Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs)
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MDAs
MDAs available in Mashonaland East
The government presence in any Zimbabwean province, including Mashonaland East, involves a wide range of ministries, departments, and agencies. Here’s a breakdown:
Ministry of Agriculture
Given Mashonaland East's strong agricultural base, this ministry has a significant presence.
- Activities /Functions
Devolution projects in Mashonaland East Province focus on improving local governance, infrastructure development, and enhancing service delivery. These initiatives typically include the establishment of local councils, community engagement in development projects, and allocation of resources to empower local authorities. Specific projects may vary over time and often depend on government policies and available funding.
Health Services
While there are ongoing efforts to improve healthcare in Mashonaland East Province, challenges such as disease outbreaks, maternal and child health issues, and access to healthcare services persist. Recent reports indicate that the province is experiencing outbreaks of diseases like cholera. This highlights vulnerabilities in sanitation and access to clean water. Efforts are being made to improve maternal and child health through programs like the Integrated Care Model. Studies have shown that these models can reduce child morbidity and improve maternal health outcomes. However, challenges remain, including issues related to malnutrition, with concerns around stunting, underweight, and dietary diversity among children.
Health Facilities
Mashonaland East Province has several health facilities catering to the needs of its residents.
Click Here for more infoMinistry of Tourism
- Activities /Functions
- Identify and develop tourism products and projects in provinces including Community Based Tourism Project CBTs projects;
- Coordinate the development, implementation and review of tourism policies and strategies in consultation with stakeholders;
- Facilitation of tourism development (Transport, Immigration, Utilities, private sector and financing)
- Facilitate the production and process of the National Tourism Statistics in consultation with key stakeholders;
- Oversee the development, implementation and review of the National Tourism Master Plan and Tourism Development Strategies;
- Supervise and monitor implementation of tourism policies by parastatals (ZTA, MOSI)
- Contacts:
Ms P. Chapwanya PTO
Email: prechapwanya@gmail.com
Tel: 0778 049 908 / 0719 386 563
MINISTRY OF YOUTH
The Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development, and Vocational Training in Zimbabwe is active in Mashonaland East Province. Here’s a summary of their operations:Â
- Vocational Training: The Ministry supports vocational training centers in the province. For example, the Ruwa Vocational Training Centre is launching a Tech Innovation Hub in partnership with UNICEF and the BOOST Fellowship Trust, to equip youth with digital skills.
- Youth Service in Zimbabwe Programme: The Ministry relaunched the Youth Service in Zimbabwe Programme at Nhakiwa Vocational Training Centre in Mashonaland East Province.
- Youth Empowerment Forum: The Ministry held a Youth Empowerment Forum at Nhakiwa Training Centre in Mashonaland East Province, attended by 40,000 people.
- Contact Information: The Ministry has a contact point in Marondera, Mashonaland East Province.
Activities / Programmes for Youth
Click the link below to view all the activities lined up for youth this year.
Click HereCourses on offer, and Duration
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COURSE
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DURATION
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Welding
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6 months to 2 years
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Carpentry
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6 months to 2 years
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Clothing Technology
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6 months to 2 years
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Electrical Power Engineering
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6 months to 2 years
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Motor Mechanics
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6 months to 2 years
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Hotel and Catering
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6 months to 2 years
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Brick and Block Laying
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6 months to 2 years
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Hospitality
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6 months
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Cosmetology
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6 months
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ICT
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6 months
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