The cabinet in Zimbabwe has approved principles for the Climate Change Management Bill which seeks among other things to guarantee environmental rights to present and future generations.
According to Cabinet, the Bill will also regulate issues of greenhouse gas emissions among others.
‘’Cabinet considered and approved the Climate Change Management Bill, 2025 which was presented by the Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs as Chairman of the Cabinet Committee on Legislation.
‘’The Climate Change Management Bill aims to achieve alignment with Section 73 of the Constitution, which guarantees environmental rights for present and future generations. The Bill seeks to mainstream climate change across all sectors of the economy, prioritising adaptation and mitigation efforts.
‘’The Bill will regulate greenhouse gas emissions, promote low-carbon development, and support carbon trading. It will establish a Designated National Authority for carbon trading, and a National Climate Fund to support climate change initiatives. By providing a comprehensive legal framework, the Bill will address gaps in existing climate-related statutes, ensuring a coordinated approach to climate change management across various sectors,’’ said Cabinet.
