President Mnangagwa to Deliver State of the Nation Address, Open Third Session of 10th Parliament

President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa is today expected to deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA) and officially open the Third Session of the 10th Parliament of Zimbabwe in a joint sitting of the National Assembly and Senate.

The President’s address will outline Government’s legislative and policy agenda for the coming session, setting the tone for Parliament’s work in the months ahead. He is also expected to make key pronouncements aimed at reinforcing Zimbabwe’s economic growth trajectory under the soon to be launched National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2).

In line with Sections 140(1) and 140(4) of the Constitution, the President is required to deliver the SONA and open each new session of Parliament.

Clerk of Parliament Mr Kennedy Chokuda confirmed that all preparations were complete for the high profile event.

“It is all set for the official opening of the Third Session of the 10th Parliament, and the President, His Excellency Cde Emmerson Mnangagwa, will preside over the event,” said Mr Chokuda.

Of particular interest in this year’s address are possible references to the much anticipated ED2030 Amendments, which have sparked widespread debate and speculation across the political spectrum.

The President’s address is expected to be a defining moment on the national governance calendar, as he outlines key Bills, reforms and policy measures guiding Zimbabwe’s developmental path.