By Admore Mbonda in Kariba
KARIBA—Fisheries for ED in Mashonaland West has intensified its public awareness campaign on the proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill, using community outreach in the resort town of Kariba as its latest platform.
The campaign kicked off on Sunday with a march that began at Mc Shappy Hardware and wound through the town, drawing residents and stakeholders who gathered for civic engagement.
The event aimed to ensure that communities understand the proposed changes ahead of official Parliamentary consultations.
Among those who took part were senior citizens, including Mr Nezbert Mapfuno, along with other participants from the fisheries and community development sectors.
Their presence underscored the importance of public participation, particularly for communities whose livelihoods depend heavily on local governance decisions.
Leading the engagement was Fisheries for ED National Chairperson Edgar Sthole, who was accompanied by ZANU-PF Kariba Political Commissariat Cde Nehemia Muguti. Together, they addressed the crowd and explained the purpose of the outreach initiative.
In his remarks, Mr Sthole said the march and public meetings were designed to ensure communities are fully informed ahead of formal Parliamentary processes.
He emphasized that citizens must be given accurate information directly, rather than relying on rumours or fragmented details.
“People must be brought on board with accurate information. A constitutional amendment affects everyone, so consultations must begin with understanding,” Mr Sthole said, urging residents to ask questions and participate actively.
Organisers explained that the campaign would continue across Mashonaland West, with further meetings planned to engage fisherfolk, residents, and local leaders.
The initiative also highlighted the need for dialogue, insisting that public awareness is a crucial part of responsible civic action and helps strengthen democratic decision-making.
Fisheries for ED Advisor Mr Inocent Tungwarara noted the importance of reaching all sectors of society. “Constitutional amendments must be understood by everyone, including those in fishing communities. We are here to clarify issues, listen to concerns, and ensure our people are not left out,” he said.
Fisheries for ED Patron Lamec Bunya added, “This campaign is about unity and knowledge. Our people should not be treated as spectators in national matters. They must be empowered to engage Parliament with facts and confidence.”
The outreach concluded with a strong call for calm, unity, and preparedness as official Parliamentary consultations approach.
Organisers urged residents to remain engaged and to participate in public discussions so that the final constitutional direction reflects the voice and interests of the wider community.
With the Kariba march marking a strong start, Fisheries for ED in Mashonaland West signalled that more community awareness programmes will follow—taking the message closer to the people, one town at a time.
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