Zimbabwe’s justice system is set for a major overhaul as the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) embarks on a new strategy to enhance fairness, transparency, and public confidence in the prosecution process.
Prosecutor-General Loyce Matanda-Moyo announced the move during the NPAZ Strategic Plan Review Workshop held in Bulawayo, where senior prosecutors and directors met to assess progress under the 2021–2025 plan and set priorities for the next five years.
Moyo said the new strategy will focus on delivering justice faster, embracing digital innovation, and intensifying the fight against corruption.
“We must continue to build public trust through just, effective, and timely prosecution of cases. Our duty is to protect citizens from crime and corruption while promoting a peaceful and secure nation,” she said.
The Prosecutor-General highlighted that the NPAZ had made progress in clearing case backlogs and improving efficiency in recent years.
“We declared war on case backlogs and inefficiency, and we are winning. Our clearance rate has gone up to 74.2%, which shows that our efforts are paying off. Justice must not only be done but must be done quickly,” Moyo said.
Moyo reaffirmed her office’s commitment to tackling corruption both within the NPAZ and across government institutions.
“The era of impunity is over. We have secured 17 convictions in high-profile corruption cases and recovered over eight million US dollars in assets for the Treasury,” she said. “We will continue to send a clear message that corruption has no place in Zimbabwe.”
She also warned that prosecutors who engage in misconduct will face disciplinary action.
“In our fight against corruption, there are no sacred cows. Prosecutors who abuse their office will face the law. We must be examples of the integrity we expect from others,” Moyo said.
As part of its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, the NPAZ will prioritise digitalisation and staff development.
“We want to see 90% of cases cleared within set timelines. We will also expand digital prosecution and introduce remote hearings to make justice faster and more accessible,” Moyo said.
She noted that improving staff welfare was also a key component of the new plan.
“We have secured 57 housing stands for prosecutors, and we are renovating offices across the country. Our people are our greatest strength,” she said.
Moyo added that Zimbabwe was stepping up international cooperation in promoting integrity and anti-corruption initiatives.
“We partnered with the Russian Federation for a youth anti-corruption competition, and Zimbabwe submitted over 60 entries. This shows our young people are ready to take part in promoting integrity and justice,” she said.
The Prosecutor-General said the NPAZ’s renewed strategic direction would strengthen public confidence in Zimbabwe’s justice system and ensure that “justice is not only done, but seen to be done.”