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Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu, sukulwenkosi.dube@chronicle.co.zw
ZANU-PF Matabeleland South has started laying a roadmap to implement resolutions passed at the party’s 21st National People’s Conference.
The resolutions are instrumental in driving the country’s development and ensuring that all relevant authorities abide by them.
As the party gears up for 2025, the focus remains on building a united front and ensuring that the resolutions are implemented effectively.
During an end-of-year meeting held on Saturday in Gwanda, party leaders reflected on the outcomes of the National People’s Conference.
Among the key resolutions reaffirmed was the proposal to extend the term of office for the President and First Secretary of Zanu-PF, President Mnangagwa beyond 2028 to 2030.
Speaking after the meeting, provincial chairman, Cde Mangaliso Ndlovu, highlighted plans to hold inter-district meetings in January. These meetings will cascade the resolutions to the grassroots, ensuring that all party members understand their role in monitoring their implementation.
“We will share the resolutions with our members, demonstrating how their recommendations were adopted at the National People’s Conference and have now become party resolutions,” said Cde Ndlovu.
“We will also ensure that government agencies and the party structures charged with implementing these resolutions are held accountable.”
One of the critical outcomes of the National People’s Conference was establishing a tracker system to monitor progress on the resolutions. This system is expected to enhance accountability and ensure that the resolutions yield tangible results.
“The resolutions from the conference provide a clear roadmap for the party and the nation to move forward while aligning with President Mnangagwa’s Vision 2030,” Cde Ndlovu added.
Resolutions addressed several areas of national importance, with a particular focus on economic reforms and agricultural development.
The National People’s Conference prioritised economic stability, food security, and agricultural modernisation. Resolutions included upgrading irrigation infrastructure, developing new irrigation facilities, and ensuring the timely distribution of agricultural inputs to vulnerable communities.
These measures aim to leverage Zimbabwe’s natural resources to boost agricultural productivity, a vital sector for the country’s economy.
“Ensuring agricultural inputs are distributed on time, particularly through modern tracking mechanisms, will be critical in addressing food insecurity and supporting rural development,” said Cde Ndlovu.
Additionally, economic reforms, such as revising the tax system to make it less punitive and encouraging banks to provide meaningful interest on deposits, were highlighted as crucial steps toward stimulating investment and economic growth.
The end-of-year meeting also allowed the province to reflect on its achievements and challenges over the past year.
“We began the year with specific targets, and this meeting allowed us to introspect our progress,” said Cde Ndlovu.
“Where corrective measures were needed, we discussed and agreed on self-correction strategies. I am particularly pleased with the progress on constructing our party office, despite some challenges along the way.”
Cde Ndlovu also noted the party’s success in by-elections during the year, as they reclaimed several wards previously held by the opposition.
“We have regained ground and demonstrated our strength and unity as a party in this province. Going forward, we will focus on enhancing our dominance and ensuring continued growth,” he said.
The National People’s Conference resolutions align with President Mnangagwa’s Vision 2030, which seeks to achieve economic growth and social transformation.
By addressing long-standing issues such as inflation, agricultural productivity, and food security, Zanu-PF aims to create sustainable development opportunities for Zimbabweans, particularly in rural areas.
“The resolutions reaffirm our commitment to rural development and the transformation of agriculture into a cornerstone of national growth,” said Cde Ndlovu. — @DubeMatutu
