ZANU PF’s Ingenuity Saw Zimbabwe Survive the Evil Sanctions- Dr Mavaza

📅 Published: August 26, 2025

Curated by AllZimNews.com

Through the innovative strategies of the ruling party, the country managed to survive the cruel and punishing sanctions.

The government encouraged thinking outside the box to overcome economic challenges.

The late Foreign Affairs Minister, Frederick Shava, consistently emphasized the need for innovative approaches to survive in spite of the sanctions.

Import SubstitutionZimbabwe promoted import substitution systems, similar to those adopted during the Rhodesian era, to reduce dependence on external goods.

This approach has helped the country secure food self-sufficiency and relative economic stability.

Agricultural DevelopmentFaced with the devastating impact of sanctions, the government prioritized agricultural development, resulting in record production levels of crops like wheat and tobacco.

This significantly contributed to national food security.

International EngagementZANU PF’s leadership concentrated on strengthening global engagement.

Zimbabwe pushed for the removal of sanctions and bolstered multilateral relations.

President Mnangagwa, for example, highlighted the successes of the land reform program at the United Nations General Assembly.

Economic ResilienceDespite sanctions, Zimbabwe has shown remarkable economic resilience.

Key sectors such as agriculture and manufacturing have continued contributing to the country’s growth, illustrating the nation’s ability to withstand adversity.

Challenges AheadTargeted sanctions remain the greatest challenge Zimbabwe faces.

These measures—imposed by Western countries, including the US and UK—are framed around alleged human rights and property rights issues.

But in reality, they aim to force Zimbabwe to reverse its land reform program and bow to foreign pressure.