Great news for everyone in Zimbabwe! The exciting announcement of the Harare Zimbabwe Temple came straight from our beloved Prophet Thomas S. Monson during the 186th Annual General Conference on April 3, 2016. This was just the beginning of a beautiful journey toward creating a special place for Temple Work and community!
On December 12, 2020, we had the wonderful groundbreaking ceremony led by Elder Edward Dube, a native of Zimbabwe and an inspiring leader in our Church. He shared heartfelt words: “As we watch the rising of this building from the ground up, may we also turn our hearts upward to Thee and Thy Son, our Savior Jesus Christ.” It was such a memorable day, especially with President Mnangagwa attending and highlighting the Church’s positive impact on the country’s development and well-being. At the groundbreaking ceremony was President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, was also in attendance. President Mnangagwa praised the Church in his remarks, saying, “The contribution of the Church to national development and social well being of the citizenry cannot be overemphasized.”
Get ready for some fantastic news! The Harare Zimbabwe Temple will open its doors for a Public Open House from January 22 to February 7, 2026. What a great opportunity for everyone to come and see this amazing new temple located at 65 Enterprise Road, Highlands, Harare! Spanning 6.7 acres, this beautiful building will stand tall at 103 feet 4 inches and will feature a charming single attached end spire, although it doesn’t have a gold-leafed Angel Moroni. Inside, it will be spacious and welcoming with two Instruction Rooms, two Sealing Rooms, and one baptistry, all together making up 17,247 square feet of sacred space.
The artistic rendering of the temple, revealed on October 1, 2020, captured everyone’s hearts, and construction is something many people are eagerly anticipating. This temple is such a blessing, especially since it will save our wonderful members the long trip—up to 13 hours—to the Johannesburg South African Temple. Serving as the first temple in our stunning country of Zimbabwe and the eighth in Africa, it’s a significant step forward for our local community, which includes around 26,000 members, six stakes, and two districts.
Let’s not forget the memorable visit from Prophet Russell M. Nelson on April 17, 2018! His presence at the temple site brought so much excitement and encouragement for everyone involved. The Harare Zimbabwe Temple is set to be more than just a beautiful building; it’s going to be a warm and welcoming haven for all of us! We can’t wait to see it rise and to enjoy this special space together. Mark your calendars—exciting times are ahead!