and avoid all travel near military installations or key government infrastructure,” the Ministry stated.
The government has further directed citizens to maintain regular contact with the nearest Zambian diplomatic mission for registration and assistance, while ensuring that travel documents for themselves and their family members remain valid and easily accessible.
The advisory also instructs citizens to immediately move to designated protected spaces such as shelters or reinforced rooms upon hearing sirens or receiving alerts from local emergency authorities, and to remain there until the threat has completely passed.
“Strictly follow real-time instructions and alerts published by local authorities and do not attempt to move between buildings until the threat has passed,” the Ministry added.
Meanwhile, the Ministry has cautioned travelers against going to airports without confirming flight operations with airlines due to temporary partial airspace closures in parts of the region.
The Ministry has assured that the government is maintaining constant engagement with relevant authorities through Zambian diplomatic missions accredited to countries in the Gulf region to monitor developments and provide timely updates.
The Ministry has also reaffirmed its commitment to the protection and welfare of Zambian citizens abroad, stating that further guidance, including possible evacuation procedures will be communicated should the security situation deteriorate.
Too late. Where were you when US ships were sailing to the gulf?
It would be best for all Zambian citizens to leave the entire gulf region for their own safety .Those leaving Zambia with Etihad or Emirates airlines should also cancel those plans.
Don’t alarm people….too much Propaganda…..everything is under control News Channel too much sensationalism
I am currently in Dubai and there are no problems here, the UAE authorities have everything under control. I was at the beech on Sunday and it was just a normal day.
@Paul
I agree with you…this is what the media is capable of doing….too much Propaganda…..am in New York and everything seems normal…but if watch the news you’d think everyone is in the streets either celebrating or protesting….but the streets of New York are quiet
Mr Haimbe sir please don’t watch sensational news and put fear in Zambians…..there’s no war here
And the price of crude oil might go up. And the opposition will accuse UPND government.
Regardless it will go up after elections much like zmw/$$
shall we call it act of god ????
Some of these key board commentators dont realise that the government has a responsibility to issue travel security advisory services for Zambians. The same commentators would be in the forefront condemning the government if the government doesnt assist Zambians stuck in foreign lands facing crisis. The level of functional illiteracy displayed by some people is amazing!!
You cant travel to this region from Zambia as Dubai Airport is closed and Emirates are not flying. Even if you wanted to, you cant travel. No need to warn people not too as there is no way to get there.
The travel and security advisory is for Zambians already in that region. It is better to read what the government has issued on this travel and security advisory before making comments !!
Just to let you know, I am sat in Jumeirah, Dubai at this very moment and its just like a normal day…. why scare people.
Paul the Zambian government is not just concerned about your individual situation where you say you are think you are safe… The Zambian government has a responsibility to ensure advise is given to all Zambians in a region where there is on-going war between Iran and Israel/USA. The government is not scaring people at all ! Do you think you are the only one with access to information on what is happening in that region??
This disruption is unpredicted, Dubai the world’s busiest international hub has closed for a third consecutive day amid the most acute aviation shock since the Covid pandemic paralysed the industry.
The industry will have to reconfigure it’s connections. We could be looking at more direct flights into KK International Airport – Lusaka.
That’s what’s up.