Herald Reporter
YOUNG professionals have been urged to take advantage of opportunities emerging in Zimbabwe’s housing and construction industry to enhance their participation in national development.
The call was made at the launch of the Zimbabwe Young Property Practitioners Association (ZYPPA) in Harare recently, where stakeholders highlighted the need to increase youth representation and participation in the property sector.
Zimbabwe Youth Council Operations Director Mr Sungano Chisina said the establishment of the association would help address gaps in youth representation while opening up opportunities for young professionals to contribute to national development.
“We are looking at ensuring that young people are also participating in the property sector. There are gaps in terms of youth representation and participation, and this association provides an opportunity to address those gaps,” he said.
Chisina said young professionals needed to position themselves to benefit from ongoing housing and infrastructure development projects.
He said the association would help promote the inclusion of young people in national development initiatives and give them greater access to opportunities within the sector.
ZYPPA president Mr Gashirai Zvavandanga said the association sought to create a platform where emerging professionals could share knowledge, exchange ideas and contribute to the growth of the property industry.
“We are creating a platform where young property practitioners can come together, share knowledge, exchange ideas and contribute to the growth of the sector. We want to build our capacity and position ourselves to play a meaningful role in the property industry,” he said.
Mr Zvavandanga said collaboration among young professionals was essential in strengthening the sector and ensuring its sustainability.
The association is expected to promote networking, professional development and greater youth participation in Zimbabwe’s property industry, particularly as the country continues to pursue housing and infrastructure development programmes.
