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06/09/2026

THE RISING PHOENIX: CAES LAUNCHES 20 FACTS ON ZIMBABWE’S ECONOMIC RENAISSANCE

COUNTDOWN TO SADC ANTI SANCTIONS DAY_: 49 days to Go

As Zimbabwe approaches SADC Anti-Sanctions Day on 25 October 2026, Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe is launching a powerful digital countdown celebrating Zimbabwe’s resilience, economic recovery and determination to build a prosperous future.

Under the theme, “Zimbabwe the Rising Phoenix: Economic Renaissance Towards 2030”, the campaign will take Zimbabweans on a 20-part journey through some of the most interesting and significant facts about the country’s economic transformation under the leadership of His Excellency the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Cde. Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa.

The Phoenix has been deliberately chosen as the symbol of this campaign because it represents a nation that has faced adversity, endured difficult economic conditions and continued to rise, rebuild and renew itself.

The story of Zimbabwe’s economy is complex, and the challenges facing ordinary citizens remain real. However, the economic story of the country cannot be told only through its difficulties. There is another story that deserves attention: the story of recovery, resilience, production, exports, investment, infrastructure, agriculture, mining, manufacturing and a country seeking to position itself for the opportunities of the next decade.

The 20 Facts campaign will look beyond statistics. It will explore the Zimbabwean farmer whose fields contribute to national production, the miner extracting valuable resources from beneath the country’s soil, the entrepreneur building a business, the manufacturer creating products, the exporter taking Zimbabwean goods to international markets and the young Zimbabwean whose innovation represents the country’s future.

It will also examine the country’s progress towards economic stability and the broader objective of Vision 2030.

The IMF has noted that Zimbabwe’s recent policy implementation has helped consolidate stabilisation gains and that continued reforms are important for macroeconomic stability, debt resolution and international re-engagement.

The message of the campaign is therefore simple: Zimbabwe’s story is not finished.

It is a story still being written.

For CAES Zimbabwe, SADC Anti-Sanctions Day provides an opportunity not only to highlight the continued illegal sanctions and their economic consequences, but also to place Zimbabwe’s economic resilience within the broader context of national development.

The campaign will count down to 25 October with facts that ordinary Zimbabweans can understand, share and discuss. Each fact will focus on a different dimension of the country’s economic journey, from agriculture and mining to exports, tourism, manufacturing, infrastructure, investment, innovation and the aspirations of Vision 2030.

The 20 facts will ask an important question: What does Zimbabwe’s economic renaissance actually look like?

It looks like a farmer returning to productive fields after a devastating drought.

It looks like gold, lithium, platinum and other minerals generating export earnings.

It looks like to***co finding markets beyond Zimbabwe’s borders.

It looks like factories increasing production.

It looks like infrastructure being developed.

It looks like Zimbabwean businesses competing in regional and international markets.

It looks like young people creating enterprises and seeking opportunities.

And, ultimately, it looks like a country determined to turn its natural and human potential into sustainable national prosperity.

The campaign will not suggest that every economic challenge has disappeared. Zimbabwe continues to face significant structural challenges, including external debt arrears, limited access to long-term financing, unemployment, poverty and the need for stronger inclusive growth. The African Development Bank continues to identify these challenges while simultaneously recognising the country’s strong post-drought economic rebound.

That is precisely why the Phoenix is such a fitting symbol.

A Phoenix does not rise because there was never a fire.

It rises because it survived the fire.

As the countdown begins, CAES Zimbabwe invites citizens across the country and Zimbabweans in the diaspora to follow, share and engage with the 20 Facts About Zimbabwe’s Economic Renaissance.

From the first fact to the twentieth, the campaign will tell one overarching story:

Zimbabwe has endured.

Zimbabwe is producing.

Zimbabwe is rebuilding.

Zimbabwe is rising.

And as the nation looks towards 2030, the vision is not simply to recover from yesterday’s challenges, but to build a stronger, more productive, more industrialised and more economically empowered Zimbabwe.

The countdown to SADC Anti-Sanctions Day has begun.

49 DAYS. 20 FACTS. ONE RISING PHOENIX.

ZIMBABWE THE RISING PHOENIX: ECONOMIC RENAISSANCE TOWARDS 2030.

OUR PEOPLE. OUR POTENTIAL. OUR 2030.

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29/07/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CITIZENS AGAINST ECONOMIC SANCTIONS (CAES) ZIMBABWE WARNS AGAINST PARTICIPATION IN ILLEGAL 31 JULY PROTESTS

Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe unequivocally calls upon all its members, partners, supporters and the general citizenry to refrain from participating in the illegal protests being mobilised for 31 July 2026.

As an organisation, with over 300 000 members, committed to safeguarding Zimbabwe’s sovereignty, constitutional order and economic development, CAES Zimbabwe firmly believes that no genuine national interest is served through unlawful acts that threaten peace, destabilise communities or undermine the country’s developmental agenda.

Zimbabwe is a sovereign and independent nation whose affairs must be determined by its people through constitutional and democratic processes, free from unlawful interference or attempts to create instability. We remain steadfast in our conviction that national progress can only be achieved in an environment of peace, unity and respect for the rule of law.

CAES Zimbabwe is fully aware of the dangers posed by engineered chaos, deliberate attempts to sow disorder, incite confrontation and disrupt economic activity under the guise of civic action. Such actions have, in many parts of the world, resulted in the destruction of livelihoods, loss of investment opportunities and unnecessary suffering for ordinary citizens. Zimbabwe must not become a victim of such tactics.

We therefore urge every Zimbabwean, particularly our members across all provinces, to reject calls for illegal protests and instead continue contributing positively to nation-building, economic productivity and community development. Let us protect the peace and stability that remain fundamental to attracting investment, creating employment and improving the quality of life for all Zimbabweans.

CAES Zimbabwe reiterates that every citizen has the right to express views within the confines of the Constitution and the laws of Zimbabwe. However, rights must always be exercised responsibly and in a manner that respects public order, the rights of others and the country’s constitutional framework.

Our message is clear: Zimbabwe’s sovereignty is not negotiable. Peace is not optional. Engineered chaos has no place in our nation, and attempts to undermine constitutional order through illegal means must be rejected by every patriotic Zimbabwean.

Together, let us continue defending Zimbabwe against economic sanctions while promoting peace, unity, stability and sustainable national development.

Issued by:

Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe
National Information and Publicity Secretary For Information and Publicity
Cllr Simphiwe Vuyelwa Mguni

12/06/2026

ZIMBABWE: THE RISING PHOENIX

By Cllr Simphiwe Vuyelwa Mguni

There are nations that rise in easy seasons, and there are nations that rise after fire.

Zimbabwe’s story is not one of untouched prosperity. It is a story of endurance.

Following the Land reform program, the 2000s were years that left deep marks on the country’s economy. Industries slowed, investment retreated, inflation reached painful levels and opportunities became harder to find. Families adapted. Communities carried one another. Many Zimbabweans left home in search of work while others stayed and rebuilt with what they had.

Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act (ZIDERA), together with related restrictions and broader international financial caution, contributed to limiting access to international finance, increasing country risk and weakening economic opportunities. Regional bodies including SADC and the African Union have repeatedly called for the removal of sanctions and restrictions affecting Zimbabwe.

The land reform program led to Zimbabwe becoming the subject of sanctions and restrictions led principally through the United States’ ZIDERA framework and other international measures. The United Nations Human Rights Council Special Rapporteurs who visited Zimbabwe observed that sanctions have indeed created wider effects by increasing uncertainty, discouraging investment, restricting access to lines of credit and worsening conditions for ordinary people.

Yet history teaches something remarkable.

Fire does not always end a story.

Sometimes it begins a new chapter.

That is the meaning of “The Rising Phoenix.”

The phoenix is not powerful because it never burns. It becomes powerful because it rises after burning.

Zimbabwe’s economy today presents itself as a nation attempting to write that next chapter.

The introduction of the gold-backed ZiG currency represented an effort to anchor monetary stability through tangible reserves and rebuild confidence after years of currency instability. At the same time, the country has continued expanding strategic gold holdings and positioning mineral wealth as a foundation for long-term economic recovery.

Across the country, there are signs of a different economic rhythm emerging.

Tourism has returned as one of Zimbabwe’s strongest stories. Beyond wildlife and natural wonders, the country has begun presenting itself through culture, heritage and food. Gastronomy tourism has increasingly become part of that conversation, championed through the work of the First Lady, Dr Auxilia Mnangagwa, promoting Zimbabwe’s traditional cuisine and cultural identity as economic assets.

Communities themselves are becoming part of the growth story.

Citizens are building businesses. Village enterprises are appearing. Diaspora remittances continue to support households, education and investment. Mining remains one of Zimbabwe’s major growth sectors while entrepreneurs continue opening new spaces for value creation.

International engagement has also become a major pillar of the country’s current direction.

His Excellency President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa’s re-engagement policy has sought to rebuild international relationships while maintaining Zimbabwe’s position on sovereignty and development.
Zimbabwe assumed the Chairmanship of SADC, reflecting regional confidence and leadership responsibility.

More recently, Zimbabwe also secured election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, which is recognition of the country’s expanding international engagement.

Developments within relations with Europe have also evolved. With the European Union removing sanctions earlier this year, which signalled interest in deeper engagement, trade and investment relations with Zimbabwe.

But perhaps the most important measure of recovery is not found in GDP percentages, reserve balances or investment announcements.

It is found in people.

It is found in the graduate who stays and builds.

It is found in the family receiving support from relatives abroad.

It is found in the farmer who drills a borehole.

It is found in the young entrepreneur who starts with little and grows something meaningful.

It is found in citizens who believe that difficult seasons are not permanent.

That is why the image of the Rising Phoenix matters.

Not because Zimbabwe never suffered.

Not because every problem has disappeared.

But because after hardship, after pressure, after years of economic struggle and debate, there remains a national belief that renewal is possible.

The Rising Phoenix is not the absence of ashes.

It is the decision to rise anyway.

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*CITIZENS AGAINST ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ZIMBABWE INFORMATION HUB*

12/06/2026

CAES NOTES COURT OUTCOME IN MT. DARWIN BOREHOLE MATTER AND REAFFIRMS ITS DEVELOPMENT MANDATE

Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe notes the outcome of proceedings before the Provincial Magistrates Court sitting at Mt. Darwin in relation to allegations of borehole fraud brought against CAES Executive Director, Mr Martin Zharare.

The matter arose from allegations connected to the Village Business Unit (VBU) Borehole Drilling Programme, an initiative intended to support rural water access and contribute to community economic development. Following court proceedings, the court discharged the accused at the close of the State case and recorded a finding of not guilty on the two counts before the court.

CAES respects the outcome of the judicial process and reiterates its long-standing position that allegations should be addressed through lawful institutions, evidence-based processes and constitutional mechanisms.

As a mass mobilisation organisation advocating for the removal of economic sanctions on Zimbabwe, CAES maintains that sanctions adversely affected economic opportunities, access to development financing and the pace of community transformation, particularly in rural areas. It is within this broader context that CAES continues to support initiatives aimed at strengthening livelihoods, expanding productive capacity and improving access to essential infrastructure.

The Village Business Unit Borehole Programme remains part of a broader vision to promote local economic activity, improve water access and support community resilience through practical development interventions.

CAES further reaffirms its commitment to unity, peace and development, and remains opposed to factionalism and disunity within the organisation. Internal matters will continue to be managed through constitutional procedures and established governance structures.

Under this year’s theme, “The Rising Phoenix,” CAES believes Zimbabwean communities can continue to rebuild, renew and expand opportunities through coordinated development efforts and citizen participation.

CAES remains committed to advancing its mission through lawful, constitutional and development-focused engagement in line with the Constitution of Zimbabwe and the Constitution of the organisation.

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*CITIZENS AGAINST ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ZIMBABWE INFORMATION HUB*

03/06/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, MAKOROKOTO, AMHLOPHE

Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe warmly congratulates His Excellency President Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa and the people of Zimbabwe on the country's historic election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.

This landmark achievement represents another significant chapter in Zimbabwe's reintegration into the global community. Coming in the wake of the lifting of the European Union restrictive measures and the continued strengthening of Zimbabwe's international relations, this victory reflects growing global confidence in Zimbabwe's leadership, diplomacy and vision for peace and development.

Under the theme of the Rising Phoenix and Zimbabwe's Economic Renaissance, this achievement demonstrates a nation that continues to rise, rebuild and reclaim its rightful place among the family of nations. The overwhelming support received from the international community is a testament to the success of the Second Republic's engagement and re-engagement policy.
As Citizens Against Economic Sanctions Information Hub, we celebrate this proud moment and reaffirm our commitment to advocating for a prosperous, sovereign and globally connected Zimbabwe.

Cllr Simphiwe Vuyelwa Mguni�National Secretary for Information and Publicity�Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe

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05/05/2026

CAES CALLS ON MEMBERS TO SEND EMAILS IN SUPPORT OF CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT BILL NO. 3

Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe is encouraging all its members across the country to actively participate in the ongoing public consultations on Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3, by supporting via email.

As an organisation committed to national development and policy engagement, CAES believes it is important for citizens to make their voices heard through formal parliamentary processes.

Members are therefore urged to submit their views in support of the Bill via email to the Clerk of Parliament at [email protected] before the end of the public consultation period.

In line with its founding principles, CAES remains committed to upholding constitutionalism, guided both by the Constitution of Zimbabwe and its own organisational constitution, ensuring that all its processes and engagements are conducted in an orderly, lawful and transparent manner.

CAES continues to promote constructive national engagement, unity and the strengthening of governance processes through active citizen participation.

05/05/2026

CAES RESUMES RURAL BOREHOLE DRILLING PROGRAMME WITH ZANU PF BACKING

The Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe, under the leadership of Executive Director Martin Zharare, is set to resume its Village Business Units (VBU) borehole drilling, water tank installation and solarisation programme across all provinces, following formal communication from the ZANU PF Commissariat Department.

The directive, issued by the National Political Commissar, Munyaradzi Machacha, confirms that the initiative will recommence in May 2026 as part of a broader push to enhance rural water access and drive grassroots economic empowerment.

According to the official communication, the programme will be implemented in all provinces, targeting underserved communities with critical water infrastructure. The Village Business Units model integrates borehole drilling with water storage and solar-powered systems, ensuring sustainability and long-term functionality, particularly in remote areas where access to electricity remains limited.

Importantly, CAES will fully fund and execute the programme using its own resources, with a clear assurance that villagers will not be required to pay for any of the services rendered. This approach reinforces the organisation’s commitment to community upliftment while easing the financial burden on rural households.

The initiative aligns with ZANU PF’s broader development agenda, which prioritises improving livelihoods, strengthening rural economies, and expanding access to essential services. By combining infrastructure development with empowerment-driven models such as VBUs, the programme is expected to stimulate local economic activity while addressing water insecurity.

Provincial leadership structures have been called upon to support and coordinate the rollout to ensure efficiency and maximum impact. Collaboration between party structures, local communities and CAES implementation teams will be central to the programme’s success.

As Zimbabwe continues to pursue inclusive development, the resumption of the CAES borehole drilling programme signals a renewed focus on practical, community-level interventions that directly improve daily living conditions while laying the foundation for long-term economic resilience.

24/03/2026

The Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) Zimbabwe today conducted a Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 awareness meeting at Entenjane in Ward 13 of Mangwe District, bringing together community members and key stakeholders to deepen understanding of the proposed legislative changes. The meeting was led by District Chairlady Angelina Nkomo and was attended by traditional leaders, ZANU PF district leadership, CAES National Widows Chairlady Hlalani Mguni, and CAES National Secretary for Information and Publicity, Councillor Simphiwe Vuyelwa Mguni.

Participants engaged in discussions on the significance of Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, with emphasis placed on its role in strengthening governance structures and promoting national development in the face of ongoing economic sanctions. Speakers highlighted the importance of community awareness and active citizen participation in constitutional processes, while also calling for unity among Zimbabweans in supporting national programmes that safeguard sovereignty and drive progress while advocating for the removal of economic sanctions renaissance.

Executive Director Martin Zharare commended the Mangwe community for its active participation, stating, “It is through engagements like these that we empower our people with knowledge and ensure that constitutional processes remain inclusive and people-driven. Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 is not just a legal instrument, but a tool to strengthen our national governance framework and reinforce our collective vision for a sovereign and prosperous Zimbabwe free from the constraints of illegal economic sanctions.”

24/03/2026

Members of the Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) have expressed strong support for Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, describing it as a necessary step towards strengthening governance, enhancing national development, and aligning the country’s legal framework with the aspirations of its people. Zimbabweans must stand united in purpose, rising above divisions to support reforms that safeguard sovereignty and promote inclusive growth. The organisation reiterated that unity remains the cornerstone of resilience, urging citizens across all sectors to rally behind national programmes and legislative processes that seek to build a stronger, more self-reliant Zimbabwe.

22/03/2026

CAES RESTRUCTURES BOARD FOLLOWING UNCONSTITUTIONAL ATTEMPTS TO DESTABILISE THE ORGANISATION AND CAUSE DISUNITY

Order is restored as Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) has undertaken a decisive restructuring of its leadership following what it described as unconstitutional efforts by a group of members to destabilise the organisation and create divisions within its ranks. The resolutions were adopted at an Extra-Ordinary Annual General Meeting (EAGM) held in Harare on 19 March 2026, convened in accordance with the organisation’s constitution.

The meeting, which brought together paid-up National Executive members from across all ten provinces, including Mashonaland West, Mashonaland East, Mashonaland Central, Masvingo, Matabeleland North, Matabeleland South, Midlands, Manicaland, Bulawayo and Harare, reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to constitutionalism, unity and disciplined leadership.

Central to the resolutions was the dissolution of the Board Executive Committee on grounds of rebellion and for allegedly establishing parallel structures and conducting unsanctioned meetings outside the framework of the organisation’s constitution. *Those removed include Ellison Muchenje (Chief Samuriwo), Sylvia Dhliwayo, Wallace Matavire and Zezai James Katonje*. The decision signals a firm stance by CAES against internal conduct deemed to undermine institutional cohesion and governance.

In reinforcing its leadership structure, the EAGM proceeded to elect a new Board Executive Committee adequately representing provincial interests. Zharare Martin was elected Chairman, with Onismo Hweta assuming the role of Deputy Chairman. Triciah Netsai Magombedze was elected Secretary, supported by Thembelihle Sithole as Deputy Secretary. Hon Hlalani Mguni was elected as the First Committee Member representing Matabeleland South, while Advocate Zondani Mpofu was elected Second Committee Member representing the Midlands. Evangelista Mutumhe was appointed Treasurer representing Harare.

Further strengthening internal accountability mechanisms, the organisation elected members to its Disciplinary Committee. Netsai Gappa will represent Manicaland, Masase Tawedzerwa will represent Masvingo, and Rungano Macdonald will represent Bulawayo. These appointments are expected to enhance internal oversight and ensure adherence to organisational procedures and ethical standards.

In addition, the Executive Committee exercised its mandate under section 7(1) of the organisation’s constitution to appoint Zharare Martin as Executive Director, consolidating administrative and strategic leadership within the organisation.

The outcomes of the EAGM reflect a broader effort by CAES to protect its institutional integrity and maintain focus on its core mandate of advocating for the removal of economic sanctions. By addressing internal challenges through constitutional processes, the organisation has positioned itself to move forward with renewed unity and clarity of purpose.

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