Story by Bruce Chahwanda
THE ruling ZANU PF party remains the custodian of the revolution and will accelerate sustainable development projects across the country, President and First Secretary Cde Emmerson Mnangagwa said as the 22nd ZANU PF National People’s Conference concluded on Saturday in Mutare, Manicaland province.
In his closing address, President Mnangagwa called for an intensified implementation of developmental initiatives, reminding members that the revolutionary party is “alive” and unwavering in its commitment to delivering the needs of the people.
“With renewed vigour and optimism, let us continue to deliver a brighter and prosperous future for the people of our beloved motherland, Zimbabwe. We are running our own race, and no one, including outsiders, should dictate anything to us. A ZANU PF member will know the Party’s vision, hence, it is our duty to work towards fulfilling it. Further, we all remain bound by the overall decisions and outcomes of the Party. In our Provinces and Districts, Branches and Cells, let us continue advancing transformational, action-oriented and result-driven politics—the politics for economic development,” he said.
Party members and the grassroots should also be informed about the priorities of the party, which are more than ready to meet the needs of the people.
“Further, we all remain bound by the overall decisions and outcomes of the Party. In our Provinces and Districts, Branches and Cells, let us continue advancing transformational, action-oriented and result-driven politics—the politics for economic development. The collective good of our people and the nation as a whole is the top priority. As you go back home to your provinces, I urge you to tell our Party membership that, with each passing day, week and month, ZANU PF and the people’s revolution are marching forward, strong and gaining popularity. Comprehensive feedback meetings must ensure that no one is left behind. The grassroots communities, including our Diaspora structures, should be updated on the Conference Resolutions and made to appreciate the roles they must play for collective success. This is how we must nurture and cement an unbreakable bond between the people and their Party, ZANU PF,” President Mnangagwa noted.
Zimbabwe has been under illegal economic sanctions for over 25 years, but President Mnangagwa is convinced victory is certain.
“One week from now, on October 25th, is SADC Anti-Sanctions Day. Through combined efforts with other countries in the region and beyond, the walls of sanctions and coercive measures must crumble. In our respective provinces and districts, let us conscientise and mobilise our nation to resist and continue amplifying their voices towards the total and unconditional removal of the illegal sanctions imposed on our country. United we stand, divided we fall. Victory is certain,” he added..
The implementation of people-centred policies has remained ZANU PF’s priority, endearing the party to communities across the country.
