The Zimbabwean government is implementing stringent new measures to prevent contractors who have defaulted on projects in one ministry from securing new tenders across other government departments. This significant administrative shift, forming part of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Amendment Bill, 2025, mandates that all ministries, departments, and government agencies (MDAs) must consult the Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (PRAZ)’s blacklist before awarding any public contracts.
Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi stated that these reforms are designed to enhance transparency and accountability in public spending, especially as the government accelerates various infrastructure projects under the National Development Strategy 2. The Bill has successfully navigated debate and passage within the National Assembly and is now awaiting further consideration by the Senate.
Key Players Involved
- Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi: Championing the legislative reforms to tighten public procurement.
- Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (PRAZ): Responsible for maintaining and providing access to the blacklist of defaulting contractors.
- National Assembly: Debated and passed the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Amendment Bill, 2025.
Event Timeline
- Recently: New measures announced and debated in the National Assembly.
- November 10, 2026: News reports confirm the government’s move to block defaulting contractors.
