Zimbabwe

Feb

20

2026

Chairman of Foreign Affairs Committee Reiterates Support for Cuba in Zimbabwe

Harare, February 20, 2026 – The Chairman of the Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee and the Zimbabwe-Cuba Friendship Group, Webster Kotiwani Shamu, reiterated today the nation's long-standing position against the blockade imposed by the United States on the Caribbean island.

In a meeting with Ambassador Susellys Pérez Mesa, Shamu reaffirmed the rejection of all unilateral coercive measures, such as those also faced by Zimbabwe.

Feb

19

2026

Zimbabwe's ZANU-PF highlights historic relations with Cuba

Harare, February 19, 2025 – The Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF), Simbarashe Mumbengegwi, reiterated today to the Ambassador of Cuba, Her Excellency Susellys Perez Mesa, the nation's long-standing support for the Caribbean island.

Upon receiving the Head of Mission at ZANU-PF headquarters, Mumbengegwi highlighted the historic bilateral ties and Harare's firm stance against the more than six-decade-long US blockade.

Feb

18

2026

US Base in Guantanamo, Cuba, Denounced as Illegal

Feb

13

2026

“Let Cuba Live” takes up space in Zimbabwe’s Leading Newspaper, The Herald

Harare, February 13, 2026 – The “Let Cuba Live” plea from prominent U.S. figures is featured today in Zimbabwe’s leading newspaper, The Herald, condemning President Donald Trump’s executive order to intensify the blockade against the island by cutting off its fuel supplies.

The international petition, signed by elected officials, artists, and civil society organizations in the United States, asserts that the measure will worsen humanitarian conditions by cutting off the island’s access to oil and energy supplies.

Feb

10

2026

HIT welcomes Ambassador to Zimbabwe and emphasizes ties with Cuba

Harare, February 10, 2026 – The Vice-Chancellor of the Harare Institute of Technology (HIT), Professor Quinton C. Kanhukamwe, today praised the collaboration with Cuba in science and technology upon receiving Ambassador Susellys Pérez Mesa.

The relations between the two countries in the areas of higher education and innovation are mutually beneficial and aligned with the 2030 Strategy presented by President Emmerson D. Mnangagwa, stated the head of HIT.

Feb

01

2026

Zimbabwe Fund ZAST condemns intensified US blockade of Cuba

Harare, February 1, 2026 – The Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Fund (ZAST) today expressed its unwavering solidarity with Cuba following the intensification of the illegal, immoral, and inhumane US economic blockade, which seeks to prevent fuel deliveries to the island.

ZAST strongly condemns President Donald Trump’s executive order, which falsely declares a so-called “national emergency” and seeks to intimidate and punish sovereign states for trading with the Caribbean nation.

Jan

30

2026

Cuba Under Siege: Why Zimbabwe Stands with Havana Against Imperialist Aggression

Harare, January 30, 2026 – Silence is complicity and solidarity a duty as the United States intensifies its economic war against Cuba with the announcement of a total blockade on fuel supplies, warned Mafa Kwanisai, coordinator of the Fidel Castro Chair at the University of the Midlands, in Zimbabwe.

History teaches the clear lesson that imperialism never forgives those who choose dignity over submission, the professor stated in an article released in this capital and published in regional media outlets such as Modern Ghana.

Jan

30

2026

The Herald Zimbabwe Reports on US Escalation of Aggressive Action Against Cuba

Harare, January 30, 2026 – Cuba condemned the latest escalation of US aggression following the announcement of a total blockade on fuel supplies to the Caribbean nation, reported Zimbabwe's leading newspaper, The Herald.

The Herald quoted Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, who asserted that the proposed measures are based on a long list of lies intended to falsely portray Havana as a threat.

Jan

28

2026

From Zimbabwe a tribute to Martí and a Commitment to the Homeland

Harare, January 28, 2026 – A moving tribute to José Martí and a reaffirmation of commitment to the homeland marked today's celebration in Zimbabwe of the 173rd anniversary of the birth of Cuba's National Hero.

His Versos Sencillos, white flowers, and the enduring relevance of his independence ideals in the face of imperialist and aggressive forces brought together dozens of dignitaries, supporters, and Cubans at the Caribbean nation's diplomatic mission in Harare, led by Ambassador Susellys Pérez Mesa.

Jan

23

2026

Zimbabwe's Minister of Justice Receives Cuban Ambassador

Harare, January 23, 2026 – The Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs of Zimbabwe, Hon. Ziyambi Ziyambi, received the Ambassador of Cuba, Her Excellency Susellys Pérez Mesa, in an official meeting.

The Head of the diplomatic mission discussed with the Minister the bilateral results of the past year's work and the follow-up to legal frameworks in specific areas of focus, demonstrating the continued excellence of the relations between the two countries.

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