Staff Reporter

During the Heroes Day Commemorations held at the National Heroes Acre in Harare, President Emmerson Mnangagwa lauded Zimbabwe’s economic resilience and agricultural achievements amidst ongoing challenges.

Addressing the gathered citizens, President Mnangagwa emphasized the nation’s unwavering determination to thrive despite adversities such as illegal sanctions, climate-induced shocks, and fluctuating international commodity prices.

“Our resilience is the bedrock of our survival as a nation. As such, and against all odds, our economy continues to register positive growth. This bears testimony to the success of our diversification thrust, as we forge ahead despite the illegal sanctions, climate-induced shocks as well as international commodity price fluctuations,” President Mnangagwa declared.

He highlighted the significant role of the Government’s economic strategies, particularly the synergy between fiscal and monetary policies. The President reiterated the administration’s commitment to building on these gains.

 “Through complementarity between fiscal and monetary policies, we are determined to consolidate the gains so far achieved from the price stability brought about by the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency,” he said.

President Mnangagwa also took the opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of the country’s agricultural sector to the nation’s economic resilience.

“We are honouring the fighting spirit of our gallant sons and daughters through increased performance of the agriculture sector. In the midst of the El Niño-induced drought, our winter wheat cropping season continues to score remarkable successes. A record 121,982 hectares of wheat have been planted this season,” the President remarked.

Looking forward, President Mnangagwa announced the Government’s proactive measures for the upcoming summer cropping season, emphasizing plans to boost food security through extensive rehabilitation, expansion, and utilization of irrigation infrastructure.

“Further, my Government has already commenced rolling out preparations for the 2024/2025 summer cropping season, which is expected to restore food security through increased production, on the back of massive irrigation infrastructure rehabilitation, expansion and utilisation,” he said.

The President assured the nation that the Government remains committed to social protection, especially for vulnerable communities and households, to ensure that no one is left behind in the fight against hunger.

“Government is providing social protection for vulnerable communities and households to ensure that no one starves,” he reaffirmed.

Zimbabwe is determined to overcome its challenges through resilience, strategic economic management, and a steadfast commitment to social welfare.