Zimbabwe: Cabinet Approves New Anti-Corruption Strategy for 2026-2030

What the report says

Zimbabwe’s Cabinet has approved a new five-year anti-corruption plan covering 2026 to 2030, according to a report distributed by AllAfrica from 263Chat. The strategy is intended to improve accountability, strengthen law enforcement, and curb corruption across public institutions. Information Minister Zhemu Soda outlined the decision at a post-Cabinet briefing in Harare.

The plan, called the National Anti-Corruption Strategy 2, is framed as a coordinated effort involving government agencies, civil society and citizens. It is built around six areas: legal reform, stronger institutions, enforcement, public engagement, action in high-risk sectors and digitalisation. The report says the government wants the framework to improve the investigation and prosecution of corruption-related offences while also placing more emphasis on prevention.

According to the article, the strategy will be tied to government budgets and workplans, with support expected from development partners while Zimbabwe retains responsibility for implementation. Officials also see digital tools as a way to make public services more transparent and reduce corruption risks in routine administrative processes.

The approval comes amid continued pressure for greater transparency and institutional reform in Zimbabwe. As reported by 263Chat, the plan’s impact will depend on how effectively it is implemented and whether enforcement bodies can act independently and consistently.