Harare, (New Ziana) – The Government has approved a comprehensive skills audit in the agricultural sector as part of efforts to strengthen the backbone of Zimbabwe’s economy, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Dr. Jenfan Muswere has said.
Addressing journalists at a post-Cabinet media briefing, Dr. Muswere said the audit will be carried out by the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development to establish the country’s current human capital capacity, identify gaps, and anticipate future skills requirements.
- “The process is designed to guide skills development initiatives and inform policy interventions, ensuring that Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector keeps pace with technological shifts, climate change and global competitiveness demands,” he said.
Agriculture remains a critical driver of Zimbabwe’s socio-economic development, contributing 52.53 percent of national employment, food security, livelihoods and export earnings. He said the proposed audit will enable policymakers to effectively address skills shortages while enhancing productivity and sustainability in the sector.
The audit will provide a detailed mapping of technical, business and soft skills across agricultural sub-sectors such as crop and livestock production, fisheries, water resource management, and rural development.
Dr. Muswere said the exercise will not only highlight immediate skills gaps but also anticipate future requirements, helping the country nurture a workforce ready to meet emerging challenges and opportunities.
“This initiative will position Zimbabwe to raise production and productivity while enhancing its competitiveness on regional, continental and global markets,” he added. The skills audit is expected to lay the groundwork for robust training programmes and capacity-building initiatives tailored to the evolving needs of the agricultural sector.
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