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GOVERNMENT has approved Zimbabwe’s participation in two major continental engagements to be held in 2027, with Cabinet clearing the co-hosting of the Global Africa Women’s Sustainability Conference in Victoria Falls and approving the bid to host the Youth Connekt Africa Summit.
Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Dr Zhemu Soda said the decisions were made after Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, bringing Zimbabwe closer to high-profile platforms focused on women’s empowerment, sustainable enterprise and youth development.
“The Global Africa Women’s Sustainability Conference is hosted annually by ImpactHer, a Non-Governmental Organisation that promotes women empowerment globally,” said Minister Soda.
The Zimbabwe edition is designed to position the country and the Southern African region as a powerhouse for women-led sustainable enterprises, green innovation and cross-regional trade.
Minister Soda said the Conference serves as a continental convening platform connecting the most dynamic voices in policy, investment and entrepreneurship to advance a shared vision whereby women are not just participants in the economy, but its architects.
“The Conference provides an opportunity to showcase Zimbabwe’s entrepreneurial talent, cultural richness, tourism assets, and investment potential to a highly influential continental and global audience,” he said.
Minister Soda said the Zimbabwe edition will be held in Victoria Falls in 2027 under the theme “Reimagine, Reshape Rise: Women as Vanguards of Global Sustainable Future.”
Cabinet also approved Zimbabwe’s bid to host the Youth Connekt Africa Summit in 2027.
“Cabinet considered and approved the bid for Zimbabwe to Host the Youth Connekt Africa Summit in 2027,” said Minister Soda.
Youth Connekt Africa is a continental platform established to connect young people to economic opportunities, skills development, entrepreneurship, innovation, financial inclusion, mentorship and policy dialogue.
“The Summit provides a platform for showcasing innovation, sharing best practices, fostering partnerships and advancing youth development agendas.
“The Summit will enhance Zimbabwe’s international image and strengthen diplomatic and development cooperation with African countries and development partners,” said Minister Soda.
