This chapter analyses the implementation of decentralisationDecentralisation and devolutionDevolution in ZimbabweZimbabwe following the adoption of the 2013 ConstitutionConstitution. Whilst the ConstitutionConstitution lays the foundation for a devolved system aimed at enhancing local democracy, citizen participation, and service deliveryService delivery there have been many implementation shortcomings. The chapter explores the gap between constitutional intentions and actual practice. Despite the enactment of the DevolutionDevolution and DecentralisationDecentralisation Policy in 2020 the implementation processes have to a greater largely remained centralised, constraining the effective empowerment of subnational governments. Section 301(3) Constitution of Zimbabwe provides that not less than five percent of the national revenues raised in any financial year must be allocated to the provinces and local authorities as their share of intergovernmental fiscal transfers(IGFTs) however, service delivery challenges persist across both rural and urban areas. On the other hand, Central government agencies retain operational control over functions that are meant to be devolved, which creates tensions and weakens local planning processes, and accountability mechanisms. The chapter recommends the need for political will institutional buiding, and improved intergovernmental coordination. It concludes by identifying opportunities for reform inorder to ensure that decentralisationDecentralisation delivers its promisePromise of responsive governance, accountability and territorial developmentGovernance.