New Cabinet hailed

“The appointment of a distinguished development economics scholar, a global economic and financial operator, a financial sector guru, a banker of note, an erudite financial and economic analyst, an innovative financial engineer is Zimbabwe’s single greatest Cabinet appointment in years,” said Dr Moyo.

Zimbabwe Teachers’ Association chief executive officer Mr Sifiso Ndlovu said the education sector was optimistic in the new Government.

“In the education I think the President made a sterling job by appointing Mavima (Prof Paul) and has appointed Honourable Edgar Moyo as his deputy. Hon Moyo is well experienced in the education sector, was a headmaster and a teacher for a long time. He understands education issues. We hope this new Cabinet is going to work as a unit to address aspirations of the people,” said Mr Ndlovu.

Opposition politician and former Education Minister Mr David Coltart commended the appointment of 20 cabinet ministers and particularly Ministers Ncube and Coventry.

“So overall an improvement on the last one. I am always happy to give credit where it is due,” said Mr Coltart.

Posting on his Twitter account, President Mnangagwa said the appointments were in fulfilment of his electoral promises.

“Today, as promised, I appointed a diverse, dynamic, youthful and streamlined cabinet with the skills and experience required to achieve our goals. Now it is time to get to work!” he posted. — @nqotshili.