By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka
Mashonaland East — The Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services commemorated Youth Day with a sweeping rollout of digital infrastructure and skills training across Mashonaland East Province, as part of efforts to bridge the digital divide.
In a statement on her official Facebook page, the Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, Tatenda Mavetera, said the ministry was guided by President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s philosophy of “Leaving No One Behind,” with a strong focus on transforming rural communities into innovation hubs.
The ministry refurbished and handed over two modern ICT laboratories at Igava Primary and Igava Secondary Schools, equipping them with laptops and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Plans are also underway to establish 10 additional computer labs and Wi-Fi access points across the province under the Presidential Internet Scheme.
To widen access to connectivity, the ministry installed 40 new public free Wi-Fi hotspots and distributed high-speed Starlink internet kits to at least five schools in each constituency in Mashonaland East.
Beyond infrastructure, the initiative also prioritised digital literacy. A total of 3,452 students were trained in digital skills in the two weeks leading up to the Youth Day celebrations, positioning them to participate meaningfully in the digital economy.
Minister Mavetera said the interventions are aimed at ensuring that young people, whether in rural or urban areas, are equipped to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.
“The world is digital, and we are ensuring our youth have a seat at the table,” she said, thanking the President for his vision of inclusive development.
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