Preparations for the 22nd Zanu PF Annual National People's Conference are progressing ahead of schedule in Manicaland, where the event will take place from Oct. 13 to 18 at Mutare Polytechnic. Party Secretary for Information and Publicity Christopher Mutsvangwa said the conference will review economic progress from the past year and establish plans for the coming period. He noted that most resolution targets have been exceeded, explaining that these goals typically span multiple years with annual benchmarks subject to review and adjustment. Approximately 4,000 delegates, among them foreign visitors, are expected to attend.
The conference theme focuses on achieving Vision 2030 through economic empowerment and value addition, reinforcing the goal of reaching upper-middle-income status by that year. Mutsvangwa emphasized Manicaland's historical significance as a key province in the Second Chimurenga, noting its role as both a recruitment center and infiltration point after FRELIMO's 1974 victory opened the eastern border. The province was the site of major ZANLA military operations at locations such as Ruda, Ruwangwe Camps, Grand Reef Airport, and Mavonde-Monte Casino. Manicaland also demonstrated resilience against RENAMO forces backed by Apartheid South Africa.
The conference theme focuses on achieving Vision 2030 through economic empowerment and value addition, reinforcing the goal of reaching upper-middle-income status by that year. Mutsvangwa emphasized Manicaland's historical significance as a key province in the Second Chimurenga, noting its role as both a recruitment center and infiltration point after FRELIMO's 1974 victory opened the eastern border. The province was the site of major ZANLA military operations at locations such as Ruda, Ruwangwe Camps, Grand Reef Airport, and Mavonde-Monte Casino. Manicaland also demonstrated resilience against RENAMO forces backed by Apartheid South Africa.
