Zanu PF Leaders Visit Border Post to Monitor Economic Policies.
Senior members of Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu PF party arrived at Beitbridge Border Post Thursday for a two-day review of economic policies. The visit follows decisions made at the party's annual conference in Bulawayo last October.
Retired Lieutenant-General Engelbert Rugeje leads the team, joined by Business Development Secretary Elifasi Mashaba and Economic Affairs Director Anastacia Ndlovu.
"The party stands above government and sets national economic policies," Rugeje said during the tour. He stressed the need for coordination between party plans and government action at the border post.
The US$300 million upgrade at Beitbridge has cut waiting times for cargo and travelers, aiding trade across southern Africa.
The team met with border traders, transport companies, and law enforcement to discuss economic rules. They aim to stop smuggling and protect Zimbabwe's resources.
"Our country loses money through smuggling and unpaid duties," Rugeje said. He called for balanced customs fees that serve both government and public needs.
The delegation plans to share its findings with the party's Politburo. Through the Ministry of Presidential Affairs, a new system tracks government work against party goals.
Business Development Secretary Mashaba praised the border upgrades by Zimborders Consortium. "This investment demands matching service quality," he said.
The border visit supports Zimbabwe's Vision 2030 plan for upper-middle-income status. Leaders expect the modern facility to boost regional commerce and reduce illegal trade.
Senior members of Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu PF party arrived at Beitbridge Border Post Thursday for a two-day review of economic policies. The visit follows decisions made at the party's annual conference in Bulawayo last October.
Retired Lieutenant-General Engelbert Rugeje leads the team, joined by Business Development Secretary Elifasi Mashaba and Economic Affairs Director Anastacia Ndlovu.
"The party stands above government and sets national economic policies," Rugeje said during the tour. He stressed the need for coordination between party plans and government action at the border post.
The US$300 million upgrade at Beitbridge has cut waiting times for cargo and travelers, aiding trade across southern Africa.
The team met with border traders, transport companies, and law enforcement to discuss economic rules. They aim to stop smuggling and protect Zimbabwe's resources.
"Our country loses money through smuggling and unpaid duties," Rugeje said. He called for balanced customs fees that serve both government and public needs.
The delegation plans to share its findings with the party's Politburo. Through the Ministry of Presidential Affairs, a new system tracks government work against party goals.
Business Development Secretary Mashaba praised the border upgrades by Zimborders Consortium. "This investment demands matching service quality," he said.
The border visit supports Zimbabwe's Vision 2030 plan for upper-middle-income status. Leaders expect the modern facility to boost regional commerce and reduce illegal trade.
