United States govt reveals strict workers’ rights in Zimbabwe

THE United States government has noted Zimbabwe’s strict labour laws make it extremely difficult for employers to adjust employment in response to economic downturns, as retrenchments continue to rise across industries.

In its recently released 2025 Zimbabwe Investment Climate Statement, Washington noted the country’s rigid labour framework, which limits layoffs and restricts contract terminations, often leaving businesses unable to adapt to economic pressures.

Back in September, Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare minister Edgar Moyo announced that the government would no longer tolerate improper retrenchment exercises and announced investigations into ongoing layoffs.

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