Economic transformation towards Vision 2030
THE recently held conference in Nyanga, hosted by the Zimbabwe Institute of Strategic Thinking (ZIST), was a resounding success. This conference brought together stakeholders from various sectors to discuss pressing issues and strategically plan for the future.
What made this conference truly unique was the unanimous support for Vision 2030, a bold vision for Zimbabwe’s economic transformation.
The meeting was attended by Government officials, business leaders, representatives of civil society organisations and international partners, showcasing the broad-based support for Zimbabwe’s development agenda.
Discussions at the conference focused on key sectors such as agriculture, mining, manufacturing, tourism and infrastructure development, highlighting the comprehensive approach needed for economic transformation.
The commitment shown by stakeholders to work together towards Vision 2030 is a testament to the collective determination to drive positive change in Zimbabwe.
The President’s vision
President Mnangagwa has proven to be a visionary leader with his clear and ambitious vision for Zimbabwe’s future.
In laying out Vision 2030, he has set a roadmap for economic transformation and development. The vision encompasses not only economic growth but also social development and environmental sustainability.
President Mnangagwa has emphasised the importance of inclusivity, ensuring that no one is left behind in the journey towards a prosperous Zimbabwe. Under his leadership, the Government has implemented reforms to create an enabling environment for businesses, attract investment and promote job creation.
These efforts have already started yielding positive results, with increased investor confidence
and a steady improvement in the ease of doing business rankings.
NDS1 feeds into the economy
The National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1) is a key component of Zimbabwe’s economic transformation agenda. This comprehensive strategy outlines Government’s priorities and targets for the period 2021-2025.
NDS1 focuses on key sectors such as agriculture, mining, manufacturing, tourism and infrastructure development.
The strategy recognises that these sectors have the potential to drive economic growth, create employment and generate foreign exchange earnings.
The Government has allocated significant resources to support the implementation of NDS1, including budgetary provisions and the establishment of specialised task forces.
The strategy also emphasises the importance
of public-private partnerships to leverage on resources and expertise for maximum impact.
Early successes in implementing NDS1 can already be seen, such as increased agricultural productivity, growth in the mining sector, and the expansion of tourism infrastructure.
Growth transformative strategy
To achieve the ambitious goals of Vision 2030, Zimbabwe needs a growth transformative strategy.
This strategy should focus on creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive, attracting foreign direct investment, and promoting innovation and technology adoption.
The Government has recognised the need to address bottlenecks and barriers to business growth, such as cumbersome regulations and limited access to finance.
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