Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has welcomed the country’s election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2027-2028 term, describing it as a significant diplomatic achievement.
Speaking on Wednesday, Mnangagwa said the overwhelming support from UN member states reflected growing international confidence in Zimbabwe and the success of its engagement and re-engagement efforts. He said Zimbabwe would use its position on the council to promote international peace, security and multilateral cooperation, while advancing Africa’s interests on the global stage.
Zimbabwe was elected alongside Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, and Trinidad and Tobago for a two-year term beginning in 2027. The election marks Zimbabwe’s third term on the UNSC, having previously served as a non-permanent member in 1983-1984 and 1991-1992.