Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to officially open the Fourth Session of the 10th Parliament and deliver the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. This significant event will see the President addressing a joint sitting of the Senate and National Assembly at 2 PM, as outlined in General Notice 1866 of 2026 issued by Speaker of Parliament Advocate Jacob Mudenda.
The address, in terms of Section 140(1) and 140(4) of the Constitution, will outline the government’s legislative programme for the new session and provide an update on national developments and priorities. This opening is expected to set the tone for the government’s policy direction and legislative agenda, with Parliament poised to consider new Bills and continue its constitutional oversight role.
Key Players Involved
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa: Will officially open Parliament and deliver the State of the Nation Address.
- Advocate Jacob Mudenda: Speaker of Parliament, who issued the General Notice for the event.
- Zimbabwean Parliament (Senate and National Assembly): Will convene for the joint sitting to receive the President’s address.
Event Timeline
- September 28, 2026: Announcement of the official opening of Parliament and SONA.
- September 29, 2026, 2 PM: President Mnangagwa to officially open the Fourth Session of the 10th Parliament and deliver the State of the Nation Address.
