Zimbabwe's Mnangagwa Launches National Artificial Intelligence Plan
Last update: March 16, 2026
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The strategy is meant to boost the southern country's digital transformation...
President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Friday March 13, 2026, launched Zimbabwe's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy (2026–2030) at the New Parliament Building in Mount Hampden.
The president outlined plans which would integrate AI technologies across the public sector.
Footage showed attendees seated in the parliament chamber as Mnangagwa delivered his address, while an accompanying exhibition displayed modern robots and drones demonstrating emerging technologies.
The strategy accelerated innovation, improved public service delivery and supported the country's broader digital transformation agenda.
"It is a bold response to the disruptive effects of the ever-evolving technological era," Mnangagwa said. "This strategy should help unleash our full potential and open new frontiers in agriculture, mining, healthcare and financial education."
Mnangagwa also announced the establishment of a specialised research centre that developed artificial intelligence expertise. He added that the government introduced incentives which encouraged businesses' adopt AI technologies.
"My administration stands ready to offer incentives to businesses that integrate artificial intelligence to augment efficiencies and productivity," said Mnangagwa.
Tatenda Mavetera, Zimbabwe's Minister of Information, Communication Technology, said the government upgraded its digital infrastructure which support the adoption of AI across the country.
"For us as a country, we need to embed AI in all our operations. Even for government, we are now ready. We are even training artificial intelligence for all our public servants," she added.
Several groups like the Zimbabwe Computer Society and the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe, participated in the development of the strategy, alongside United Nations agencies and technical experts.
Officials say the initiative is expected to guide Zimbabwe's use of emerging technologies and strengthen the role of AI in supporting economic growth and improved public services.
