By Aldridge Dzvene
The Government has approved a new land purchase incentives framework targeting liberation war veterans, ex detainees, restrictees and non combatant cadres, in a move aimed at broadening land ownership and recognising contributions made during the liberation struggle.
According to a press statement issued in April 2026, the framework introduces concessionary pricing across the country’s five agro ecological regions, with significant discounts applied to beneficiaries.
Under the new structure, land in Region One will be priced at US$10 per hectare for up to six hectares, while Region Two beneficiaries can access up to 10 hectares at US$6 per hectare. In Region Three, land will cost US$3 per hectare for up to 20 hectares.
The pricing further declines in less favourable regions, with Region Four pegged at US$1.50 per hectare for up to 40 hectares, and Region Five at US$1.17 per hectare for up to 70 hectares.
An additional 85 percent discount will be applied after the concessionary rates, significantly lowering the overall cost of land acquisition for qualifying beneficiaries.
The framework also extends differentiated benefits to other categories linked to the liberation struggle. Ex detainees, restrictees and non combatant cadres will receive a 30 percent discount on land purchases, while collaborators will be eligible for a 15 percent discount.
Government said the measures are designed to recognise the sacrifices made by various groups during the liberation struggle, while also promoting inclusive access to land as a productive economic asset.
The initiative is expected to enhance participation in agriculture and rural development, particularly in underutilised regions, as beneficiaries are given an opportunity to invest in land at highly subsidised rates.
Analysts note that the success of the programme will depend on effective implementation, including land availability, infrastructure support and access to financing to ensure that beneficiaries can fully utilise the land productively.
The policy signals continued Government focus on land based empowerment as a pillar of economic development, with agriculture remaining central to livelihoods, food security and rural industrialisation.
