Zimbabwe

Oct

26

2026

Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Trust Urges Africa to Firmly Support Cuba in Vote Against U.S. Blockade

Harare, October 26, 2026 – The Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Trust (ZAST) today urged African nations to support Cuba in the upcoming United Nations General Assembly vote on a resolution against the blockade imposed by the United States on the Caribbean island.

The statement, titled “Africa Must Support Cuba: A Call for Solidarity,” noted that the Caribbean nation stood with Africa during its liberation struggles and has contributed significantly to healthcare, education, and human capital development across the continent.

Oct

24

2026

Symbolic Race in Zimbabwe Against the U.S. Blockade of Cuba

Harare, October 24, 2026 – Members of the organizations "Voluntary Troops for Sustainable Development" and the "Pan-African Youth Forum of Zimbabwe" took part in a symbolic race in Harare today to oppose the United States blockade against Cuba.

Representatives from these youth groups, joined by members of the island’s diplomatic, educational, and medical missions, covered several kilometers through the capital to reaffirm that Cuba is not a threat—but the economic, commercial, and financial siege imposed by Washington certainly is.

Oct

07

2026

Cuban Ambassador Holds Talks with Zimbabwe’s Director of Bilateral Trade and Diaspora

Harare, October 7, 2026 – S. Mateta, Director of Bilateral Trade and Diaspora at Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, met today with Cuban Ambassador Susellys Pérez Mesa to discuss ways to boost ties between the two countries.

The Cuban Head of Mission briefed Mateta on the 176 economic transformations recently approved by her country, particularly the 46 measures related to the external sector. She also outlined the new legal regulations implementing these measures, which are designed to facilitate national development, including foreign investment.

Oct

06

2026

Imperative to end US blockade against Cuba

Imperative to end US blockade against Cuba

By Susellys Perez Mesa-Cuban Ambassador to Zimbabwe

The Herald, Zimbabwe

We have probably all heard about the blockade that the US has maintained against Cuba for over 60 years.

Perhaps you are also aware of the undeniable humanitarian consequences for the people of this beautiful Caribbean island, which this superpower’s policy has officially imposed on them since the triumph of the Revolution in 1959.

Sep

28

2026

Cuba’s UN General Assembly Speech Highlighted from Zimbabwe

Harare, September 28, 2026 – The law of the jungle cannot be humanity's future, stated Mafa Kwanisai, Coordinator of the Fidel Castro Chair in Zimbabwe, while commenting on the speech delivered by Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.

Sep

17

2026

Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Trust supports BRICS stance against blockade of Cuba

Harare, September 17, 2026 – The Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Trust (ZAST) today highlighted the inclusion of a statement opposing the blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba in the Declaration of the BRICS Summit held in New Delhi, India, on September 12.

ZAST stated that it welcomes and firmly supports the position expressed by BRICS leaders, who voiced deep concern regarding the tightening of blockade measures against the Caribbean island and the documented effects on its economy, energy supply, and humanitarian situation.

Sep

14

2026

Fraternal meeting between youth leaders from Cuba and Zimbabwe

Yekaterinburg, Russia, September 14, 2026 – Meyvis Estévez, First Secretary of the National Committee of the Young Communist League of Cuba (UJC), held a fraternal meeting with Kudakwashe Mupamhanga, Zimbabwe’s Deputy Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, during the international festival hosted in this Russian city.

Aug

14

2026

The Herald Highlights the Enduring Relevance of Fidel Castro's Legacy in Zimbabwe on His Centenary

Harare, August 14, 2026 – The Herald, Zimbabwe's leading newspaper, highlighted the enduring relevance of Fidel Castro's legacy on the centenary of his birth.

In a commentary by Zimpapers Group analyst Gibson Nyikadzino, The Herald emphasized the words of Munyaradzi Machacha, National Political Commissar of ZANU-PF, regarding Fidel's ideas that inspired young Zimbabweans to join the struggle for liberation and independence.

Aug

13

2026

Commemorative Plaque for the Centenary of Fidel Castro in Zimbabwe

Harare, August 13, 2026 – A plaque commemorating the centenary of the Historical Leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, was unveiled today in Harare with the attendance of high-ranking representatives of the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF) party, the Government, Parliament, and in solidarity with the Caribbean island.

Aug

13

2026

Message from ZANU PF of Zimbabwe on the Centenary of the Historical Leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro

Harare, August 13, 2026 – The National Commissar of the Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front (ZANU PF), Munyaradzi Machacha, today conveyed a message to Cuba from President Emmerson Mnangagwa on the occasion of the Centenary of the Historical Leader of the Revolution, Fidel Castro Ruz.

While attending the commemoration at the Cuban Residence in Harare, Machacha asked Ambassador Susellys Pérez Mesa to convey Mnangagwa’s warmest and most fraternal greetings to his counterpart, Miguel Díaz-Canel, and to all the people of the Caribbean nation.

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