Zanu PF Conference 2025

Conference Resolutions Point to Government’s Policy Priorities

Zanu PF escalated its political momentum at its 22nd National People’s Conference in Mutare, where delegates endorsed a wide-ranging set of resolutions aimed at reshaping Zimbabwe’s governance, economy, and social landscape.  Central to the conference was the reaffirmation of a proposal to extend President Mnangagwa’s term from 2028 to 2030 – a move that now carries official directive status.

Justice Minister and Zanu PF Secretary for Legal Affairs Ziyambi Ziyambi announced the resolution to thunderous applause, declaring that the party and government must initiate legislative amendments to give full effect to the extension before the party’s next National People’s Conference.  The resolution builds on a similar one passed in Bulawayo in 2024 and is expected to be finalised ahead of the party’s elective congress in 2026.

Beyond the presidential term extension, the conference adopted a comprehensive slate of resolutions reflecting Zanu PF’s strategic priorities:

Governance and Party Structures

·      Affiliate Registration and Logistics: Accelerated registration of party affiliates and provision of vehicles and motorcycles to party leaders to improve operational efficiency.

·      Civil Service Reform:  Deployment of ideologically aligned cadres into the civil service to reinforce party-government coherence.

·      Recognition of Non-Combatants:  Proposal to grant provincial hero status to non-combatants in recognition of their contributions to the liberation struggle.

Cultural and Historical Identity

·      Munhumutapa Day: Declaration of 15 September as Munhumutapa Day to honour Zimbabwe’s pre-colonial leadership and heritage.

Economic Development

·      Gastronomic Economy:  Promotion of culinary tourism and local food industries.

·      Irrigation and Title Deeds:  Expansion of irrigation schemes and roll-out of a title deeds program to secure land tenure.

·      Currency and Financial Reforms:  Strengthening of the ZiG currency, removal of the Intermediated Money Transfer Tax on electronic money transfers, and improvement of the durability of currency notes.

·      Lithium and Renewable Energy: Support for local production of lithium batteries and renewable energy technologies.

Social Protection and Public Services

·      Social Safety Nets:  Acceleration of support programmes, including clearing of historical debts under the BEAM initiative.

·      Public Service Benefits:  Review of benefits for civil servants and pensioners, upgrading of training institutions, and establishment of a national road accident fund.

·      Health care:  Urgent procurement of essential medicines to ensure availability across health facilities.

Infrastructure and Trade

·      Border and Rail Modernisation:  Upgrades to border posts and the railway network to boost trade and mobility.

Women and Youth Empowerment

·      Gender Parity:  Mandate for 50/50 participation of women in all sectors, alongside housing and financial support.

·      Youth Livelihoods:  Initiatives to combat drug abuse and promote youth empowerment through targeted programs.

Environmental and Educational Initiatives

·      Wetland Protection:  Enforcement of environmental laws to safeguard wetlands and promote sustainable development.

·      Educational Expansion: Establishment of a hospitality school in Victoria Falls and a School of Mines in each province to support skills development and economic growth.

The resolutions were adopted with fervent support from delegates, including the youth league, which emphasised the need for President Mnangagwa to complete the Vision 2030 agenda.  While the President has previously stated he would not seek an extension, the conference signalled a growing internal movement to prolong his tenure.

Zanu PF’s spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa reiterated the party’s democratic ethos, noting that while presidential contests are allowed, contenders must respect the will of the majority.

With the Mutare conference now on record directing government action, the resolutions mark a decisive step toward consolidating the party’s influence over government policy and steering Zimbabwe towards the party’s 2030 goals.

 

Veritas makes every effort to ensure reliable information, but cannot take legal responsibility for information supplied.