Reflections on Zimbabwe-Zambia Relations in the 21st Century

Dorothy Goredema; Joseph Muwanzi

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Reflections on Zimbabwe-Zambia Relations in the 21st Century

Dorothy Goredema

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Published in Journal of Political Science and International Relations (Volume 7, Issue 4)

Received: 1 November 2024 Accepted: 18 November 2024 Published: 13 December 2024

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Abstract

The article explores the changing relationship between Zimbabwe and Zambia in the 21st century, focusing on the intrinsic synergy of political and socio-economic factors. Historically, the diplomatic relationship was hinged in shared colonial experiences and liberation struggles, the bilateral ties between these neighboring countries have been significantly influenced by contemporary governance challenges, economic fluctuations, and regional integration efforts. Dual Theoretical Framework of Realism and Constructivism was adopted as a tool for analysing the interplay between power, interests, norms, and ideas in shaping bilateral relations between the two nations. By analysing key events from the early 2000s, a document review methodology was used to illustrate how Zimbabwe and Zambia navigated their shared interests and challenges in a rapidly changing global landscape. The findings revealed that while historical legacies and domestic issues continue to impact relations, there exists a significant potential for enhanced cooperation through strategic partnerships and regional initiatives. The role of organizations such as the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Union (AU) is critical in shaping these dynamics. Ultimately, this article contributes to a deeper understanding of Zimbabwe-Zambia relations, offering insights that are essential for policymakers and stakeholders aiming to foster stability and collaboration in Southern Africa Region.

Published in	Journal of Political Science and International Relations (Volume 7, Issue 4)
DOI	10.11648/j.jpsir.20240704.15
Page(s)	128-134
Creative Commons	This is an Open Access article, distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), which permits unrestricted use, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, provided the original work is properly cited.
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Reflections, Zimbabwe-Zambia Relations, 21^st Century

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Dorothy Goredema

Department of Peace, Security and Development, Faculty of Social Sciences at the Midlands State University, Gweru, Zimbabwe

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Department of Peace, Security and Sustainable Development, Midlands State University, Gweru, Zimbabwe

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