HARARE, Mar. 26 (NewsDay Live) – President Emmerson Mnangagwa says preparations for this year’s Independence Day celebrations in Maphisa are at an advanced stage, with major infrastructure upgrades and road rehabilitation underway.
Mnangagwa made the remarks while addressing a Central Committee meeting at the ZANU PF headquarters in Harare yesterday.
He said the selection of Maphisa as the host venue aligns with the government’s decentralisation policy.
“As we look ahead to the commemorations of our 46th Independence Anniversary, this year’s national celebrations will be held in Maphisa, Matabeleland South Province, under the theme: ‘Zimbabwe at 46: Unity in Action, Development in Motion, Towards Vision 2030.’
“The choice of venue is in line with the bold decision by the Second Republic to decentralise key national events,” Mnangagwa said.
He added that the move reflects government’s commitment to inclusivity and national unity by allowing all regions to benefit from national events.
“Numerous independence legacy projects are underway, not only in Maphisa or Matobo District, but across Matabeleland South Province,” he said.
Among the key projects is the construction of the J.M.N. Nkomo Vocational Training Centre, aimed at enhancing youth skills and empowerment.
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Other initiatives include Expansion of facilities at J.M.N. Nkomo Polytechnic College in Gwanda, Upgrading and equipping of science laboratories in schools across the province and the Refurbishment of historic institutions such as Manama High School, Minda Mission and Thekwane.
Mnangagwa also noted that Kezi Rural Hospital is being modernised, while road rehabilitation projects are ongoing across all districts.
He urged party structures nationwide to mobilise citizens to attend the celebrations.
The President also called for heightened patriotism in light of global geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing conflict involving United States, Israel and Iran, warning of potential economic impacts, especially in the energy sector.
“Let us ensure that our people remain motivated to implement the ongoing national development agenda,” he said.
Mnangagwa commended internal party engagement efforts, including meetings addressed by Jacob Mudenda, saying they strengthen ideological clarity and organisational unity.
He urged party members to maintain discipline and uphold party values.
“We are vigilant custodians of our revolutionary heritage. We must guard against complacency, division and ideological drift. We are a party of order and rules, which must be adhered to at all times,” Mnangagwa said.
