Online Reporter
Ray Bande
President Mnangagwa has said under the Second Republic, Zimbabwe has witnessed significant growth across all sectors of the economy.
Speaking at the commissioning of the Mutare Natpharm Warehouse and the Mega Market flour milling plant in Mutare this morning, President Mnangagwa said the manufacturing sector has seen increased capacity utilisation and expansion.
He said the two projects commissioned today are of strategic importance to Manicaland and the country as a whole.
President Mnangagwa underscored the importance of a vibrant health sector, adding that the Mutare Natpharm facility is crucial in reducing fatalities through provision of essential medicines.
The increased storage space and a 320 kw solar power facility are welcome features that will enhance service delivery, while the strategic positioning of the warehouse in Mutare, close to the Port of Beira, will reduce transportation bottlenecks.
President Mnangagwa said the facility will help in achieving universal health access to the citizens of Zimbabwe.
He said Government will continue to capacitate Natpharm through promoting local production of medicines, among other things.
“I challenge my Government, private sector and tertiary institutions, to scale up collaboration in provision of medicines.”
Turning to the Mega Market flour milling plant, President Mnangagwa said the facility comes at a time when the country is witnessing a sharp increase in the production of wheat.
He said Government will continue supporting Mega Market.
