Zimbabwe has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritizing children's needs as a fundamental component of sustainable development. Vice President Constantino Chiwenga conveyed this position during his address at the Sub-Regional World Children’s Day Commemorations in Gaborone, Botswana. He stated that placing children at the center of dialogue demonstrates a genuine intent to act on their aspirations for inclusion, dignity, and resilience.
The Vice President detailed national initiatives aligned with this goal, including the Heritage-Based 5.0 Curriculum, school feeding programs, and efforts to retain girls in education. He also reported that the government has launched a comprehensive, multi-sectoral response to combat emerging threats against children, such as substance abuse and online harm. Child President Lionel Mazarire expressed pride in Zimbabwe's advancements, citing equal educational opportunities for urban and rural learners as a key achievement.
Children from across the Southern African region collectively called for an end to violence and poverty, while demanding guaranteed access to nutrition, sanitation, and inclusive education. The event gathered delegates from multiple nations, with Lesotho announced as the host for the following year's regional celebrations.
The Vice President detailed national initiatives aligned with this goal, including the Heritage-Based 5.0 Curriculum, school feeding programs, and efforts to retain girls in education. He also reported that the government has launched a comprehensive, multi-sectoral response to combat emerging threats against children, such as substance abuse and online harm. Child President Lionel Mazarire expressed pride in Zimbabwe's advancements, citing equal educational opportunities for urban and rural learners as a key achievement.
Children from across the Southern African region collectively called for an end to violence and poverty, while demanding guaranteed access to nutrition, sanitation, and inclusive education. The event gathered delegates from multiple nations, with Lesotho announced as the host for the following year's regional celebrations.
