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Cabinet swaps suits for national fabric
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Emmerson Mnangagwa and his Cabinet will wear Zimbabwe's National Fabric throughout May as the country observes Culture Month, in a move aimed at promoting cultural identity and national pride.
The decision was implemented at yesterday's Cabinet sitting in Harare, where ministers appeared in vibrant locally designed attire instead of the traditional Western-style suits and ties.
The initiative reflects Government's push to reinforce indigenous values, traditions and unity through visible cultural expression in official state business.
By adopting the National Fabric for the entire month, the administration said it is reaffirming commitment to preserving Zimbabwe's heritage while supporting local creativity and the textile industry.
The programme also forms part of a broader national and continental cultural calendar, with activities expected to culminate in Africa Day on 25 May.
Mnangagwa is also expected to preside over the main Culture Month commemorations scheduled for Bulawayo on 21 May.
Culture Month is observed annually in May and is coordinated by the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe in partnership with the Ministry of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture.
Acting Sports Minister Paul Mavima said the programme goes beyond ceremonial observance, describing it as a strategic platform for skills development, innovation and youth empowerment in the arts sector.
He said activities during the month include traditional dance performances, cultural exhibitions, language preservation initiatives, culinary showcases, music festivals, poetry events and visual arts displays aimed at strengthening intergenerational cultural transmission.
Zimbabwe's National Fabric, introduced in recent years, is designed to reflect the country's history, values and aspirations through colours and symbols inspired by the national flag and broader African identity.
Government says the continued use of the fabric in official settings is intended to promote cultural pride, strengthen national identity and support locally produced goods and services.
The decision was implemented at yesterday's Cabinet sitting in Harare, where ministers appeared in vibrant locally designed attire instead of the traditional Western-style suits and ties.
The initiative reflects Government's push to reinforce indigenous values, traditions and unity through visible cultural expression in official state business.
By adopting the National Fabric for the entire month, the administration said it is reaffirming commitment to preserving Zimbabwe's heritage while supporting local creativity and the textile industry.
The programme also forms part of a broader national and continental cultural calendar, with activities expected to culminate in Africa Day on 25 May.
Culture Month is observed annually in May and is coordinated by the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe in partnership with the Ministry of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture.
Acting Sports Minister Paul Mavima said the programme goes beyond ceremonial observance, describing it as a strategic platform for skills development, innovation and youth empowerment in the arts sector.
He said activities during the month include traditional dance performances, cultural exhibitions, language preservation initiatives, culinary showcases, music festivals, poetry events and visual arts displays aimed at strengthening intergenerational cultural transmission.
Zimbabwe's National Fabric, introduced in recent years, is designed to reflect the country's history, values and aspirations through colours and symbols inspired by the national flag and broader African identity.
Government says the continued use of the fabric in official settings is intended to promote cultural pride, strengthen national identity and support locally produced goods and services.
Source - The Herald
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