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flag Zimbabwe releases thousands of prisoners in February 2026 amnesty, including women, juveniles, and those with health issues or short sentences.

flag Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a presidential amnesty effective February 2026, releasing thousands of prisoners. flag Full or partial releases apply to female inmates, juveniles, those serving 48 months or less, those aged 60 or older who served at least one-third of their sentence, and individuals with terminal illnesses or certified disabilities. flag Life prisoners who served 20 years, including time under a death sentence, are fully pardoned. flag Those serving over 48 months may receive a quarter of their sentence reduced if they meet criteria and are not convicted of excluded crimes like murder, rape, treason, or trafficking. flag Excluded are escapees, military court convicts, and those convicted under specific acts like the Public Order and Security Act. flag The Correctional Services will coordinate with social welfare agencies to support released individuals.

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