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ZIMBABWE’s 45th Independence celebrations have marked a consolidation of national unity, with renewed calls to channel efforts towards development under the mantra of leaving no one and no place behind.
This year’s commemorations ran under the theme, “Zim @45: Devolve and Develop Together Towards Vision 2030.”
The celebrations, held at Mutora Open Ground in Gokwe, drew thousands of people from all walks of life, including the elderly, children, and members of the uniformed forces.
Speaking on the sidelines of the main event yesterday, Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga emphasised the importance of unity in advancing both rural and urban development.
“We have been consolidating unity, and now is the time to focus on development across all areas. This can be achieved through full utilisation of our available resources and maximising their potential.
“Whether in agriculture or mining, we must harness our natural resources to boost the manufacturing sector,” he said.
First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa welcomed the decentralisation of national events, noting its positive impact on rural communities.
“These celebrations have brought vibrancy to rural communities, away from traditional urban settings. I am pleased with these developments, which help bridge the gap between urban and rural children.
“I have also observed that children are becoming more aware of the importance of hard work in achieving their goals—a mindset crucial for national development,” she said.
Zanu PF National Chairperson and Minister of Defence, Cde Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri, highlighted the need to modernise and industrialise the economy through home-grown policies.
“Our party continues to invest in the distribution of agricultural inputs to ensure food security.
“Under the Second Republic, we have opened up the economy to attract substantial investments for the benefit of our communities,” she said.
Speaker of Parliament Advocate Jacob Mudenda noted that significant legislative milestones have been achieved since 1980, beginning with the introduction of the Executive Presidency, the land reform programme, and the adoption of the new Constitution in 2013.
“We have seen a wide array of reforms, starting with the establishment of the Executive Presidency through a constitutional amendment in 1987. This was followed by landmark legislation in 2000, which strengthened the land reform programme and empowered Zimbabweans to own land.
“This was driven by the desire for Africans to reclaim their land. In 2013, we adopted our home-grown Constitution, laying the foundation for a new governmental structure,” he said.
Under the “leaving no one and no place behind” mantra, the Government continues to drive massive infrastructure development and rural industrialisation across the country.
Online Reporter