NDS2 embodies Zim’s aspirations, says President
Zvamaida Murwira and Debra Matabvu
THE implementation of the National Development Strategy 2 will ensure all Zimbabweans receive timely, people-centred and high quality services, paving the way for an empowered upper-middle-income society by 2030, President Mnangagwa has said. In his keynote address at the launch of the economic blueprint at State House in Harare yesterday, the President said the document reflected a shared national responsibility and embodied the aspirations of the people of Zimbabwe. The development plan, he said, sought to consolidate socio-economic gains achieved under NDS 1 and further accelerate the country’s progress towards Vision 2030. “It is a document that embodies unity, self-reliance and shared responsibility, in line with our national development philosophy; Nyika inovakwa, inotongwa, inonamatigwa nevene vayo/Ilizwe lakhiwa, libuswe, likhu-le-ke-lwe ngabanikazi balo,” President Mnangagwa said. “The National Development Strategy 2 seeks to consolidate the gains achieved to date. In keeping with my administration’s focus on professionalism and a high work ethic, the implementation of this Strategy will be anchored in stakeholder participation, value for money and the timely delivery of impactful results. “All public institutions are challenged, therefore, to develop and nurture service delivery standards that suit our unique local realities, while also dovetailing with global best practices. “Through this commitment, my Government assures citizens of timely, people-centred and quality service delivery, befitting an empowered and prosperous upper middle income society. “In line with our Zimbabwe is Open for Business drive, NDS 2 will continue to advance reforms aimed at enhancing competitiveness and reducing the cost, as well as the complexity of doing business.” ReadMore