Zimbabwe's president will address lawmakers on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, to open the third session of the 10th Parliament at 2 p.m. Deputy Speaker Tsitsi Gezi announced the State of the Nation Address in the National Assembly on Thursday. The president plans to outline government policies and legislative priorities for 2026 while reviewing economic and social conditions across the country.
Observers expect discussion of pressing national issues such as youth drug abuse and economic development strategies. The address follows a heated public debate over a recent ruling party resolution seeking to extend presidential tenure from 2028 to 2030. Opposition groups have criticized the proposal, which has dominated political conversations ahead of the parliamentary session. General Notice 2162 of 2025 confirms the joint Senate and National Assembly gathering under constitutional provisions.
Observers expect discussion of pressing national issues such as youth drug abuse and economic development strategies. The address follows a heated public debate over a recent ruling party resolution seeking to extend presidential tenure from 2028 to 2030. Opposition groups have criticized the proposal, which has dominated political conversations ahead of the parliamentary session. General Notice 2162 of 2025 confirms the joint Senate and National Assembly gathering under constitutional provisions.
