By Godfrey Gusha
Masvingo – Masvingo Polytechnic College buzzed with political energy as the ZANU PF Masvingo Provincial Inter-District meeting united youth district chairpersons from every part of the province, from Mwenezi and Chiredzi to Chivi, Gutu, Masvingo district, and the rugged hills of Bikita.
The event drew a strong line-up of senior party leaders, including Politburo member Cde John Paradza, Vice Chairman Cde Trust Mugabe representing Hon. Sen. Robson Mavhenyengwa, Political Commissar Cde Brian Munyoro, Secretary for Transport Cde Simon Muchafa, National Youth League member Cde Charles Munganasa, and National Deputy Secretary for Finance Cde Calvin Chauke, among others.
Discussions revolved around reinforcing Masvingo’s revolutionary spirit, unity, and discipline while mapping the Youth League’s strategic direction. Provincial Youth League Chairman Cde Delight Mandebvu described the gathering as an important platform to prepare for national engagements such as the upcoming National Youth Assembly.
“This meeting is for us to craft resolutions for higher platforms,” Cde Mandebvu explained, urging that each resolution should reflect loyalty, focus, and vision. The first resolution was clear, “Till 2030, Cde Dr. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa must remain in power because he is a capable leader who delivers on his promises.”
Cde Brian Munyoro praised the quality of contributions, particularly commending Cde Tinashe Ngavi’s call to intensify mobilisation at school level. “Catch them young,” he said, highlighting that youth empowerment remains a key priority.
Representing the provincial chairman, Cde Trust Mugabe applauded Masvingo’s Youth League for their loyalty to the party and unwavering support for President Mnangagwa.
Cde Paradza, speaking with humility, reminded delegates that the meeting “belongs to you and he explained that the interdistricts were designed to allow grassroots members to set the agenda. He expressed satisfaction at the unanimous support for Resolution Number One, extending the President’s leadership beyond 2030.
Commending President Mnangagwa’s leadership under the Second Republic, Cde Paradza pointed to major development achievements such as road rehabilitation, clinic construction, and the Beitbridge Border Post upgrade. He also highlighted youth-focused initiatives like the Youth Quota, Youth Empowerment Funds, and the Munhumutapa Youth Housing Scheme.
“The President has always said youths are the vanguard of the party,” he noted, adding that after elections, the Head of State encouraged a focus of 20% politics and 80% economics, urging young people to be productive, avoid drug abuse, and seize opportunities for wealth creation.
As deliberations continued, the atmosphere was charged with determination and optimism. Delegates reaffirmed their commitment to supporting President Mnangagwa’s vision for growth and empowerment, pledging to keep Masvingo’s youth voice strong in shaping the party’s future and preserving the gains of the liberation struggle.
