ZANU PF the Engine Room of National Development — President Mnangagwa

By Leeroy Willie in Mutare

ZANU PF First Secretary and President, Cde Emmerson Mnangagwa, has praised the leadership demonstrated by all levels of the party across various sectors of society.

Speaking at the ZANU PF 22nd National People’s Conference in Mutare, the President urged party officials to continue promoting peace and unity as they work together to tackle the country’s challenges.

“It is pleasing that all structures of ZANU PF have shown leadership in every area of our society — from building stronger families, fighting drug and substance abuse, to increasing productivity, industrialisation, and modernisation of the economy,” said the President.

He emphasised the party’s pivotal role as the driving force behind national progress.

“Our colossal mass party, ZANU PF, is indeed the engine room of national development — a responsibility we do not take lightly,” he affirmed.

President Mnangagwa called on delegates to harness their collective wisdom to develop innovative programmes that will accelerate ongoing development efforts.

Reinforcing the party’s enduring identity, he said:

“As we march forward, the DNA of ZANU PF will never change and must never be tampered with. However, the party must continue to adapt and respond to the demands of changing times.”

He highlighted the importance of addressing new realities such as urbanisation, rapid ICT growth, and an increasingly mobile, educated, and empowered population.

“Our Vision 2030 is fast approaching. Therefore, party strategies and programmes must be aligned to lead an empowered upper middle-income society.”

The President also urged all members to internalise the ZANU PF constitution and uphold the correct party line.

“This will guide the party through all periods of modernisation and transformation — both individually and collectively. Through their actions, speech, and conduct, every cadre of the party has a duty to safeguard the dominance and popularity of ZANU PF,” he said.