Operational Experience

The ZNA has played a significant role towards ensuring that peace and tranquillity prevail in Mozambique during period 1983-1992 and in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) under the Southern African Development Community Allied Forces from 1998 to 2002. Pursuant to its external commitment, the ZNA participated in observer and peacekeeping missions in Angola, Rwanda, Somalia, Lesotho, Cote d’lvoire, Liberia, Nepal, Burundi and Sudan. Furthermore, the Army has taken part in flood and other natural disaster rescue related situations in Namibia, Zambia and Mozambique.

CURRENT INTERNAL OPERATIONS

The ZNA is currently deployed on internal operations in support of other ministries. These operations include border control, guarding of key points and infrastructure, demining and anti-poaching operations.

Zimbabwe National Army Horse training

The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) conducts specialized training for various military disciplines, but there is limited publicly available information specifically on horse training within the army. However, military horse training typically involves cavalry tactics, equestrian skills, and ceremonial duties, which may be relevant to the ZNA’s operations.

If you’re interested in broader ZNA training programs, you can explore details on their official training schools, such as the Zimbabwe Military Academy and specialized corps training schools here.

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Operations

Para Jumps

The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has a specialized Parachute Group, which is trained for airborne operations. This unit is part of the Special Forces of Zimbabwe, which includes elite soldiers skilled in rapid deployment and specialized missions.

One notable operation involving the Parachute Group was Operation Lemon in 1984, where they were deployed to Mozambique to protect the Beira Corridor railway link. Additionally, the ZNA has participated in international parachuting exercises, such as Operation Flintlock ’95, where Zimbabwean paratroopers demonstrated their skills alongside foreign military personnel.

Address and Contacts

Directories of Army Public Relations

P. Bag 7720

Causeway

Harare

Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs to 1630 hours

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