Manicaland Children of War Veterans Participate in Anti-Sanctions Day
By Sam Mupedziswa
Children of Zimbabwe Liberation War Veterans Association in Manicaland Province participated in the Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations, joining other stakeholders in calling for the removal of sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe. The event brought together various groups and leaders, including the Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Manicaland, Hon. Mugadza.
The participation of the association highlighted the involvement of children of liberation war veterans in national programmes and discussions concerning Zimbabwe’s economic development. Their presence reflected their engagement in commemorating Anti-Sanctions Day alongside other provincial stakeholders.
Hon. Mugadza’s participation underscored the involvement of provincial leadership in the commemorations, which focus on the impact of sanctions on Zimbabwe and calls for their removal. The event also provided an opportunity for participants to express their views on the country’s economic development and the importance of cooperation among communities and stakeholders.
The Children of Zimbabwe Liberation War Veterans Association continues to participate in provincial activities, with its members contributing to discussions on national development and the legacy of the liberation struggle.
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CDE REJOICE SIBANDA JOINS BULAWAYO ANTI-SANCTIONS CAMPAIGN
By Sam Mupedziswa | Zimfocus Online News
ZANU PF Bulawayo Province Women’s league Chairlady Cde Rejoice Sibanda joined party affiliates and other participants in the anti-sanctions campaign held at City Hall car park on Sunday, 25 October 2026, where various affiliate groups gathered to call for the unconditional removal of sanctions against Zimbabwe.
The participants marched from City Hall car park along Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Avenue, proceeding to 8th Street and Robert Mugabe Avenue before returning to the starting point. At the conclusion of the march, leaders representing different affiliates delivered solidarity messages, outlining their positions on the impact of sanctions and the need for Zimbabwe to pursue its development aspirations.
Addressing the gathering, Cde Sibanda thanked the participants for turning out in large numbers and said the presence of different affiliates demonstrated the importance of recognising and respecting every group within the party’s structures.
“I am here also against these sanctions, supporting you, my children. I would like to thank you all. All affiliates must feel respected. I am a mother to all of you, not just one affiliate. I am not only a mother to Young Women for ED; I am also a mother to teachers, children of war veterans and everyone gathered here today,” she said.
Cde Sibanda said the impact of sanctions should also be considered from the perspective of mothers, who often carry significant responsibilities in providing for their families. She noted that motherhood connects people across different backgrounds and organisations, adding that the effects of economic challenges can be felt within households and communities. “Everyone here came from a mother. When we talk about sanctions, the first person who feels the pain is a mother, because life begins with a mother. We are saying, down with sanctions,” she said.
The provincial chairlady’s remarks highlighted her call for unity among party affiliates and recognition of their respective contributions. The gathering brought together members of different groups who used the occasion to express their views on sanctions and Zimbabwe’s economic development, with participants calling for their removal as part of broader efforts to improve livelihoods and advance national development goals.
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CDE KANDISHAYA INVITED TO RUSSIA-AFRICA ECONOMIC FORUM
By Sam Mupedziswa | Zimfocus Online News
MOSCOW, Russia — Cde Taurai Kandishaya African Youth Congress Chairman has been invited to participate in the Third Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, scheduled for October 28–29, 2026, in Moscow under the theme “For Peace, Security and Development.”
Organised by the Roscongress Foundation, the Forum will bring together African leaders, international organisations, investors and business executives to explore opportunities in trade, investment, agriculture, energy, infrastructure, education and technology.
The gathering aims to strengthen Russia-Africa relations through practical partnerships, business agreements and humanitarian cooperation. For Zimbabwe, the engagement presents potential opportunities to attract investment, expand export markets and advance industrialisation under the Zimbabwe Is Open for Business initiative.
The Forum is expected to provide a platform for establishing business contacts and promoting partnerships that can translate into investment, job creation, technology transfer and sustainable economic development across Africa.
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HAIRDRESSERS FOR ED: DOWN WITH SANCTIONS!
Bulawayo Province Hairdressers for ED representative, Cde Nhlanhla Dube, said hairdressers had joined the call for the unconditional removal of sanctions against Zimbabwe, expressing their support for the country’s economic development.
“As hairdressers, size lapha ukuzotshengisa support yethu and solidarity in calling for the removal of sanctions. Kasizifuni lezi sanctions ngoba sifuna ukubona ilizwe lethu lithuthuka, amabhizimusi ethu ekhula, labantu bethola amathuba okuziphilisa. Sithi phansi ngama-sanctions! Let Zimbabwe move forward and prosper under the leadership of President Cde Dr Emmerson Mnangagwa. Viva ZANU PF, viva, Phansi lamaSanctions!” said Cde Dube.
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ZANU PF MPs RALLY BEHIND YOUNG AUTHOR THROUGH BOOK PURCHASES
ZANU PF legislators and senior party members, led by Government Chief Whip Hon. Pupurai Togarepi, have demonstrated their support for local literature and youth empowerment through the purchase of copies of Zvamuri Ndaimbova Zvandiri Muchazova at its official launch in Harare.
Senator Dr Kudakwashe Tagwirei led the contributions with US$2,000, while Hon. Farai Jere, Hon. Pupurai Togarepi, Hon. Torerai Moyo and Commissioner Kandongwe each purchased copies worth US$1,000. Hurungwe West legislator Hon. Chinjai Kambuzuma also supported the initiative with a US$500 purchase.
In a further show of support, ZANU PF Members of Parliament collectively pledged US$10,000 towards purchasing the book, underscoring their commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting Zimbabwean literature. The initiative also highlights the potential role of literature in raising awareness about drug and substance abuse and other social challenges affecting young people.
The support from the legislators reflects the importance of creating platforms for young authors to share their ideas, inspire their peers and contribute to national conversations on youth development. Through initiatives such as this, local literature can help encourage positive choices, strengthen social awareness and give young people a voice in addressing challenges facing their communities.
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NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE GRADUATES CALL FOR UNCONDITIONAL LIFTING OF SANCTIONS
By Sam Mupedziswa | Zimfocus Online News
National Youth Service graduates Bulawayo Province Deputy Secretary for Information and Publicity, Cde Craig Moyo, speaking on behalf of National Youth Service graduates, has called for the unconditional removal of sanctions against Zimbabwe, reaffirming the youths’ commitment to defending the country’s sovereignty and supporting national development.
Cde Moyo said National Youth Service graduates were trained to defend the country and its interests at all costs, describing them as the vanguard and backbone of the party. He emphasised that the youths remained committed to safeguarding the gains of the liberation struggle and supporting the country’s development agenda.
“Isu vechidiki vakapedza National Youth Service takadzidziswa kudzivirira nyika yedu nezvatakawana muhondo yerusununguko. We are the vanguard and backbone of the party. Tinoti pasi nezvirango zvehupfumi, sanctions must go! We stand for Zimbabwe’s sovereignty, development and prosperity. Viva ZANU PF! Viva!” said Cde Moyo.
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ZIMUCHI JOINS CALL FOR UNCONDITIONAL LIFTING OF SANCTIONS
By Sam Mupedziswa | Zimfocus Online News
Zimbabwe United Construction and Hardware Industries (ZIMUCHI) National Chairman Cde Kelvin Mavura has reaffirmed the organisation’s position against sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, calling for their unconditional removal to unlock the country’s economic potential.
Cde Mavura said ZIMUCHI was proud to be among the voices calling for the lifting of sanctions, emphasising that removing the restrictions would create opportunities for economic growth, business development and national progress.
“We are proud to be one of the voices speaking against sanctions and calling for their unconditional lifting. We say removing these barriers unlocks the potential of our beautiful nation of Zimbabwe,” said Cde Mavura.
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CHILDREN OF WAR VETERANS JOIN CALL FOR REMOVAL OF SANCTIONS
By Sam Mupedziswa | Zimfocus Online News
CHILDREN of Zimbabwe Liberation War Veterans Association have reiterated their call for the unconditional removal of sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, declaring their solidarity with President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa during the SADC Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations held on October 25.
Speaking on behalf of the association, Deputy Provincial Political Commissar Cde Thamu said children of the country’s liberation war veterans were united in opposing sanctions and supporting Zimbabwe’s development aspirations.
“As children of the liberation war veterans, thina sithi phansi ngezijeziso ezibekwe phezu kweZimbabwe. We stand with our President, Cde Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, in calling for the removal of sanctions. Sithi sanctions must go, aziphele zonke!” said Cde Thamu.
He said the association believed that Zimbabwe should be afforded opportunities to pursue economic development, create employment and improve the livelihoods of its citizens without the constraints associated with sanctions.
“Abazali bethu balwela inkululeko yelizwe lethu, njalo thina njengabantwana babo sifuna ukubona iZimbabwe ithuthuka. Asifuni izijeziso eziphazamisa amathuba okukhula komnotho lokuthuthukisa impilo yabantu. Sifuna ilizwe lethu liqhubekele phambili,” he said.
Cde Thamu added that the association remained committed to national development and the country’s Vision 2030 aspirations, emphasising the importance of unity, peace and collective responsibility in building Zimbabwe.
“Simanyene ekuthini izijeziso zisuswe ngokupheleleyo. Pasi nezvirango! Phansi ngama-sanctions! Pamberi ngeZimbabwe, towards Vision 2030!” he said.
Zimbabwe commemorates SADC Anti-Sanctions Day on October 25, using the occasion to renew calls for the removal of sanctions and highlight the importance of regional solidarity, international cooperation and economic transformation.
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"𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟔𝟒𝟎 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬!" — 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐝𝐫. 𝐀𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐰𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐇.𝐄. 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐰𝐚’𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐝𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐰.
This Sunday in Moscow, a landmark diplomatic offensive officially commenced as the COMESA Chairman, His Excellency President Dr. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, safely landed to attend the Third Russia-Africa Summit.
Following the President's arrival, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Hon. Prof. dr. Amon Murwira, issued a comprehensive operational briefing detailing the Head of State's upcoming high-level engagements.
Outlining the intensive itinerary for the week, Prof. Murwira emphasized that the Chief Diplomat is aggressively driving the aspirations of the COMESA region alongside Zimbabwe's flagship "Zimbabwe is Open for Business" doctrine.
This strategic mission aims to cultivate a fair, multipolar international trading architecture rooted in sovereign interdependency and mutual respect.
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YOUNG WOMEN FOR ED: SANCTIONS MUST GO!
Bulawayo Province’s Cde Catherine Mitchell Tembo, representing Young Women for ED, said sanctions against Zimbabwe continue to raise concerns over economic opportunities for young women, particularly those seeking to establish and grow their own businesses. She highlighted the importance of creating an enabling environment where young women can access resources, expand their enterprises and contribute meaningfully to the country’s economic development.
Cde Tembo emphasised that young women need opportunities to turn their entrepreneurial ideas into sustainable businesses that create employment and promote financial independence. She called for greater support for youth-led enterprises, noting that economic development should open doors for young women to participate actively in commerce, innovation and national development.
She reiterated the call for the unconditional removal of sanctions, saying young women want to see a Zimbabwe where businesses can grow, investment can expand and communities can prosper. The message from Young Women for ED remains focused on economic empowerment, entrepreneurship and the participation of young people in achieving Vision 2030.
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TEACHERS 4ED BULAWAYO JOINS CALL FOR REMOVAL OF SANCTIONS
By Sam Mupedziswa | Zimfocus Online News
TEACHERS for Economic Development (Teachers 4ED) Bulawayo Province has called for the unconditional removal of sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, saying the restrictive measures undermine livelihoods, affect the education sector and constrain the country’s development aspirations.
Speaking at the City Hall car park in Bulawayo during the SADC Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations on October 25, Teachers 4ED Bulawayo Province Head of Mobilisation, Cde Sinikiwe Sibanda, expressed solidarity with President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, ZANU PF and other groups calling for the removal of sanctions.
Cde Sibanda said sanctions continued to present challenges to Zimbabwe’s development, including efforts to strengthen the education system and expand opportunities for ordinary citizens.
“We stand in unwavering solidarity with His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Cde Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, ZANU PF, and all progressive forces united in the call for the removal of illegal sanctions,” she said.
She added that Zimbabweans deserved opportunities to develop their country and improve their livelihoods without the constraints associated with restrictive measures.
“Today, we speak with one voice: Sanctions must go! Zimbabwe deserves a fair opportunity to develop, prosper and achieve Vision 2030 without hindrance,” said Cde Sibanda.
She concluded by reaffirming her organisation’s position with the slogans: “Pamberi neColossal Revolution! Pamberi naPresident Emmerson Mnangagwa! Pasi nezvirango! Pasi nemhandu!”
The October 25 commemorations mark SADC Anti-Sanctions Day, which Zimbabwe observes to highlight regional solidarity and renew calls for the removal of sanctions. The country continues to pursue its Vision 2030 ambition of attaining upper-middle-income economy status through economic transformation, investment and development initiatives.
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PAN-AFRICAN WALKER RAISES AWARENESS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE
By Sam Mupedziswa | Zimfocus Online News
A Pan-African child abuse awareness campaign walker, Mate Subulwa, has called on parents, communities and governments across Southern Africa to strengthen efforts to protect children from abuse, neglect, early marriages and teenage pregnancies.
The Zimfocus Online News team encountered Subulwa yesterday along the Plumtree-Bulawayo highway, near the Amarula area in Matabeleland South, as he continued his awareness campaign walk across the region. In Plumtree, he was joined by Zanu PF Matabeleland South Youth League Amarula District chairman Shepard Sibanda, popularly known as Mandela, who accompanied him in support of the campaign. Subulwa said the initiative was aimed at drawing attention to the challenges facing vulnerable children and encouraging communities to take collective responsibility for their protection and welfare.
Subulwa revealed that he had covered 2,224 kilometres as of yesterday since beginning the campaign on August 5. His journey has taken him through several towns and cities across the region, including Victoria Falls, Hwange, Plumtree, Francistown, Gaborone and Mahikeng. He said he was continuing his journey, with plans to proceed through Mozambique and Malawi before returning to Zambia, while also mentioning Harare as part of his intended route.
“Children are the most vulnerable members of our society. They are being neglected, defiled and forced into early marriages. We are also witnessing teenage pregnancies and cases of missing children. To me, this is a war that we must fight together,” said Subulwa.
He urged parents and communities not to leave child protection solely to the Government or international organisations, emphasising that safeguarding children begins within families and communities. He called on parents to provide proper care and support for their children, while urging authorities to strengthen child protection measures and impose appropriate penalties on those who sexually abuse children, facilitate child marriages or deny children access to education.
“Our prayer is that families should take care of their children, and the community at large must also play its part. I am appealing to our governments to reach out to children and ensure that those who abuse them face stiff punishment. Children should not be denied education and forced to work on farms when they are supposed to be in school,” he said.
Subulwa said children were the future leaders of the continent, stressing that protecting their rights, safety and access to education was a shared responsibility requiring action from parents, communities, governments and other stakeholders.
His campaign serves as a call for greater awareness and collective action against child abuse, with communities encouraged to report abuse, support vulnerable children and help create safer environments in which every child can grow, learn and thrive.
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ZIMBABWE REITERATES CALL FOR UNCONDITIONAL REMOVAL OF SANCTIONS
By Sam Mupedziswa | Zimfocus Online News
PRESIDENT Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has reiterated Zimbabwe’s call for the immediate and unconditional removal of sanctions imposed on the country by some Western nations, describing the measures as unjustified impediments to economic development, investment and Zimbabwe’s full participation in global trade.
The President made the remarks while addressing the nation on the occasion of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations on October 25, 2026, reaffirming Zimbabwe’s commitment to regional solidarity, international cooperation and economic transformation.
The commemorations stem from a decision taken at the 39th SADC Summit, held in the United Republic of Tanzania, when regional leaders declared October 25 SADC Anti-Sanctions Day in a demonstration of solidarity with Zimbabwe. President Mnangagwa said the measures continued to affect the country’s development prospects, access to international finance and investment, as well as its participation in global trade.
“Today, therefore, we accordingly demand the immediate and unconditional lifting of these heinous, unjustified and illegal unilateral sanctions,” said President Mnangagwa, while expressing appreciation to SADC member states and allies in the progressive world for their continued support in calling for their removal.
The President emphasised the importance of a fair and just global order anchored on sovereign equality, non-interference in the internal affairs of states and the right of every country to determine its own development path. He said these principles remained fundamental to strengthening international relations and promoting cooperation among nations.
This year’s commemorations are running under the theme, “Leveraging Regional Integration and Global Partnerships for Economic Transformation Beyond Illegal Sanctions,” which highlights the importance of regional integration and international partnerships in advancing Zimbabwe’s economic development aspirations.
Guided by the foreign policy principle that Zimbabwe is “a friend to all and an enemy to none,” President Mnangagwa reaffirmed the country’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic relations, broadening international engagement and pursuing economic transformation through its national development agenda.
The commemorations provide an opportunity for Zimbabwe and its regional partners to renew calls for the removal of sanctions while highlighting the importance of international cooperation, economic integration and mutually beneficial partnerships in advancing sustainable development across the region.
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