This was the first national election in which Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU–PF party had faced any real opposition since the 1980s, with the newly formed Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) challenging their control of parliament.

[1] According to international observers, the elections were marred by extensive electoral fraud and intimidation of voters.

[1][2] Political violence increased during the month of June, resulting in thousands of unsolved murders and abductions.

[1][2] Held following the death of Rufaro Gwanzura (ZANU (PF)) in a car crash in August 2000.

The result was: Ambrose Mutinhiri (ZANU (PF)) 7,376; Shadreck Chipangura (MDC) 4,366; Egypt Dzinemunenzva (African National Party) 377.

Held following the death of Border Gezi (ZANU (PF)) in a car crash on 28 April 2001.

The result was: Gibson Munyoro (ZANU (PF)) 10,610; Remus Makuwaza (MDC) 5,841; Egypt Dzimunhenzva (African National Party) 665.

The result was: Nelson Chamisa (MDC) 12,548; David Mutasa (ZANU (PF)) 5,002; Kempton Chihuhute (National Alliance for Good Governance) 82; United Parties 12.

Held following the resignation of Mike Auret (MDC) due to ill health, on 27 February 2003.

The MDC decided to boycott the poll and therefore on 5 September 2004, Phineas Chihota (ZANU (PF)) was declared elected unopposed.

A candidate from Zimbabwe Youth in Alliance had submitted nomination papers which were technically deficient.