He encouraged survivors of the 1970s liberation struggle to actively engage in the political, social, and economic affairs of Zimbabwe, and to defend the ruling party while also working towards the advancement of the country's interests.
Speaking during a meeting of the ruling party's War Veterans League at Zanu PF Headquarters in Harare recently, Mnangagwa said his administration is ready to provide war veterans with support and opportunities to participate in Zimbabwe's economy and development. "Therefore, i expect to receive comprehensive proposals of programmes to be rolled out by the League.
He added that his regime is prioritising income-generating and empowerment projects to improve the lives of war veterans, with a focus on the War Veterans Family Wealth Trust."Ministries, Departments, and Agencies are urged to offer technical advice and support to help war veterans take advantage of opportunities in sectors like agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and tourism under the Second Republic," he said.