Zimbabwe: unconstitutionality of Public Order and Security Act, a significant opening with the U.S.

Summary Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Court ruling that the Public Order and Security Act of 2002 is unconstitutional is a significant development empowering the Mnangagwa administration to repeal this controversial legislation and begin to renew substantial diplomatic, economic and investment ties with the U.S. government that have been limited by U.S. sanction. Analysis Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Court issued a significant ruling October 17 that favorably positions the country to amend ties with the United States and proceed toward a resumption of official government including financial assistance. The Constitutional Court ruling that declared the Public Order and Security Act (POSA) of 2002 unconstitutional is …

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