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2,000 Bulawayo youths to undergo Chitepo School of Ideology training
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At least 2,000 youths from Bulawayo are set to undergo training at the Herbert Chitepo School of Ideology, a government-affiliated institution aimed at instilling national consciousness, patriotism, and youth participation in economic development.
The announcement was made by Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, during a meeting held at the Zanu-PF provincial war veterans' offices in Entumbane suburb this week. Prof Ncube pledged support for the programme, promising to donate essential supplies including foodstuffs to aid its implementation.
The initiative is part of a broader campaign led by the ruling party, Zanu-PF, which aims to train at least 5,000 youths in Bulawayo by August 2025. So far, 3,000 youths have already completed the training.
"This is a noble initiative. We need to work hard, study hard, and stay away from drugs," said Prof Ncube. "The world has become competitive, and Zimbabwe must ensure it is part of that competition while protecting its interests as a nation."
Prof Ncube said the training is not exclusive to Zanu-PF members, as young people from opposition parties are also being mobilised to join the programme. He argued that promoting national unity and a shared vision among the youth could indirectly stimulate economic growth, improve service delivery, and create a stable environment for development.
Zanu-PF Bulawayo provincial chairman, Jabulani Sibanda, reinforced the significance of the programme, describing it as "life-changing" for participants.
"We want to gather at least 2,000 youths within the week. This course is aimed at creating a sense of identity and belonging while promoting national interests," said Sibanda. "The school equips individuals with skills and knowledge to engage in income-generating projects, contributing directly to national economic progress."
He added that the training promotes ethical leadership and good governance—factors critical to reducing corruption, which remains a major impediment to Zimbabwe's development.
Minister of State for Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Judith Ncube, echoed the sentiments, emphasizing that the programme offers an alternative path for youths at risk of falling into crime and drug abuse.
"We have many youths that are lost in a world of crime due to drug abuse," she said. "This training is meant to refocus their energy on nation-building. Many progressive countries run similar ideological programmes, and we too must invest in our human capital."
The Herbert Chitepo School of Ideology, named after the late national hero and former ZANLA commander, aims to create a patriotic citizenry that upholds Zimbabwean values and contributes meaningfully to its future. The programme includes political orientation, historical awareness, leadership development, and practical economic empowerment components.
If successful, the Bulawayo training model could be replicated in other provinces as part of a nationwide youth mobilisation and ideological reorientation drive.
The announcement was made by Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, during a meeting held at the Zanu-PF provincial war veterans' offices in Entumbane suburb this week. Prof Ncube pledged support for the programme, promising to donate essential supplies including foodstuffs to aid its implementation.
The initiative is part of a broader campaign led by the ruling party, Zanu-PF, which aims to train at least 5,000 youths in Bulawayo by August 2025. So far, 3,000 youths have already completed the training.
"This is a noble initiative. We need to work hard, study hard, and stay away from drugs," said Prof Ncube. "The world has become competitive, and Zimbabwe must ensure it is part of that competition while protecting its interests as a nation."
Prof Ncube said the training is not exclusive to Zanu-PF members, as young people from opposition parties are also being mobilised to join the programme. He argued that promoting national unity and a shared vision among the youth could indirectly stimulate economic growth, improve service delivery, and create a stable environment for development.
Zanu-PF Bulawayo provincial chairman, Jabulani Sibanda, reinforced the significance of the programme, describing it as "life-changing" for participants.
"We want to gather at least 2,000 youths within the week. This course is aimed at creating a sense of identity and belonging while promoting national interests," said Sibanda. "The school equips individuals with skills and knowledge to engage in income-generating projects, contributing directly to national economic progress."
He added that the training promotes ethical leadership and good governance—factors critical to reducing corruption, which remains a major impediment to Zimbabwe's development.
Minister of State for Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Judith Ncube, echoed the sentiments, emphasizing that the programme offers an alternative path for youths at risk of falling into crime and drug abuse.
"We have many youths that are lost in a world of crime due to drug abuse," she said. "This training is meant to refocus their energy on nation-building. Many progressive countries run similar ideological programmes, and we too must invest in our human capital."
The Herbert Chitepo School of Ideology, named after the late national hero and former ZANLA commander, aims to create a patriotic citizenry that upholds Zimbabwean values and contributes meaningfully to its future. The programme includes political orientation, historical awareness, leadership development, and practical economic empowerment components.
If successful, the Bulawayo training model could be replicated in other provinces as part of a nationwide youth mobilisation and ideological reorientation drive.
Source - the herald
