Youth leaders in Masvingo Province yesterday were urged to take a more active role in translating political support and community engagement into tangible development outcomes across the province.
Addressing a meeting with provincial youth executives, provincial chairman Robson Mavhenyengwa said the youth structures should focus on implementing development-oriented programmes that deliver measurable results in all seven districts.
“The youth must not only mobilise politically. They must be involved in development projects that bring real change to communities,” he said.
Mavhenyengwa stressed that empowerment initiatives should be evenly distributed and responsive to local needs.
“Development must be equitable. Every district should benefit, and communities must be part of the process,” he said.
At the same meeting, Masvingo Provincial Youth League chairman Delight Mandebvu highlighted Government programmes targeting youth empowerment.
“Programmes such as the Youth Empowerment Revolving Fund, the Munhumutapa Housing Scheme and the distribution of mining equipment are giving youths opportunities to participate in the economy,” he said.
Mandebvu said youth leaders must ensure these programmes reach beneficiaries.
“Our task is to make sure these programmes reach the grassroots and produce results,” he said.
The youth leadership reaffirmed its commitment to supporting national development programmes and contributing to provincial development initiatives.
