President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said that the progress being made across various sectors of the Zimbabwean economy reflects the vision and values of the late national hero and former vice president, Dr. Joshua Nkomo, who passed away on July 1, 1999.
In a statement marking 26 years since Dr. Nkomo’s death, President Mnangagwa described him as a courageous and selfless leader whose legacy continues to inspire the nation’s drive toward development and self-reliance.
“Although Dr. Nkomo passed away before the Land Reform Programme began in 2000, his strong call for national unity helped shape the country’s efforts to reclaim its land and heritage,” said the President.
He noted that young Zimbabwean farmers have since made notable progress in sectors like dairy, tobacco, and horticulture—outcomes that reflect the national development mantra “Nyika Inovakwa Nevene Vayo / Ilizwe Lakhiwa Ngabanikazi Balo,” meaning “A nation is built by its own people.”
President Mnangagwa added that the spirit of determination shown by Dr. Nkomo’s generation continues to push Zimbabwe forward, regardless of social, racial, or ethnic background.
“Dr. Nkomo and his fellow liberation leaders always promoted peace as the foundation for national progress. Today, under the Second Republic, we are building on that peace to implement policies and projects that improve people’s lives and uphold democracy,” he said.
The president also highlighted Zimbabwe’s current role as chair of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), noting that the government is using this opportunity to promote food security and industrial growth across the region.
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