Zimbabwe has officially applied to join BRICS, aiming to expand its global economic partnerships. Foreign Minister Amon Murwira announced the move on Thursday during a visit to Moscow. He spoke at a joint press conference with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Murwira emphasized Zimbabwe’s commitment to meeting BRICS membership criteria and described the bloc as a key platform for economic cooperation. “BRICS is built on mutual respect and sovereign equality. Zimbabwe supports these values,” he said. “We will benefit from any system that promotes fair interaction and progress, and BRICS is one of them.”
He confirmed that Zimbabwe is working to meet membership conditions and is now awaiting a response, as BRICS makes decisions through internal consensus. The bloc, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is expanding its influence and positioning itself as an alternative to Western financial institutions. Many nations have expressed interest in joining.
For Zimbabwe, this bid marks a strategic shift. The country aims to strengthen trade ties, attract investment, and reduce dependence on Western financial systems. Joining BRICS could open access to new markets and funding opportunities. Economic challenges, including sanctions and limited global trade access, have pushed Zimbabwe to seek new partnerships. Experts believe BRICS membership could offer better trade terms and infrastructure investment.
As the bloc grows, Zimbabwe’s application highlights Africa’s increasing role in global economic shifts. The country sees BRICS as a pathway to long-term stability and development.