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Zimbabwe: Cabinet Greenlights 2026 Prison Amnesty

Cabinet has approved a 2026 General Amnesty with President Emmerson Mnangagwa set to exercise his constitutional power of mercy to release selected categories of prisoners.

Announcing the decision after the first cabinet meeting for 2026, the Minister of Information, Jenfan Muswere said the move was aimed at easing pressure on the country’s prisons while supporting the rehabilitation of offenders.

“The presidential clemency will decongest the prison population for a healthy and secure environment…

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