Staff Reporter
Economists have applauded the Second Republic’s ambitious endeavour to digitize multiple sectors of Zimbabwe’s economy.
In an exclusive interview with this publication, Economic Analyst, Elton Ziki praised Government’s commitment, stating, “Under the astute and adaptive leadership of President Mnangagwa, the Government, through various ministries, has embarked on an unprecedented digital transformation of all sectors of the economy.”
Ziki highlighted the significant strides being made, emphasizing the ongoing construction of a new Cyber City in Mt Hampden. Furthermore, he attributed the digitization process to the country’s goal of attaining an Upper Middle-Income Society by 2030, as envisioned by President Mnangagwa.
“Every economic sector is being catered for in the country’s digital transformation trajectory,” he added.
Ziki reiterated that focusing on the agricultural sector, would be a pivotal component of Zimbabwe’s economic resurgence.
“The agricultural sector has seen exciting innovations being introduced, implementing digitally-based strategies to enhance productivity and output through empirical digital approaches,” said Ziki.
He also noted Government’s recent efforts to empower Agricultural Extension Officers with gadgets, reinforcing the connection between extension services, research, and data storage in the sector.
“The advent of the Second Republic has brought an increased interest in the digitization of many facets of Zimbabwean society. The collaborative effort is seen as a catalyst for progress in alignment with global technological advancements,” Ziki emphasized.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, specifically the Immigration Department, announced the commencement of the digitization of the country’s borders. The digitalized border concept is anticipated to be rolled out in the first quarter of this year.
The ongoing initiatives, spanning from a Cyber City to innovations in agriculture and digitalized borders, underscored the Second Republic’s commitment to a technologically advanced and economically prosperous future.
