Nelson Chamisa, leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change, condemned the abduction and torture of his party members, labeling it as terrorism. He highlighted the case of James Chidhakwa, a former legislator, who was recently abducted and injured. Chamisa criticized the impunity of the perpetrators and the lack of rule of law in Zimbabwe. The National Transitional Justice Working Group and Amnesty International Zimbabwe also denounced the use of abductions and called for the government to ratify the United Nations Convention Against Torture. Despite previous calls for the criminalization of enforced disappearances, the Zimbabwean government has not ratified the relevant international convention.

In Zimbabwe, a doctors' strike has severely impacted the public health system, with patients being turned away and medical facilities lacking staff and supplies. The strike began on September 3 with junior doctors demanding better wages and improved conditions, and has since been joined by senior doctors. The government's offer of a 60% salary increase was rejected by the doctors, who are paid less than $200 a month and demand payment in U.S. dollars. The strike has led to reports of deaths and worsening health conditions for patients. The Zimbabwe Association of Doctors for Human Rights and the World Health Organization have expressed concern, while the government has threatened to withhold pay from striking doctors. The situation is exacerbated by reports of abductions of activists, including a doctor who led the strike and was later allowed to seek care in South Africa.

Nelson Chamisa, leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change, condemns the abduction and torture of his supporters, labeling these acts as terrorism. He highlights the impunity and breakdown of the rule of law in Zimbabwe. The National Transitional Justice Working Group and Amnesty International Zimbabwe also denounce these abductions, urging the government to ratify international conventions against torture and enforced disappearances. Civic groups have called for the criminalization of enforced disappearances to protect citizens.

The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), Zimbabwe's main opposition party, plans nationwide demonstrations to protest the August elections, which they claim were neither free nor fair.

The Zimbabwe business community advocates for the continued use of multiple currencies, warning that relying solely on a local currency could be disastrous for the country's economy.

Voter sentiment in Zimbabwe is mixed ahead of the 2023 elections, with some expressing fatigue and disillusionment due to past violence and lack of change, while others, particularly women and youth, remain hopeful that voting can bring positive change. The elections see 6.6 million registered voters participating in presidential, parliamentary, and municipal council elections.

Douglas Mwonzora, a presidential candidate from the opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC), has withdrawn from Zimbabwe's upcoming general elections, citing an uneven playing field. Meanwhile, an independent presidential aspirant is contesting in court to stay on the ballot.

Despite global campaigns against tobacco, Zimbabwean farmers remain committed to growing the crop, citing its economic benefits. Health experts, including the Union for International Cancer Control, highlight the severe health risks associated with tobacco, which is responsible for over eight million deaths annually. The WHO, in collaboration with other UN agencies, is promoting a program to help farmers transition from tobacco to food crops, with a successful pilot in Kenya. However, Zimbabwean farmers like Albert Chakala and Trymore Churu argue that tobacco farming is lucrative and vital for the country's economy. The Tobacco Growers Association acknowledges issues like child labor but insists on continuing tobacco cultivation. The WHO warns of nicotine poisoning among farmers. The Tobacco Industry Marketing Board anticipates a rise in tobacco production for 2023.

Government-employed doctors in Zimbabwe have ignored a court order to return to work, citing poor wages and inadequate health facilities. The strike, which began on September 3, has severely impacted the healthcare sector. The Zimbabwe Hospital Doctors Association is preparing to challenge the court ruling. The government's offer of a 60% increase in on-call allowance was rejected by the doctors. Independent labor expert Davies Ndumiso Sibanda urged for amicable resolution without court involvement. Dr. Peter Magombeyi, an early leader of the strike, is recovering in South Africa after an alleged abduction.