Dr. Jenfan Muswere, Zimbabwe's Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, has called on Treasury to increase funding for the media sector to improve its operations and support the nation’s strategic communication objectives. Speaking at the 2026 Pre-Budget Seminar in Bulawayo, Dr. Muswere advocated for a significant revision of the ministry's budget allocation to help meet its goals under the National Development Strategy.
Dr. Muswere emphasized that the ministry's mission is to enhance Zimbabwe's global presence by promoting its values, identity, and strategic interests. He outlined the ministry’s focus on real-time dissemination of information, aiming to foster a cohesive national consciousness and strengthen public communication. The minister highlighted a considerable funding gap of ZWG2.4 billion, with the proposed budget for the ministry set at ZWG2.8 billion, but the current allocation at just ZWG381.6 million.
For 2026, the ministry plans to complete the Zimbabwe Digital Project, promote media literacy, and establish new television channels, among other initiatives. Dr. Muswere also pointed out that despite financial challenges, the ministry has made progress, including expanding radio coverage, creating community radio stations, and advancing media policy development.
Dr. Muswere emphasized that the ministry's mission is to enhance Zimbabwe's global presence by promoting its values, identity, and strategic interests. He outlined the ministry’s focus on real-time dissemination of information, aiming to foster a cohesive national consciousness and strengthen public communication. The minister highlighted a considerable funding gap of ZWG2.4 billion, with the proposed budget for the ministry set at ZWG2.8 billion, but the current allocation at just ZWG381.6 million.
For 2026, the ministry plans to complete the Zimbabwe Digital Project, promote media literacy, and establish new television channels, among other initiatives. Dr. Muswere also pointed out that despite financial challenges, the ministry has made progress, including expanding radio coverage, creating community radio stations, and advancing media policy development.
