Zanu PF captures majority control over Parly’s Portfolio Committees

The ruling Zanu PF has taken control of 15 out of the 22 parliamentary portfolio committees in Parliament. The main opposition CCC salvaged 7 of the parliamentary portfolio committees.

Chairpersons of parliament committees are selected through consultations in the political parties. The number of seats won determines allocations of committees to the parties in parliament.

Parliamentary committees monitor and review proposed laws and scrutinize government policies and  actions to guarantee legality and conformity to constitution. 

These committees research, consult stakeholders, and come up with policy recommendations. 

List of chairpersons of committees

1. Justice, Legal & Parliamentary Affairs: Hon. E. Mutodi (ZANU-PF)

2. Local Government, Public Works & National Housing: Hon. S. Mandiwanzira (ZANU-PF)

3. Mines & Mining Development: Hon. T. Matangira (ZANU-PF)

4. Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water & Rural Development: Hon. S. Maburutse (ZANU-PF)

5. Public Service, Labour & Social Welfare: Hon. D. Mashonganyika (ZANU-PF)

6. Foreign Affairs & International Trade: Hon. W Shamu (ZANU-PF)

7. Defence, Home Affairs, Veterans of Liberation Struggle and Security: Hon. A. Nguluvhe (ZANU-PF)

8. Budget, Finance & Investment Promotion: Hon. C. Chiduwa (ZANU-PF)

9. Women Affairs, Community, Small & Medium Enterprises Development: Hon. G. Mutandi (ZANU-PF)

10. Transport & Infrastructure Development: Hon. K. Kaitano (ZANU-PF)

11. Primary & Secondary Education: Hon. O. Murambiwa (ZANU-P)

12. Sports, Recreation, Arts & Culture: Hon. R. Chiwanza (ZANU-PF)

13. Industry & Commerce: Hon. N. Mudekunye (ZANU-PF)

14. Youth Empowerment, Development & Vocational Training: Hon. M. Ziyambi (ZANU-PF)

15. Parliamentary Legal Committee (PLC): Hon. I. Ndudzo (ZANU-PF)

16. Public Accounts: Hon. C. Hwende (CCC)

17. Environment, Climate, Wildlife, Tourism & Hospitality: Hon. J. Mamombe (CCC)

18. Health & Childcare: Hon. Molokela (CCC)

19. Information, Publicity & Broadcasting Services: Hon. A. Gumbo (CCC)

20. Higher Education, Science & Technology Development: Hon. F. Mahere (CCC)

21. Information, Communication & Technology: Hon. D. Chigumbu (CCC)

22. Energy & Power Development: Hon. Engineer L Mhangwa (CCC)