- Serbia and Zimbabwe are strengthening their diplomatic partnership, commemorating 45 years of bilateral relations.
- The cooperation spans key sectors including agriculture, education, ICT, mining, energy, health, defence, and culture.
- Zimbabwe has confirmed its participation in Expo 2027 in Belgrade, themed ‘Play for Humanity’.
- The Serbian Embassy in Harare recently hosted a Statehood Day reception, highlighting the evolving partnership.
The diplomatic ties between Belgrade and Harare, established on April 18, 1980, have seen a renewed focus on economic engagement and political dialogue. Serbia has prioritized these areas since reopening its embassy in Harare in 2022, building on a history of mutual support. Discussions are currently underway to operationalize agreements that will structure future collaborative efforts, aiming to foster development across various critical sectors in Zimbabwe.
The commemoration of Serbia’s Statehood Day at Meikles Hotel underscored the enduring commitment to sovereignty and democratic traditions shared by both nations. The event showcased cultural exchange, with the Zimbabwe College of Music Brass Band performing Serbian folk compositions. This cultural diplomacy is further advanced by the Museum of African Art in Serbia, a unique institution dedicated to African art and anti-colonial heritage, which is exploring cooperation with Zimbabwe’s Museum of African Liberation.
Timeline
- **March 9, 2026:** NewsDay Zimbabwe publishes an exclusive interview with Serbia’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Radisa Grujic, discussing the significance of Statehood Day and the evolving bilateral partnership.
- **March 9, 2026:** Discussions continue between both countries on operationalizing agreements to structure future collaboration in multiple sectors.
Key Players
- **Radisa Grujic:** Serbia’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, who discussed the bilateral partnership.
- **Zimbabwe College of Music Brass Band:** Performed Serbian folk compositions at the Statehood Day reception.
- **Zimbabwe’s Museum of African Liberation:** Exploring cooperation with Serbia’s Museum of African Art.
