Country Report 2018: Zimbabwe

Abstract

The Zimbabwe government makes it difficult to register philanthropic organizations. Because of this, a considerable number of philanthropic organizations in the governance and human rights sector operate without being official registered. However, any international organizations involved in sustainable development initiatives, such as sustainable livelihoods, would require registration before they can operate in Zimbabwe (Private Voluntary Organizations Act, Article 2 and 6). Unregistered organizations cannot operate, seek financial assistance or receive state grants, and any person that takes part in the management or control of an unregistered private voluntary organization will be fined or imprisoned (Articles 6, 11 and 23).