Presidential Affairs
President Mnangagwa to Unveil Legislative Agenda as Zimbabwe’s Parliament Convenes
By: Enia Dube
The President of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa is poised to deliver his highly anticipated State of the Nation Address (SONA), today (01/10/24), marking the official opening of the second session of the 10th Parliament. The address, is scheduled for 2 p.m at the new Parliament building in Mt. Hampden, and will outline the legislative agenda for the incoming session.
According to Clerk of Parliament Kennedy Chokuda, President Mnangagwa will address a joint sitting of the Senate and National Assembly, highlighting key bills to be carried over from the previous session. These include the Parks and Wildlife Amendment Bill, Death Penalty Abolition Bill, and Mines and Minerals Bill.
Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister, Ziyambi Ziyambi, emphasized the importance of these bills, noting that they are crucial for Zimbabwe’s development. The government is committed to ensuring their swift passage.
The business community eagerly awaits President Mnangagwa’s address, hoping for policies that will stimulate economic growth. Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce President, Tamuka Chidyausiku, expressed optimism that the President will announce measures to improve the business environment and attract foreign investment.
Civil society organizations also expect progress on social issues. Zimbabwe Human Rights Association Executive Director, Dzikamai Bere, urged the President to address the welfare of vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities, and outline concrete steps to improve their lives.
On last year’s SONA ,the President outlined the government’s legislative agenda for the Tenth Parliament of Zimbabwe. The address focused on several key areas, including bills left uncompleted by the Ninth Parliament, such as the Mines and Minerals Bill, Public Finance Management Amendment Bill, Medical Services Amendment Bill, Insurance Bill and Private Voluntary Organisations Amendment Bill.
The President also introduced new legislative business, including the Repeal of Laws (General) Amendment Bill, which aims to repeal four obsolete Acts: the Frederick Clayton Trust Act, Service of Documents (Telegraph) Act, Settled Estates Leasing Act and War Marriages Validation Act.
As Zimbabweans await President Mnangagwa’s State of the Nation Address, expectations are high for a comprehensive outline of the legislative agenda and concrete steps to address the country’s economic and social challenges.
By Abel Karowangoro
President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa on Monday called on Zimbabweans to “guard our sovereignty” and “build a modern, industrialised nation” as he led the 45th National Heroes Day commemorations at the National Heroes Acre.
“It is my singular honour and privilege to address this 45th Commemoration of our National Heroes Day, an event our nation holds annually in tribute to gallant sons and daughters of the soil, who paid the supreme sacrifice for the liberation of our country,” President Mnangagwa said.
The President urged the nation to carry the baton from fallen fighters into the economic struggle.
“Independence in 1980 brought about political independence, while the struggle for the economy remains ongoing,” he said.
“We are masters of our own destiny… neo-colonialism will never be given a foothold in our nation.”
Mnangagwa highlighted economic gains under the Second Republic, saying:
“Our GDP has risen from US$16 billion in 2018 to US$45.7 billion today. The projected 2025 growth of 6% is well within reach.”
Citing agricultural successes, President Mnangagwa praised farmers:
“Our heroes would definitely be proud of the positive strides which our farmers are making. Tinokutendai varimi… nekuchengetedza nhaka yedu yakarwirwa nemagamba edu.”
President also stressed infrastructure progress, including the Harare-Masvingo-Beitbridge Highway and major rural road upgrades, and called for community responsibility:
“Nyika inovakwa, inotongwa, inonamatigwa nevene vayo… ilizwe lakhiwa, libuswe, likhuleke ngabanikazi balo.”
On the global stage, Mnangagwa affirmed Zimbabwe’s sovereignty:
“Let no-one think that they can engage us as masters. We are a sovereign and independent people.”
The President concluded with a rallying cry:
“The spirit and flame of the revolution… should galvanise us, the united people of Zimbabwe, from Limpopo to Zambezi, from Plumtree to Mutare, towards realising more and more unprecedented milestones. Forward ever, backward never. Success and prosperity are certain.”
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has arrived in Chimoio, Mozambique, for the handover of a consignment of relief items to communities affected by Cyclone Chido.
The donation, sent under the name “ZimAid”, will be handed over to his counterpart, Mozambican President Daniel Chapo.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces and Chancellor of the Zimbabwe National Defence University (ZNDU), President Emmerson Mnangagwa, is presiding over the institution’s sixth graduation ceremony at Rodgers Alfred Nikita Mangena Barracks in Mazowe.
President Mnangagwa Calls to Guard Sovereignty
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