The Republic of Zimbabwe is one sovereign and democratic state founded on the following principles and values:

1. Supremacy of the constitution and rule of law;
2. The inherent dignity and worth of each human being;
3. The derivation of all legal and political authority of the state from the people, universal adult suffrage, a multi-party system of democratic government and regular, free and fair elections;
4. Equal status of all persons;
5. Respect for fundamental human rights and freedoms;
6. National unity, peace and stability;
7. Devolution of governmental functions and powers to the people in the provinces and other appropriate levels;