IP4ED Empowers Youth and Women in Fight Against Drug Abuse

A silent, sweeping presence by the Investment Promotion for Economic Development 4ED (IP4ED) has extended its reach nationwide, supporting President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s national vision for 2030 of a drug-free and healthy nation.

Using the “silent sweeping broom and octopus arms stretch” modus operandi, IP4ED units are on a marathon run to curb drug and substance abused victims dotted across the country.

In the coming weeks, units will be deployed

to various parts of the country.

National Chairperson Fely Mutsakani said thousands of youths the country are set to benefit from this drive.

“We are not here to save drug users or victims, but we are here to protect investors, our future local investors. “Zimbabweans are going to be investors and in the short and long term they need to meet regional and international investors.

“So a free drug and substance abuse nation is good for both parties in investment.

“Its also us to be clear that hordes of people will benefit from our rehabilitation and social responsibility programs.

“Investment is for all of us,” said Chairperson Mutsakani.

She said IP4ED has empowered hundreds of women over the past months.

Chairperson Mutsakani said

IP4ED women’s initiative have taken a significant steps in empowering women with a history of drug use.

“By providing training and skill development opportunities, these women can now redirect their focus towards building better lives and becoming their own bosses.

“This transformative approach not only helps these women break free from the cycle of drug use but also contributes to the overall economic growth and well-being of the community.”

She said rehabilitation programs are going to be held in the coming months in Epworth, Glen Norah, Buhera North and Guruve.

Over the weekend Chairperson Mutsakani and Honourable Tauya Mauka of Kuwadzana West Constituency successfully hosted an anti-drug and substance abuse event themed “Empowering Our Future: Sports Uniting Kuwadzana West Zones to Combat Drug Abuse.”

This initiative, supported by various affiliates leaders such as Pastor 4ED National Chairperson Cllr Prophetesse Idi Grace Dongo , Arise Women of Africa Chairperson, ,Varakashi4ED ,Nurse aides 4ED and CAES aligns with President Dr. ED Mnangagwa’s vision of “Leaving No One Behind and No Place Behind.

The event brought the community together through sports, with women participating in netball matches and men playing soccer. The aim of Investment Promotion for Economic Development is to promote a drug-free environment where young people can thrive in business and investment.

It showcased the commitment to fostering a healthier, more prosperous future for the constituency.

Honourable Mauya said

Hon Mauka encouraged the youths to leave drugs and join some classes that are being offered by his office in order to be occupied and learn how to do things by there own hands .

“We will make sure to pose war on individuals who are selling it to anyone in his constituency by the help of Kuwadzana ZRP police.”