Zimbabwe marks 37 years of Independence amidst economic turmoil Zimbabwe is marking 37 years of independence today. Reports say the economy is in a very bad state and officials of the Zanu-PF party are at each other's throats. As a result, Zimbabweans in London are planning to hold a demonstration against the event. Nevertheless, the usual Independence Day parade and a speech by President Robert Mugabe will be held at the National Sports Stadium. NEWS24