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Zvamaida Murwira
Senior Reporter
The modernisation and industrialisation agenda being pursued by the Government requires a commitment to research and
innovation as a tool to improve the economy and the lives of ordinary persons, President Mnangagwa has said.
The Head of State and Government said this today (Monday) while delivering a keynote address at the 13th Zimbabwe
International Research Symposium where he was guest of honour.
“The theme of this year’s symposium, ‘Embracing Research and Innovation for Sustainable Industrialisation’ is timely as the
world contends with the challenge of advancing industrial growth while safeguarding our precious scarce resources and the
environment,” said President Mnangagwa.
“Therefore charting the course towards sustainable industrialisation undoubtedly requires a steadfast commitment to research,
innovation and the application of cutting-edge technologies.
“We have to interrogate the sustainability of our manufacturing processes, energy sources, utilisation of resources, and waste
management practices.”
The symposium seeks to promote research and innovation and boost greater collaboration. Both local and international
researchers are in attendance.
Bongani Ndlovu
Online Reporter