Online Reporter
Debra Matabvu in MARONDERA
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has called on young people to play their role in the country’s development.
Speaking at the National Youth Day celebrations in Marondera today, President Mnangagwa said youths should emulate their counterparts of yester-year who sacrificed their lives for the country’s independence.
He challenged them to take up initiatives that promote development across the nation.
“The youth of yester-year played their part to bring about the independence, freedom, peace and unity we are enjoying,” President Mnangagwa said.
“You, youth of today, must never shy away from playing your part in the ongoing development incentives in our country.”
More than 3 000 youths converged for the celebrations, which were held under the theme “Youth Agenda for Transformation”.
National Youth Day is observed annually on February 21.
The day celebrates the contribution of young people to Zimbabwe’s political, social and economic development.
It also provides a platform for Government to engage youths in empowerment and nation-building programmes.
This year’s commemorations come against the backdrop of the National Youth Empowerment Strategy (2026–2030) launched in October last year.
The strategy seeks to enhance youth participation in the country’s economic, digital and social sectors.
President Mnangagwa also urged youths to remain patriotic, loyal and to continue working hard to ensure economic development and growth.
