Briefing Paper

Zimbabweans’ (Mostly) Tolerant Views on Citizenship

Citizenship of a country is not always as clear as it seems. Citizenship can be gained through birth right, registration, naturalisation, descent or adoption. This however has been the reason for conflict in many African countries. This survey looks at the viewpoint of Zimbabweans with regard to granting citizenship to immigrants, foreign husband and wives, foreigners working in Zimbabwe as well as the view on dual citizenship.