Zimbabwe faces a deep crisis of confidence stemming from economic instability, currency problems and ineffective governance under ZANU-PF. Despite international re-engagement efforts, the government prioritises short-term survival over structural reforms. With weakened state institutions, a fragmented opposition and constrained civil society organisations, Zimbabwe remains trapped in cycles of dysfunction, making democratic transformation increasingly difficult.

About the author

Ringisai Chikohomero is a Research Consultant at the Institute for Security Studies.