Legal framework

Legislation

Legal Framework and Anti-Corruption Laws

Legal Framework

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission operates within a comprehensive legal and policy framework.

The legal basis for ZACC's operations ensures independence, accountability, and effectiveness.

Legal documents
Constitutional Mandate
Established by law, serving justice

Constitutional Framework

Constitution of Zimbabwe (Amendment No. 20 of 2013)

Constitution
Sections 254 & 255
Constitutional Provisions

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission is established as an independent constitutional commission.

Enabling Legislation

Anti-Corruption Commission Act [Chapter 9:22]

Act Overview

The Anti-Corruption Commission Act [Chapter 9:22] operationalises the constitutional mandate of ZACC.

Key Provisions Include:

Criminal and Procedural Laws

ZACC derives investigative and enforcement support from the following statutes:

Financial Crimes and Asset Recovery Legislation

Asset recovery

Governance and Public Sector Integrity Laws

International and Regional Instruments

Zimbabwe is a State Party to key international anti-corruption conventions which guide the work of ZACC:

These instruments reinforce Zimbabwe's commitment to international cooperation, asset recovery, and the promotion of integrity and good governance.

Legislative Framework

Legislative Framework

The following legislation forms the legal framework for ZACC's operations:

Regulations and Statutory Instruments

Regulations

The Minister responsible for anti-corruption, in consultation with ZACC, may issue regulations and statutory instruments.

These regulations provide detailed operational guidelines, procedures, and standards.

Access to Legislation

Members of the public are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the laws governing anti-corruption in Zimbabwe.

Background

Legal Inquiries

For legal inquiries, compliance guidance, or questions about anti-corruption legislation, please contact our Legal Department.

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