By Evans Dakwa, News Editor
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has underscored the crucial role of Chartered Governance and Accountancy professionals to the development aspirations of the nation.
The VP was speaking on the occasion of the Chartered Governance and Accountancy Professionals Annual Conference underway in Victoria Falls where he stressed on the importance of ethical conduct as epitomised by these professionals.
“The foundation of a prosperous and just society lies in strong governance and ethical accountancy. These are the cornerstones of our nation’s progress. Good governance fosters investor confidence, ensures business continuity and sustainability, and safeguards the public interest. It is not merely a compliance exercise but a strategic imperative that underpins economic growth and development. Your role as Chartered Governance and Accountancy Professionals is crucial in shaping the business landscape and ensuring ethical conduct across all sectors,” said Vice President Chiwenga as he addressed the gathering.
He challenged gathered governance and accountancy professionals to use their expertise to spearhead the country’s economic transformation.
“Utilize your expertise to foster transparency, accountability, and the adoption of technology, while upholding ethical practices across all sectors. Contribute actively to policy development to create robust regulatory frameworks that support sustainable economic growth. Most importantly, cultivate a culture of integrity and ethical behaviour in both public institutions and the private sector,” he implored.
As governance and accountancy professionals gather in the resort town of Victoria Falls under the theme “A Governance and Accountancy Transformative Agenda: Towards a Shared Future for Zimbabwe,” they join the multitudes of Zimbabweans who are feeding into the country’s economic development trajectory in one or the other. Vice President Chiwenga’s address highlighted the importance of every Zimbabwean professional to play their part for the nation to realise the dream of an upper middle income economy by year 2030.