Through a process of consultation NMMZ has drawn up a strategic plan 2012 – 2015.This Strategic plan has 8 core objectives which will run through the four year period and a range of changing objectives which derive from the core objectives.The Core Objectives are:

1. To improve the documentation of collections from 40% to 60% using ICOM standards.
2. To improve heritage awareness from 30% to 50% by 2015.
3. To improve preservation and conservation of monuments by 15% and collections by 10% by 2015.
4. To improve generation and management of financial resources from 10% to 30% by 2015.
5. To reduce staff turnover from 50% to 20% by 2015.
6. To improve customer satisfaction from 20% to 50% by 2015
7. To reduce loss of collections and assets 50% by 2015
8. To improve research output from the current 36% to 50% and infrastructure at selected sites by 2015

Please contact the Executive Director or one of the Regional Directors if you would like a copy of the current NMMZ Strategic Plan.

We are an arena of national identity.

NMMZ has a national role in presenting the cultural and natural heritage of Zimbabwe to many publics. Cultural identities are developed, strengthened and celebrated at museums and sites. The NMMZ plays a vital role in forming and strengthening that national identity.

We take care of the heritage that embodies that national identity.

This includes tangible and intangible heritage (spiritual and ritual aspects). NMMZ identifies, documents and conserves the archaeological sites and historic monuments of Zimbabwe. This involves regular annual cycles of work and special projects. NMMZ is also the custodian of the nation’s collections and undertakes regular audits and cycles of conservation. Computerised documentation enhances the security and preservation of the collections.

We are custodians and creators of knowledge of the national heritage .

NMMZ has an establishment of 40 curators whose role it is to undertake research on the collections and monuments and to make that research accessible to a variety of publics. During the period of the new plan a renaissance in publications is planned aimed at national and international audiences so that the organization is firmly positioned as an international research institution.

We fulfill a national and international role by working in partnership to deliver services.

NMMZ emphasizes the importance of working in partnership with public, private and non-governmental sectors. These partnerships strengthen the organization and ensure more efficient and effective delivery of services.

We are committed to developing potential and innovation within our staff.

The staff is the most important resource of the organisation, hence strong commitment to developing and training specialist staff to ensure the achievement of corporate goals.

We are educators.

The underlying purpose of the organisation is the advancement of the education of the publics of Zimbabwe. This education takes place at a variety of levels and it is acknowledged that the organisation must span the spectrum of education from popular to scholarly. Visitors should learn through enjoyment.

We ensure best use of resources and promote good business practice.

NMMZ is a public institution funded mainly through Grant Aid from Central Government. There is also a strong commitment to continuously increase own resources generation by NMMZ through development of a market-oriented and buoyant income generation base. NMMZ remains committed to ensuring that Public resources are effectively and efficiently used.

Funding is principally in the form of Recurrent and Capital (Public Sector Investment Programme-PSIP) Budgets from the Ministry of Finance via the Ministry of Home Affairs.

The organisation generates its own resources principally from entrance fees to sites and museums. Further resources are generated through the sale of publications, consultancy fees, filming, accommodation and auditorium hire and investments. Recognition must also be given to donors who fund special projects, which make a significant contribution to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation.

These donors include the Government of France, MS Zimbabwe, The Beit Trust, New Zealand Aid and the Government of Germany. NMMZ welcomes financial and technical support from any other interested parties.

To manage products and services that promote an understanding and appreciation of Zimbabwe’s diverse heritage.

i. To administer museums and national monuments.
ii. To provide for the preservation and protection of monuments, relics specimens and other objects of historical or scientific value or interest.
iii. To document, preserve and present Zimbabwe Liberation Heritage
iv. To investigate and report upon any matter relating to any monument or relic, including the desirability of declaring any monument to be a national monument
v. To compile and keep a register of all national monuments and of any relics that it has acquired or that have been brought to its notice.
vi. To prohibit unauthorized excavation of monuments
vii. To promote community involvement in heritage management
viii. To regulate impact of development activities on heritage
ix. To conduct original research in human and natural sciences
x. To promote awareness, learning and enjoyment
xi. To safeguard the intangible aspect of cultural heritage