The briefing provides a summary of findings from a Zimbabwe Case Study of an 11-country research and dialogues project that examines drives a resilient national social contract in countries affected by conflict, fragility, or with unresolved political settlements. The research argues that Zimbabwe�s attempts at political settlement have failed to address core issues driving conflict emanating from the colonial rule. They have also failed to provide an inclusive basis for a nationally owned social contract. Policy recommendations suggest critical pathways towards this end, including transforming Zimbabwe�s deep state and related institutions, harnessing Zimbabwe�s resilience capacities and strengthening social cohesion.