Ministry of Defence (Zimbabwe) facts for kids
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| Jurisdiction | Government of Zimbabwe |
| Headquarters | Defence House, Corner Kwame Nkuruma / 3rd Street, Harare |
| Minister responsible |
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| Deputy Minister responsible |
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| Minister of Defence of Zimbabwe | |
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Incumbent
Oppah Muchinguri since 10 September 2018 |
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| Reports to | President of Zimbabwe |
| Appointer | President of Zimbabwe |
| Term length | Five years |
| Constituting instrument | Constitution of Zimbabwe |
| Precursor | Minister of Defence of Zimbabwe Rhodesia |
| Formation | 18 April 1980 |
| First holder | Robert Mugabe |
| Deputy | Levi Mayihlome |
The Ministry of Defence is a very important part of the Government of Zimbabwe. It's like a special department that makes sure the country is safe and protected. Its main job is to handle everything about defence and create rules for how the country's safety is managed.
The Ministry's main office is in Harare, the capital city of Zimbabwe. The current leader of this Ministry is Oppah Muchinguri, who is called the Minister of Defence. She works with Levi Mayihlome, who is the Deputy Minister of Defence.
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What Does the Ministry of Defence Do?
The Ministry of Defence looks after Zimbabwe's armed forces. These are the groups that protect the country and its people. They include:
- Zimbabwe Defence Forces
- Zimbabwe National Army: This is the army that works on land.
- Air Force of Zimbabwe: This is the air force that protects the skies.
- Zimbabwe Republic Police: This police force helps keep law and order, and they also work with the Ministry of Home Affairs.
When Was the Ministry Formed?
The Ministry of Defence was officially created in July 1994. Before that, different parts of the defence forces worked separately. This Ministry brought them all together under one roof to work more closely.
Who Are the Ministers of Defence?
The Minister of Defence is a very important job. This person is in charge of the country's defence and works closely with the President. Many people have held this position over the years, helping to guide Zimbabwe's security.
Ministers of Defence in Zimbabwe (Since 1980)
Here are some of the people who have served as the Minister of Defence since Zimbabwe became an independent country in 1980:
| No. | Name | Tenure | Title |
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| 1 | Robert Mugabe | 1980 – 1985 | Minister of Defence |
| 2 | Enos Nkala | 1985 – 1990 | |
| 3 | Richard Hove | 1990 – 1992 | |
| 4 | Moven Mahachi | 1992 – 26 May 2001 | |
| 5 | Sydney Sekeramayi | 2001 – 13 February 2009 | |
| 6 | Emmerson Mnangagwa | 13 February 2009 – 11 September 2013 | |
| – | Sydney Sekeramayi | 11 September 2013 – 27 November 2017 | |
| 7 | Kembo Mohadi | 30 November 2017 – 29 December 2017 | Minister of Defence, Security and War Veterans |
| 8 | Constantino Chiwenga | 29 December 2017 – 11 September 2018 | Minister of Defence and War Veterans |
| 9 | Oppah Muchinguri | 11 September 2018 – 4 September 2023 | |
| 12 September 2023 – present | Minister of Defence |
See Also
- Zimbabwe Defence Forces
- Zimbabwe National Army
- Air Force of Zimbabwe
- Zimbabwe Republic Police
- Ministry of Home Affairs (Zimbabwe)
