Ivan Zhakata
Herald Correspondent
Defence Minister Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri has hailed President Mnangagwa for his efforts in promoting innovation across
all the sectors of the economy.
In her remarks at the 13th Zimbabwe International Research Symposium in Harare, Minister Muchinguri-Kashiri said the
President’s commitment has inspired the nation.
‘Your Excellency, your dedication to our country and your tireless efforts to promote impactful research for innovation and
sustainable industrialisation inspires us all,” she said.
“Your creative innovation helps in industrial parks and our universities across the country. Additionally, you have established
specialised agencies such as the Zimbabwe National Geospatial and Space Agency (Zingsa), and the Zimbabwe Center for High
Computing Performance to spark additional development agendas.
“We are already enjoying the fruits of your sound leadership. Just last week you unveiled the amazing Harare Institute of
Technology Tram- Urban Mass Transportation System Proof of Concept which seeks to address the mass passenger
transportation challenges.”
Minister Muchinguri-Kashiri said the development, along with many other Education 5.0 outcomes, have inspired learning
institutions to conduct research that is relevant, useful, practical, and speaks to the development priority areas under National
Development Strategy 1.



