ZAPU president Sibangilizwe Nkomo has acknowledged deep internal divisions within the opposition party, warning that infighting and legal challenges threaten its stability ahead of an elective congress. In an internal memo, he said attacks largely stem from within party ranks and accused rivals of undermining his leadership since his 2021 election. The dispute reflects broader opposition fragmentation in Zimbabwe, which analysts say continues to weaken challenges to the ruling Zanu PF.

Zimbabwe’s National Mine Workers Union called for higher wages and benefits for low-paid mining workers, arguing that earnings have lagged behind rising global mineral prices. Union president Lawrence Nhomboka urged a minimum monthly wage of US$1,200 for general workers and a doubling of production bonuses. He also pressed mining firms to introduce housing and education support, framing the demands as part of broader labor and social justice reforms.

Chief Justice Luke Malaba rejected claims that Zimbabwe’s judiciary is captured. He insisted that courts operate independently and serve all citizens equally. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Judicial Year, he said justice is a public good grounded in constitutional values of inclusivity, accountability, and equality before the law. Malaba said judicial reforms must remove barriers to access and be judged by their impact on ordinary litigants.

ZANU-PF Harare provincial commissar Voyage Dambuza urged party members to avoid misinformation and factionalism, warning that internal divisions undermine mobilization and development goals. Speaking to district leaders in Epworth, he called for unity under President Emmerson Mnangagwa and disciplined grassroots leadership. Party officials, including war veterans and women’s league leaders, echoed the message ahead of a First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa event.

South African border authorities intercepted more than 50 undocumented minors at the Beitbridge border in two recent incidents and plan to meet Zimbabwean officials to address the trend. Officials stopped 20 children aged five to 17 last week and another 33 aged four to 15 on Tuesday while traveling without documents. Authorities arrested two Zimbabwean men for immigration offenses and handed all children to social services.

Zimbabwe’s government allocated US$10 million in the 2026 budget of the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation to support local content production and expand television and radio services. Information Minister Jenfan Muswere said the funding will support new channels, community radio growth, and heritage-based broadcasting, while stimulating the creative industry. The initiative was accompanied by planned policy reforms, including a Film Policy and amendments to broadcasting laws.