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Junior Parliament set to open tomorrow
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The Zimbabwean government has reaffirmed its dedication to involving children in decisions that affect their lives as preparations intensify for the official opening of the 33rd Junior Parliament at Mt Hampden.
An alumni dinner held on the eve of the event brought together former Junior Parliamentarians to offer guidance and support to incoming members, underscoring the institution's role in nurturing future leaders.
Speaking ahead of tomorrow's official opening, Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, Honourable Tino Machakaire, highlighted the significance of the Junior Parliament, which was established in 1991 as a strategic platform for youth engagement across Zimbabwe.
"The Government is committed to developing our young people into productive citizens and responsible leaders of tomorrow," Minister Machakaire said. "The Ministry and other stakeholders have continuously enhanced programmes that enable them to reach their full potential."
This year marks a milestone with the introduction of the Junior Senate, a body composed of former parliamentarians, providing continuity and enriching the quality and scope of debates within the Junior Parliament, the Minister explained.
Minister Machakaire also emphasized that the Junior Parliament serves not only as a leadership development and advocacy platform but also as a channel through which young representatives from all ten provinces actively participate in Zimbabwe's governance.
"These young men and women are the duty leaders of tomorrow, and it is imperative that their grooming starts now to prepare them," he stated.
The Minister expressed enthusiasm about working with the recently elected Junior President, who is expected to announce his cabinet soon.
He noted that the government's commitment to digital and ICT platforms has increased children's access to a wide range of educational materials and information, further empowering young Zimbabweans.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is scheduled to preside over the official opening ceremony tomorrow. Junior parliamentarians, aged between 12 and 18, will represent their peers from each of Zimbabwe's ten provinces.
The Junior Parliament of Zimbabwe mirrors the structure of the senior parliament, featuring both a children's Senate and a House of Assembly. Its core mission is to involve children in policy processes and provide a platform to advocate for child-friendly legislation and policies.
With child representatives in every constituency, the Junior Parliament gives Zimbabwean children a voice on issues that affect their rights and needs, reinforcing the government's commitment to inclusive governance and youth empowerment.
An alumni dinner held on the eve of the event brought together former Junior Parliamentarians to offer guidance and support to incoming members, underscoring the institution's role in nurturing future leaders.
Speaking ahead of tomorrow's official opening, Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, Honourable Tino Machakaire, highlighted the significance of the Junior Parliament, which was established in 1991 as a strategic platform for youth engagement across Zimbabwe.
"The Government is committed to developing our young people into productive citizens and responsible leaders of tomorrow," Minister Machakaire said. "The Ministry and other stakeholders have continuously enhanced programmes that enable them to reach their full potential."
This year marks a milestone with the introduction of the Junior Senate, a body composed of former parliamentarians, providing continuity and enriching the quality and scope of debates within the Junior Parliament, the Minister explained.
Minister Machakaire also emphasized that the Junior Parliament serves not only as a leadership development and advocacy platform but also as a channel through which young representatives from all ten provinces actively participate in Zimbabwe's governance.
The Minister expressed enthusiasm about working with the recently elected Junior President, who is expected to announce his cabinet soon.
He noted that the government's commitment to digital and ICT platforms has increased children's access to a wide range of educational materials and information, further empowering young Zimbabweans.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is scheduled to preside over the official opening ceremony tomorrow. Junior parliamentarians, aged between 12 and 18, will represent their peers from each of Zimbabwe's ten provinces.
The Junior Parliament of Zimbabwe mirrors the structure of the senior parliament, featuring both a children's Senate and a House of Assembly. Its core mission is to involve children in policy processes and provide a platform to advocate for child-friendly legislation and policies.
With child representatives in every constituency, the Junior Parliament gives Zimbabwean children a voice on issues that affect their rights and needs, reinforcing the government's commitment to inclusive governance and youth empowerment.
Source - zbc
