persuading-president-mnangagwa-to-linger-beyond-2028-the-media-fraternity-has-spoken _On the fast lane to 2030 by Maxwell Haitengeswinyika Teedzai_ *The media fraternity's plea: a call for president mnangagwa to linger beyond 2028* | Tues Feb 18, 2025 In the ever-evolving landscape of communication, the words of HE President Dr ED Mnangagwa resonate like a clarion call: “The old media is dead, and with it old modes, models of doing your craft.” This declaration is not merely a statement; it is a harbinger of a new dawn for the Great Republic of Zimbabwe. Recently, President Mnangagwa engaged with leading media house editors at State House, delving into pressing National issues that shape our collective future. His insightful reminder that “open dialogue with the media remains vital for transparency and National development” is a refreshing breeze against the stagnant air of outdated paradigms. Here lies an opportunity—an invitation for a renaissance in our media narrative. As we stand on the precipice of a new era, media practitioners sympathetic to the cause of NDGs — National Development Goals 2030 under the Government of the Second Republic implore President Mnangagwa to extend his tenure beyond the 2028 deadline. His Vision for engaging with the media is crucial in crafting a new Zimbabwean narrative—one that dismantles the chains of cultural imperialism. This insidious force, which manipulates media players to disseminate destructive content, undermines our home-brewed democracy and contravenes international laws that uphold a Nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. In taking time from his busy schedule to listen to editors, President Mnangagwa exemplifies a Leader who understands the pulse of his Nation. The raw newspaper is now a relic, eclipsed by the digital revolution and AI, and our pathways must reflect this transformation. Under his Leadership, media practitioners have found not just a guide but a champion who seeks to uplift their livelihoods, ensuring that they are not mere pawns in the game of Western tokenism, selling their soul for crumbs. There is an abundance of positivity to articulate under President Mnangagwa’s Stewardship—a narrative ripe for the telling, one that speaks to the revitalization of the Great Republic of Zimbabwe, free from the shackles of foreign influence. While some media houses revel in negativity, perpetuating a cycle of dissent, this culture can and must evolve. President Mnangagwa has ushered in a new era of development communication that promises to revolutionize the Fourth Estate by jubilee year 2030, steering it toward serving the best interests of our beloved Nation. Let us envision a media landscape where our stories are told through the lens of hope, progress, and unity. Let us embrace a new chapter where the Great Republic of Zimbabwe’s narrative is not dictated by external forces but crafted by our own hands, rich in authenticity and pride. As we contemplate the future, let this be a rallying cry to President Mnangagwa: linger beyond 2028. The media fraternity has spoken, and together, we can forge a path toward a brighter tomorrow. #thegreatrepublicofzimbabwe #mediaengagement _*Key National and Regional Initiatives*_ *The Great Republic of Zimbabwe National Vision 2030* _Towards a prosperous and empowered upper middle-income society by 2030._ *SADC Regional Vision 2050* _Promoting innovation to unlock opportunities for sustained economic growth and development towards an industrialized SADC._ _*Follow Us*_ *x.com Accounts:* - [SADC4ED](https://x.com/sadc4ED/status/1792427561407959471?t=GPLNlF6bNl5Bthaljeq3Mw&s=19) - [Maxwell Teedzai](https://x.com/MaxwellTeedzai/status/1795351096275403142?t=zITG6TlQlo6RkI7qEUtZuA&s=19) - [News MTBNtv](https://x.com/NewsMTBNtv/status/1813474627609374757?t=cs9gd__YYyVT_obwt_RkVQ&s=19) - [Presidency Zimbabwe](https://x.com/presidencyzim1?s=21) - [Zim Atlas Desk](https://x.com/zimatlas_desk/status/1858008067461333072?s=46) *Facebook Pages:* - [Post 1](https://www.facebook.com/100094168189540/posts/373167515832185/?mibextid=xu5OvmQjzDyq7Bl8) - [Post 2](https://www.facebook.com/61559474136618/posts/122135182892315804/) *WhatsApp Channels:* - [Zim Farmernomics News](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCHZKSHVvTk6ZqLnB3v) - [MTBNtv](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VadE4PqLNSZxRd7eU30a) - [Chat Link 1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B7fXYKLWtm6DG3ZFDeM0Qq) - [Chat Link 2](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GHWP0ctIP2f15n9CA8Jq25) *YouTube Channel:* - [Video 1](https://youtu.be/kP7Oc-itZ8A?si=rqhlQCIwLupr2zgE) - [Video 2](https://youtu.be/bRTKjCLy0WM?si=hx0Z7Hp13VQvgyI4) *Website:* - [MTBN TV](https://mtbntv.wordpress.com) _*Bridging voices – Fostering unity.*_ ©️ *A Maxwell Teedzai Bridging Network Publication*