Wanderlust World Wanderlust World The short answer is no—not legally in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwean law enforces strict monogamy: a person may be married to only one spouse at a time. If a married man attempts a second marriage, it is null and void from the start, and he faces potential criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment.
However, the situation becomes more complex if the marriage is attempted abroad. Some countries recognize polygamous or customary unions, but the legal validity of any marriage depends on the laws of the country where it is performed and the domicile of the parties. An English woman marrying a Zimbabwean man in the UK, for example, would need to ensure he is legally free to marry under both Zimbabwean and UK law. Bigamy is a crime in the UK as well.
Practical advice: Consult family-law attorneys in both jurisdictions before any cross-border marriage. Immigration rules, property rights, and spousal benefits all hinge on the marriage's legal recognition. When in doubt, the prior marriage must be legally dissolved—through divorce or annulment—before a new union can be valid anywhere.