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Joseph Madzimure-Zimpapers Politics Hub
Zimbabwe is set to host the International Youth Summit on Land and Economic Freedom, focusing on youth empowerment policies, access to land, entrepreneurship and economic inclusion.
The summit coincides with Africa Day. It starts on Friday and ends on Monday. The conference is expected to attract approximately 3 000 youths from various tertiary institutions across Africa and beyond, with President Mnangagwa slated to address the gathering.
The event is organised by the Africa Youth Congress, a Pan-African initiative aimed at enhancing development through education and empowerment.
The Africa Youth Congress chairperson, Cde Taurai Kandishaya, said they anticipate over 1 000 foreign students from across Africa.
“We are urging youths to attend and benefit from President Mnangagwa’s policies,” he said.
The summit will showcase practical examples of how Zimbabweans contribute to national development.
“As President Mnangagwa says, a country is built by its own people. We aim to demonstrate that Africans can run mines and farms successfully and professionally,” said Cde Kandishaya.
In preparation for the summit, youth delegates from Zambia, Namibia and South Africa visited Zimbabwe last month to assess the readiness for the conference and understand the Government’s support for youth empowerment projects.
Senior delegates from various sectors are also expected to participate.
The International Youth Summit aims to empower young people by showcasing Zimbabwe’s development initiatives and promoting entrepreneurship and access to land.
The summit represents a significant opportunity for youth engagement and collaboration across the continent.
