*recap-of-todays-trending-top-stories-on-social-media* _On the fast lane to 2030 by Maxwell Haitengeswinyika Teedzai_ *President Mnangagwa empowers young people at National Youth Day commemorations in Bulawayo* | Sat Feb 22, 2025 In a vibrant celebration of hope and empowerment, HE President Dr ED Mnangagwa yesterday officiated as the Guest of Honour at the National Youth Day commemorations held in Bulawayo. He was accompanied by Vice President Rtd General Dr CDGN Chiwenga. The day's theme, "Empower Youth, Secure the Future," echoed through the hearts of thousands of young people gathered to honor the legacy of the late former President, Cde Robert Gabriel Mugabe, born on this day. The event, led by Hon Tino Machakaire under the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, serves as an annual pilgrimage for youth from across the Great Republic of Zimbabwe, uniting them in a shared Vision for a brighter future. This year marked the launch of the ZDSP — Zimbabwe Digital Skills Training Programme, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at equipping 3.5 million young Zimbabweans with essential digital knowledge and skills. In his stirring address, President Mnangagwa called upon the youth to cherish unity, peace, and solidarity as the pillars that protect their independence. “At National Youth Day in Bulawayo, I urged young people to cherish unity, peace, and solidarity to protect our independence. I also launched the Zimbabwe Digital Skills Training Programme to equip 1.5 million youth with skills for the future. The future is in your hands,” he emphasized, igniting a sense of purpose among the attendees. This initiative is not merely a program; it is a lifeline for a generation poised to navigate the digital landscape. By fostering digital literacy, the Government seeks to empower young people to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world, ensuring they are not left behind in the global race for innovation. As the sun set on this momentous day, the air was thick with determination and resolve. The youth of the Great Republic of Zimbabwe, inspired by the words of their Leader, are now more than ever ready to seize the opportunities that lie ahead. They stand at a crossroads, empowered to forge their destinies and shape the future of their Nation. The National Youth Day celebrations serve as a powerful reminder of the role that young people play in the fabric of society. In honoring the legacy of Cde Mugabe, who championed the rights and aspirations of young people, this day becomes a tribute not only to the past but also a clarion call to the future. As we reflect on yesterday’s events, let us carry forth the spirit of empowerment, unity, and progress, ensuring that the dreams of this generation become the reality of tomorrow. #nationalyouthday #thegreatrepublicofzimbabwe #empoweryoungpeople #greatrepublicofzimbabwe #handsoffourpresident #livinglifetheprecabeway #onthefastlaneto2030 #unityofpurpose #maxwellhaitengeswinyikateedzai