Amid Growing Support for President Mnangagwa
CCN Reporting
Harare:- Zimbabwe has recorded its highest-ever wheat harvest, totaling 578,059 tonnes in the 2025 season, surpassing last year’s 562,091 tonnes.
This remarkable increase has been welcomed across the country and highlights the role of agriculture in national recovery and food security.
For President Emmerson Mnangagwa, whose current term is drawing attention as he remains a popular figure among many Zimbabweans, this agricultural success is seen by some as a reflection of effective policy and leadership.
Agricultural Policies and Food Security
Under the government’s Command Agriculture program, farmers have been supported with seeds, fertilizer, and technical assistance. The program aims to boost domestic production and reduce reliance on imports. For rural communities, visible improvements in crop yields have reinforced confidence in government initiatives, fostering a sense of stability and hope.
“The harvest this year shows what focused investment in agriculture can achieve,” said a local farmer in Mashonaland Central. “We are finally seeing support that helps us plan, plant, and profit.”
Political Support Beyond the Fields
Mnangagwa’s support is influenced not only by agricultural achievements but also by the established networks of the ruling ZANU-PF party, which has maintained dominance since Zimbabwe’s independence in 1980. For many rural voters, party structures provide access to services and programs that are part of daily life, reinforcing loyalty and continued political backing.
Surveys suggest that while citizens remain concerned about economic challenges such as inflation and employment, many continue to view the president as a stabilizing figure with policies that positively affect their immediate livelihoods.
Looking Ahead
Despite the progress in food production and the stability perceived in rural communities, Zimbabwe continues to face significant economic hurdles, including high national debt and inflationary pressures. Experts stress that long-term political support will depend on sustainable economic growth, transparent governance, and continued investment in key sectors like agriculture.
As Zimbabwe celebrates a record wheat harvest, it also reflects the complex interplay between policy, perception, and political support – elements that shape both the country’s present and its future.
Picture: “President Emmerson Mnangagwa – Popular among many Zimbabweans for his agricultural and rural development initiatives.”
