Section 296: Establishment and composition of Zimbabwe Land Commission
Constitution of Zimbabwe
(1) There is a commission to be known as Zimbabwe Land Commission consisting of—
(a) a chairperson and deputy chairperson; and
(b) a minimum of two and a maximum of seven other members; appointed by the President.
(2) Members of the Zimbabwe Land Commission must—
(a) be chosen for their integrity and competence in, and knowledge and understanding of,
the best practices in land management and administration; and
(b) reflect the diversity of Zimbabwe’s population, in particular its regional interests and
gender balance.
(3) Section 237 applies in relation to the removal from office of members of the Zimbabwe Land Commission as if it were an independent Commission established by Chapter 12.
Insight on Zimbabwe Land Commission
This section establishes a specialized commission with a balanced structure (2-9 members) focused on land governance. The requirements for member selection emphasize both technical expertise and representative diversity, ensuring the commission reflects Zimbabwe's regional and gender composition. By applying Section 237's removal protections, the constitution grants this commission similar independence safeguards as Chapter 12 bodies, highlighting the critical importance of land management in Zimbabwe's governance framework.