We all have duty to deliver, says President
Zvamaida Murwira-Senior Reporter
THE signing of performance contracts by Government ministries, departments and agencies represents a binding obligation to deliver impactful services to ordinary Zimbabweans through accountable, excellent and results-oriented leadership, President Mnangagwa said yesterday. Delivering his keynote address at the 2025 performance evaluation results and 2026 contract signing ceremony for senior public officials in Harare, the President underscored the Government’s commitment to improving citizens’ lives through efficient service delivery. The performance contract framework represents one of the Second Republic’s most significant public sector reforms, introduced by President Mnangagwa in 2021 to revolutionise service delivery and entrench a culture of accountability across Government. Under the system, senior Government officials, including ministers, permanent secretaries and heads of State enterprises, are required to sign annual contracts that outline specific, measurable targets they must achieve in their portfolios. The President said his administration will remain duty-bound to deliver quality service to the people. “As Government, we all have a duty to implement, deliver and impact the lives and livelihoods of our fellow citizens. I am pleased that the public sector in general is showing higher levels of patriotism, servant leadership, hard, honest work, unity of purpose, professionalism and selfless service for the benefit of all our communities,” said President Mnangagwa. ReadMore