Zimbabwe has started campaigning for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for 2027-2028.
As part of Zimbabwe’s campaign, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has pledged to advance global peace, and counterterrorism efforts.
He also pledged to advance the interests of the African continent.
In his speech to launch Zimbabwe’s campaign for the UN Security Council seat, President Mnangagwe said on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, in Harare, that his country’s candidacy reflects its longstanding commitment to multilateralism and its track record in peacekeeping and regional diplomacy.
According to the Zimbabwean leader, “Our mission is to serve as a trusted, proactive and solutions-driven partner in the maintenance of global peace and security.”
Zimbabwe is campaigning on the theme: “Advancing 21st Century Solutions for Global Peace and Security through Multilateralism.”
President Mnangagwe disclosed that the campaign has already received endorsements from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Union (AU).
About 10 non-permanent members are elected to serve on the UN Security Council, joining the five permanent members which are China, France, Russia, UK, and U.S.A.
Source:Africa Publicity