Former Zanu-PF member Sybeth Musengezi criticized President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration for failing to curb corruption, saying development benefits only politically connected elites. He cited Zimbabwe’s declining Corruption Perceptions Index score as evidence of worsening governance. Musengezi also accused Zanu-PF of manipulating electoral processes, criticized weak opposition parties, and said his group, Si-G, is building a nationwide campaign to challenge the ruling party in the 2028 elections.

Zimbabwean opposition figure Nelson Chamisa announced his return to active politics after nearly two years away, saying he aimed to rebuild and unite a fragmented opposition. Speaking in Harare, Chamisa cited economic hardship, governance concerns, and democratic deficits as drivers of his comeback. He outlined plans to engage opposition leaders and civic groups but stopped short of launching a new party, instead calling for a broad-based national political reset.

Zimbabwe’s energy minister sought to allay environmental and community concerns over the Batoka Gorge Hydroelectric Scheme, a joint Zimbabwe–Zambia project near Victoria Falls. He said assessments showed no displacement, no impact on the Falls, and tangible local benefits through infrastructure and jobs. Project engineers said the dam design and reservoir limits protected the World Heritage site. The 2,400MW scheme aimed to boost regional power security.

A Zimbabwean diaspora advocacy group begun fundraising to pursue legal action seeking expanded voting rights for citizens abroad ahead of the 2028 elections. The initiative aims to challenge laws that restrict external voting to diplomats and state officials, excluding millions living overseas. Activists argue the rules undermine equal citizenship and democratic inclusion, reviving a long-running debate that has seen past court challenges and policy discussions fail to deliver reform.

Zimbabwe has intensified efforts to join the BRICS bloc as part of a strategy to diversify economic partnerships and access alternative development financing. Government says membership could strengthen trade ties, attract investment, and reduce reliance on Western-dominated financial systems. Analysts argue BRICS entry may improve access to infrastructure funding, technology transfer and emerging markets, supporting growth amid global economic realignments.

Zimbabwe’s tax authority intensified enforcement against transfer pricing abuse and fund externalization, deploying artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics to identify high-risk companies. Zimra said the systems enabled large-scale detection across sectors including mining, manufacturing, and telecoms, triggering forensic audits, reassessments, and penalties. Officials estimated illicit flows cost over US$1.5 billion annually and said tougher enforcement supported revenue mobilization, foreign-currency stability, and fiscal sustainability.

Zimbabwe’s government said it was reviewing and cutting regulatory and municipal levies affecting the telecommunications sector. This followed concerns from operators over high cost drivers for data and voice services. ICT Minister Tatenda Mavetera said reduced fees would lower operating costs and support more competitive tariffs once new regulations were gazetted. The measures formed part of a broader digital transformation strategy to improve affordability, expand connectivity, and support sector sustainability.

Chinese investment in Zimbabwe is rising. About 500 Chinese investors registered in 2025 and are planning nearly US$2.5 billion in investments, much of it in manufacturing. Officials say this reflects confidence in Zimbabwe’s “open for business” policy and supports Vision 2030 goals. Projects such as the Dinson Iron and Steel Company are expected to strengthen industrial capacity, create jobs, boost exports, and contribute to infrastructure and community development.