Cabinet approves youth cooperation agreements with Rwanda, South Africa

ROBIN PHIRI

Cabinet has approved a series of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at enhancing youth development through regional cooperation with Rwanda and South Africa.

The agreements, which focus on skills development, entrepreneurship, and empowerment programs, mark a strategic effort to uplift young people and disadvantaged communities.

Speaking at a post-Cabinet media briefing in Harare  this week, the Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services Jenfan Muswere emphasized the transformative potential of these partnerships.

He noted that the MoUs were presented by Minister of Justice, Legal, and Parliamentary Affairs Ziyambi Ziyambi and are designed to create meaningful opportunities for young people.

“The areas of cooperation include life skills training, entrepreneurship, agriculture, technology transfer, health promotion, and empowerment programs,” Muswere said.

“Through these initiatives, the three nations aim to equip youths with the necessary skills to contribute to economic growth and sustainable development.”

The agreements also prioritize reducing poverty and improving living standards by fostering job creation and self-sufficiency.

Muswere highlighted that engaging in structured training and capacity-building programs will help young people develop marketable skills, making them active contributors to their economies.

“One of the key objectives is to promote and facilitate life skills training and capacity building for youth, ensuring they play a critical role in sustainable nation-building,” he added.

Beyond economic empowerment, the MoUs also seek to address social challenges, including youth involvement in crime.

Muswere noted that by providing structured engagement opportunities, the agreements could help curb delinquency, promote peace, and foster national stability.

The Cabinet’s approval signals Zimbabwe’s commitment to strengthening regional ties and investing in youth as drivers of economic and social transformation. With these agreements in place, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, and South Africa are set to deepen their collaboration in building a skilled, innovative, and resilient young generation.

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