Online Reporter
Harmony Agere
President Mnangagwa has officially launched the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) Zimbabwe Chapter, describing the milestone as a significant step in strengthening governance.
Addressing delegates at the launch in Harare today, the President said the establishment of the chapter marks an important landmark in Zimbabwe’s journey under the APRM.
APRM is a voluntary African Union mechanism that promotes self-assessment and peer learning among Member States.
President Mnangagwa said Zimbabwe’s participation reaffirms its commitment to good governance, sustainable development and the aspirations of Agenda 2063.
“Today’s ceremony marks an important landmark in Zimbabwe’s journey under the African Peer Review Mechanism,” he said.
“This forum is a uniquely African home-grown initiative that embodies Africa’s commitment to mutual accountability, self-assessment, as well as continuous improvement in governance and development.
“Since Zimbabwe’s voluntary accession to the mechanism in February 2020, our continued engagement under the APRM process reinforces our position as a committed Member State. We are dedicated to the collective pursuit of good governance, sustainable development and the realisation of the aspirations of Agenda 2063.”
President Mnangagwa said the APRM complements Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030, National Development Strategy 2 and Sustainable Development Goals, while remaining consistent with constitutional provisions promoting transparency, accountability and regional cooperation.
“I call upon all stakeholders, Government ministries, departments and agencies, civil society organisations, the private sector, academia, and ordinary citizens to continue to actively participate and engage in the APRM processes,” he said.
“Let us never shy away from improving our systems, hearing the views of the people we serve and appropriately adjusting our respective organisations and entities to meet the expectations of our stakeholders.”
