Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa expressed gratitude to United Nations member states for their strong support in securing a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2027-2028 term. Mnangagwa highlighted this achievement as a significant diplomatic milestone for Zimbabwe, emphasizing the nation’s commitment to international peace and cooperation.
The election of Zimbabwe, alongside Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, and Trinidad and Tobago, as non-permanent members of the UNSC marks a new chapter in global diplomacy. This victory reflects the international community’s confidence in Zimbabwe’s leadership and its dedication to fostering a fairer and more equitable global order.
Zimbabwe’s upcoming role on the UNSC will enable the country to actively contribute to international peace, security, and multilateral collaboration. Mnangagwa underscored Zimbabwe’s readiness to play a meaningful role on the global stage, amplifying Africa’s voice and advocating for a more inclusive and peaceful world order.
The newly elected members are set to replace the current non-permanent members on January 1, 2027, and will serve until December 31, 2028. Zimbabwe’s election to the UNSC for the third time signifies its ongoing commitment to global peace and security, building on its previous stints in 1983-1984 and 1991-1992.
