Harare, Zimbabwe – President Emmerson Mnangagwa addressed the nation at the 21st National People’s Conference, emphasizing Zimbabwe’s commitment to unity, peace, and development under the Second Republic.
Speaking to the gathering, he highlighted key achievements in economic growth, infrastructure, and sectoral resilience, alongside a vision for sustained progress.
In his address, President Mnangagwa underscored ZANU PF’s dedication to Zimbabwe’s founding principles and the unifying legacy of the party, now strengthened by grassroots structures across all provinces. The President affirmed that these cohesive frameworks enable the nation to uphold a common vision for progress and stability.
On economic achievements, President Mnangagwa spotlighted the government’s successes in agriculture, noting a record winter wheat harvest and improved livestock feeding programs driven by targeted government support. He stressed that such strides are essential for establishing food security in Zimbabwe, with the goal of self-sufficiency in agricultural production.
Major infrastructure projects are also moving forward under the administration’s leadership, with extensive road rehabilitation and the construction of critical dams to secure water resources for urban centers such as Harare and Bulawayo. These initiatives form part of a comprehensive plan to address water security, supporting the livelihoods of communities across the nation.
President Mnangagwa also highlighted the resilience of the mining sector, which has continued to bolster exports and contribute to GDP growth. Alongside this, the government’s new Industrial Reconstruction and Growth Plan aims to modernize Zimbabwe’s industrial base, with support for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) as a key driver of local economic empowerment.
In education, the Heritage-Based Education 5.0 model remains central to Zimbabwe’s strategy, aligning academic programs with the nation’s developmental goals and equipping the next generation with the skills necessary for the country’s socioeconomic advancement. President Mnangagwa praised traditional leaders for fostering community unity and preserving Zimbabwe’s cultural heritage, both of which he noted are integral to the country’s social fabric.
With the conference coinciding with SADC Anti-Sanctions Day, President Mnangagwa renewed his call for the lifting of international sanctions, describing them as unjust restrictions that hinder Zimbabwe’s progress. The removal of these sanctions, he argued, would further empower Zimbabwe’s journey toward sustainable economic growth and international reintegration.
Concluding his addres President, Mnangagwa depicted ZANU PF as a “moving train” committed to delivering results through community-centered projects and grassroots engagement, with Vision 2030 as the guiding framework. The President reiterated his government’s dedication to prosperity through industrialization, modernization, and unity, underscoring Zimbabwe’s resolve to achieve these ambitions.
