During the World Government Summit in Dubai, Hon. Mavetera represented Zimbabwe at the AI Forum, emphasizing Africa’s role as an active architect of the digital revolution. She outlined Zimbabwe’s three-pillar AI Strategy:

1. AI for Leapfrogging – deploying intelligent solutions in agriculture, healthcare, and climate resilience.

2. Foundations for Sovereignty – investing in data infrastructure, cybersecurity, and modern policy frameworks.

3. Inclusivity as Principle – advocating for global collaboration to close the AI divide and ensure equitable access.

This vision directly supports NDS2’s focus on innovation, industrialization, and modernization, positioning Zimbabwe as a competitive player in the global digital economy.

Building Strategic Partnerships

Hon. Mavetera also held high-level discussions with Prateek Suri, CEO of MDR Investments, alongside Minister of Industry and Commerce Mangaliso Ndlovu. These talks centered on digital expansion and industrial collaboration, reflecting Zimbabwe’s drive to attract foreign investment and strengthen private-sector partnerships. Such engagements are consistent with NDS2’s emphasis on private sector-led growth and the Second Republic’s “Zimbabwe is Open for Business” mantra.

Progressive Approach of the Second Republic

The Second Republic has adopted a forward-looking, pragmatic approach to economic development. By prioritizing digital transformation, fostering international partnerships, and embedding AI into national strategies, Zimbabwe is demonstrating that economic modernization is not optional but essential. These Dubai engagements highlight:

• Commitment to innovation as a driver of industrialization.

• Regional and global integration through strategic partnerships.

• Practical alignment with NDS2 goals of inclusive growth, infrastructure development, and technological advancement.

Conclusion

Hon. Tatenda Mavetera’s Dubai engagements underscore Zimbabwe’s determination to harness technology and global partnerships for national progress. By aligning with the AI Strategy and NDS2, and under the Second Republic’s progressive leadership, Zimbabwe is charting a path toward sustainable development, economic resilience, and digital sovereignty.