The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today welcomed a generous contribution of US$1.4 million from the Government of Japan, aimed at assisting approximately 26,000 people affected by the ongoing El Niño-induced drought in Zimbabwe.
Currently, over 5.9 million individuals in rural areas of Zimbabwe face the risk of food insecurity between January and March 2025, which is the peak of the lean season—the critical period between planting and harvest.
Shinichi Yamanaka, the Japanese Ambassador to Zimbabwe, expressed his country’s concern regarding the food insecurity challenges in Zimbabwe and reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to supporting the nation in meeting its food security needs. He said:
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The Government of Japan and the Embassy of Japan in Zimbabwe are very concerned about the food insecurity in Zimbabwe.
I hope that this food assistance will help these vulnerable people to overcome the current crisis. We will continue our support to allow all Zimbabweans to meet their food security needs.
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With this contribution, WFP will provide cereals, pulses, and vegetable oil to vulnerable communities in the hardest-hit areas impacted by the previous poor harvest due to the drought. Billy Mwiinga, WFP Zimbabwe Deputy Country Director said:
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Many families around Zimbabwe are worried about their next meal, so this timely and critical additional funding from the Government of Japan will help us reach the most food-insecure people with nutritious food assistance.
We are grateful for Japan’s unwavering partnership in our mission to end hunger and contribute to building resilience.
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July Moyo, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare, said:
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The declaration of a state of disaster by His Excellency, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, underscores the severity of the drought situation in Zimbabwe.
We deeply appreciate the support from Japan and the collaborative efforts with WFP to ensure that no one is left behind during these difficult times.
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The Government of Japan’s continued support highlights the strong and enduring partnership between Japan, WFP, and the Government of Zimbabwe.
Over the past five years, Japan has provided food assistance through WFP amounting to US$10 million, supporting about 190,000 people, including during the COVID-19 emergency.
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Japan has given $1.4 million to help 26,000 people in Zimbabwe who are hungry because of a drought. Many people in rural areas don't have enough food between January and March 2025. Japan wants to help Zimbabwe meet their food needs. The World Food Programme will give cereals, pulses, and oil to people in need. Japan has supported Zimbabwe with $10 million in the past and wants to continue helping. The Japanese ambassador and Zimbabwe's government are thankful for the help to fight hunger in the country.

Japan Donates US$1.4 Million To Avert Hunger In Zimbabwe

Japan has provided Zimbabwe with a ¥2 389 million (US$17.4 million) grant for the completion of a 7.8km stretch of road between Makuti and Marongora Phase 2 in the North-South Corridor, reported <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/zim-receives-us174m-grant-for-road-improvement/">The Herald</a>.
The first phase of the road was a 6.5km stretch between Marongora and Hell’s Gate, which was commissioned by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in 2021.
The project was also funded by Japan through the Japan International Co-operation Agency (JICA).
Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister Mthuli Ncube, Japan Ambassador to Zimbabwe Shinichi Yamanaka and JICA chief representative to Zimbabwe, Shigeki Furuta, on Friday, 08 March signed Exchange of Notes and Grant Agreement documents for the project.
The project will be supervised by JICA engineers and implemented by road works teams of the Department of Roads in the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development.
Speaking during the ceremony, Ncube said the implementation of the project will reduce road traffic accidents in the area. He said:
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It is important to note that we are gathered here following the successful completion of the first part (Detailed Design) of Phase 2 of the Road Improvement of the Northern Part of the North-South Corridor which has paved the way for the construction of a climbing lane on the road section between Makuti and Hell’s Gate.
The area was identified to be hazardous, where several accidents have been occurring due to the sharp curves and steep slopes along the highway.
Phase 2 of the Road Improvement of the Northern Part of the North-South Corridor Project will see the construction of climbing lanes and widening of sharp curves which will add to already accrued benefits from Phase 1 of the Project by reducing the number of accidents as it will allow smooth flow of traffic and safe overtaking of slow moving traffic…
Once again, I am grateful for this support which amounts to Japanese Yen 2 389 million (approx. US$17.44 million). Furthermore, on behalf of the Government, I would like to acknowledge the following recent developments which have seen the Government of Japan procuring and donating two ambulances towards the end of 2023, which were deployed to Mbire and Guruve districts as part of the prevention of Covid-19 infections among vulnerable women and girls project being implemented in drought-affected districts.
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Since 1980, Japan has consistently supported Zimbabwe through economic cooperation. This assistance encompasses loan aid, grant aid, technical cooperation, and food aid.
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Zimbabwe Receives US$17.4 Million Grant From Japan For Road Improvement

Japan has provided a US$1.36 million (¥200,000,000) contribution to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) that will help provide critical food assistance for over 40,000 vulnerable people in Zimbabwe.
In a Press Statement, the WFP said Japan’s contribution, totals 1,304 metric tonnes of cereals, pulses, and vegetable oil.
The donation is expected to support food-insecure communities during the upcoming 2024/25 lean season—from October this year to March next year—ensuring the most vulnerable families receive essential assistance in time.
The Ambassador of Japan to Zimbabwe, His Excellency Shinichi Yamanaka, expressed his country’s commitment to supporting people in need of food aid. He said:
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Japan is committed to supporting communities in need of emergency food assistance. I hope that this assistance will help vulnerable people to overcome the current crisis.
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Through the Lean Season Assistance, WFP complements the Government of Zimbabwe’s Food Deficit Mitigation Strategy, which aims to mitigate household food stock depletion, minimise harmful coping mechanisms, and prevent the most vulnerable people from falling deeper into food insecurity.
Francesca Erdelmann, WFP’s Representative and Country Director, said Japan’s contribution will go a long way to mitigating the effects of El Nino. Said Erdelmann:
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We appreciate the generosity of the Government of Japan, as this donation will significantly contribute to our efforts in alleviating hunger and improving the lives of those most in need.
The coming lean season could see more people requiring food assistance due to the impact of El Niño. Japan’s contribution will go a long way to ensure we can help communities.
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The El Niño phenomenon will have significant consequences for food and nutrition security across the region.
Communities affected will have lower harvests and fewer livelihood opportunities, culminating in a deeper and earlier 2024/2025 lean season.
Japan is a long-standing partner of WFP’s assistance in Zimbabwe. Since 2019, Japan has contributed over US$25.5 million to WFP-supported food assistance and resilience-building for vulnerable communities in the country.
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Japan Donates US$1.36 Million Food Aid To Zimbabwe

The Government of Japan has donated US$774 000 to Zimbabwe through the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) to assist the country’s fight against a cholera outbreak.
The fund will specifically target the most vulnerable communities in Manicaland Province, which is the hardest-hit province in the country.
According to the Ministry of Health’s cholera statistics, as of 01 February 2024, Manicaland had 1 102 confirmed cholera cases, with Harare, which has the second-highest number of cases, having recorded 663 confirmed cases.
UNICEF Zimbabwe Representative, Dr. Tajudeen Oyewale, expressed gratitude to Japan for the funding. Said Oyewale:
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We are extremely grateful to the Government of Japan for this support. It exemplifies their commitment to the people of Zimbabwe, addressing the urgent needs of affected communities and building resilience against public health emergencies.
The grant will provide a comprehensive range of life-saving support, including access to safe water, critical hygiene materials, healthcare, nutrition, child protection, and other essential social services.
It arrives at a crucial time in the cholera response, as Zimbabwe strives to allocate resources to urgently address and interrupt the cycle of cholera transmission.
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According to the Ministry of Health, as of 01 February 2024, Zimbabwe had 22 105 suspected Cholera cases, 2 388 confirmed cases, 21 378 recoveries, 71 confirmed deaths and 421 suspected deaths.
As of 31 January 2024, a total of 103 735 people had received the Oral Cholera Vaccine.
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Japan Donates US$774 000 Towards Zimbabwe's Cholera Response In Manicaland

Japan’s parliament has expelled an MP from a single-issue party, Yoshikazu Higashitani, known by his online pseudonym GaaSyy, after he failed to show up for work.
According to <a href="https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/15/japan-parliament-expels-mp-who-never-came-to-work">Al Jazeera</a>, Higashitani has become the first MP expelled due to persistent absence by Japan’s parliament in more than 70 years.
Higashitani is one of two members elected from the Seijika Joshi 48, or “Politician Girls 48” opposition party.
The party was formerly known as the NHK Party and campaigns for changes to Japan’s public broadcaster, NHK.
Since being elected in July 2022, Higashitani has failed to attend a single session.
Higashitani has been nicknamed “No-show MP”. He is a former businessman and YouTuber, famous for his celebrity gossip videos.
He has remained in Dubai, claiming he is at risk of arrest if he returns to Japan.
Higashitani faces questioning over alleged defamation of some Japanese celebrities related to his YouTube videos.
Last week, the Japanese Parliament asked him to apologise in person in the Tokyo chamber, but he did not travel to Japan.
Instead, Higashitani announced on his YouTube channel that he was going to Turkey and that he planned to donate his salary to Turkish earthquake relief.
Hamada Satoshi, the other member of Seijika Joshi 48, said Higashitani’s expulsion from Parliament was illegal.
The lawmaker will be replaced in the house by another member of the party.
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Japan Parliament Expels YouTuber MP Who Never Came To Work Since His Election

A 38-year-old Japanese man is charging 10 000 yen ($71) an hour to accompany customers and simply be present as a companion.
Before Shoji Morimoto, a Tokyo resident found his true calling, he worked at a publishing company and was often scolded for “doing nothing”. He told rapper.com:
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I started thinking about what would happen if I offered customers the ability to ‘do nothing’ as a service.
People think that my ‘doing nothing’ is valuable because it is useful (to others) … but it’s okay to actually do nothing. People don’t need to be useful in any particular way.
Basically, I rent myself. My job is to be where my clients want me to be and do nothing in particular.
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Morimoto told <a href="https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/oddly-enough/dream-job-japanese-man-who-gets-paid-do-nothing-2022-09-06/?taid=6316e578eaccd20001ba6a9b&amp;utm_campaign=trueAnthem:+Trending+Content&amp;utm_medium=trueAnthem&amp;utm_source=twitter">Reuters</a> that he has spent the last four years on the job and has handled around 4 000 sessions.
Morimoto now has nearly a quarter million followers on Twitter, where he gets most of his clients. Roughly a quarter of them are repeat customers, with one hiring them 270 times.
Last week, Morimoto sat in front of Aruna Chida, a 27-year-old data analyst, dressed in a sari, chatting a little over tea and cake.
Chida wanted to wear the Indian dress in public, but she worried that it might embarrass her friends. So she turned to Morimoto for companionship.
The companionship business is now Morimoto’s only source of income, with which he supports his wife and child. Although he declined to reveal how much he earns, he said he sees about one or two customers a day. Before the pandemic, it was three or four a day.
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Japanese Man Being Paid US$71 Per Hour For "Doing Nothing"

President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s condolence message following the passing on of Shinzo Abe, the former Prime Minister of Japan who was recently assassinated.
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe died on Friday after being shot at a campaign event in the western city of Nara, near Kyoto. READ President Mnangagwa’s condolence message below:
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9th July
Your Excellency,
It was with profound sense of shock and grief that I received the devastating news of the assassination of Mr Shinzo Abe, former Prime Minister of Japan.
On behalf of the Government and people of Zimbabwe, and on my own behalf, I extend to you and through you, to the Government and people of Japan, as well as the Abe family, our deepest condolences on his tragic death.
Mr Abe will always be remembered for his tireless efforts in promoting world peace.
In Zimbabwe, we will cherish the cordial bilateral relations with Japan, that blossomed during his tenure as Prime Minister.
May His Soul Rest in Eternal Peace.
Yours sincerely,
Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa 
PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZIMBABWE
His Excellency Fumio Kishida, 
Prime Minister of Japan, 
TOKYO.
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Mnangagwa Mourns Former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been shot during a campaign rally in the city of Nara.
Abe was shot twice while he was giving a speech, causing him to fall to the ground. 
His attacker, who has been identified as Tetsuya Yamagami, believed to be in his 40s and a resident of Nara, has been arrested.
Former Tokyo governor Yoichi Masuzoe said in a tweet that the 67-year-old Abe was in a state of cardiopulmonary arrest.
Cardiopulmonary arrest is the term that is often used before a death is officially confirmed in Japan.
The Fire and Disaster Management Agency confirmed that Abe had a bullet wound on the right of his neck, and also suffered subcutaneous bleeding under the left part of his chest.
It could not be confirmed if both shots hit him, or if a bullet hit him on the neck and travelled elsewhere. Speaking to reporters, the chief cabinet secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said:
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Former prime minister Abe was shot at around 11:30 local time (02:30 GMT) in Nara. One man, believed to be the shooter, has been taken into custody. The condition of former prime minister Abe is currently unknown.
Whatever the reason, such a barbaric act can never be tolerated, and we strongly condemn it.
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Eyewitnesses said they saw a man carrying what they described as a large gun and firing from behind as Abe was giving a stump speech for a candidate in Nara.
He immediately fell to the ground bleeding. Security officers detained the attacker who made no attempt to run.
Local news broadcaster NHK said that police have seized the attacker’s gun and identified him.
The suspect, Tetsuya Yamagami, is believed to be a former member of Japan’s Maritime Self-Defense Force.
The shooter is believed to have built the gun himself as photographs taken as the suspect was being apprehended show what looks like an improvised, or home-made, double-barrelled shotgun.
BBC News reported that gun violence is very rare in Japan, and guns are extremely difficult to own.
Abe was Japan’s longest-serving prime minister and held office in 2006 for a year and then again from 2012 to 2020.
He resigned citing health reasons. He later revealed that he had suffered a relapse of ulcerative colitis, an intestinal disease.
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Japan Former Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe, Shot During Campaign Rally

This article was sponsored by the World Food Programme (WFP) and the Government of Japan.
The World Food Programme (WFP) and the Government of Japan are pleased to announce the finalisation of a resilience-building programme in the district of Mount Darwin.
The USD 1.25 million contributions provided by Japan in March 2021, has empowered up to 2,200 vulnerable households (approximately 11,000 individuals) in Mount Darwin and Matobo districts to enhance their food and nutrition security and find community solutions to seasonal shocks.
At a community ceremony held today in Kanyoka (ward 11), Mount Darwin, WFP and partners officially handed over completed assets to the community.
The event attracted high-level participation from the Minister of Provincial Affairs for Mashonaland Central Province, the Hon. Monica Mavhunga; the Ambassador of Japan to Zimbabwe, H.E Mr Satoshi Tanaka; WFP Deputy Country Director Ms Christine Mendes; and World Vision, Operations Manager Mr Amon Matsongoni.
“Food Security is one of the main priorities of National Development Strategy One, and the contribution from the Government of Japan through WFP will assist in reaching this goal and making sure no one is left behind,” said Hon. Mavhunga. “The Government of Zimbabwe appreciated such partnerships since they seek to achieve the objectives of the strategy.”
Through WFP’s Food Assistance for Assets Programme (FFA), members of the Kanyoka community have successfully built and rehabilitated several collective assets, including a community garden, feeder roads, keyhole gardens, solar water pumps, fencing, and fuel-efficient stoves.
They have also received training in topics such as environmental management and improved harvest practices, thereby strengthening their skills and capacities for the future.
FFA not only provides immediate access to food through the provision of food assistance for the most vulnerable but also sustainably addresses rural communities’ long-term food security by enhancing their resilience to meet their own food needs.
In addressing the Kanyoka community, H.E. Mr Satoshi Tanaka said that “climate change is serious and unfortunately is here to stay, as shown by the successive drought years you have experienced in the last decade. That’s why it is essential for communities like yours to become even more resilient. The new assets you have created will help you do this.”
WFP Deputy Country Director, Christine Mendes said WFP is working closely with partners to address vulnerabilities among rural communities.
“Japan has generously contributed USD 5.8 million to the FFA programme since 2017,” she said. “Together, we have been able to reach up to 12,800 households, approximately 64,000 people across the six districts of Chiredzi, Hwange, Mudzi, Rushinga, Matobo and Mount Darwin. This has helped to address both short and longer-term food insecurity among people impacted by consecutive years of drought and shocks like COVID-19.”
FFA interventions are being implemented in districts that are regarded as chronically food insecure.
After several years of participating in the programme, communities such as Kanyoka are more equipped with the tools and skills they need to be self-sustainable.
The programme, however, remains underfunded despite the positive impacts.
Since 2012, WFP and partners have supported communities to develop up to 2 000 community-based assets across thirty districts in Zimbabwe.
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Japan Supports Rural Zimbabweans Affected By Seasonal Shocks

Japan Thursday announced it has committed US$4.5 million for emergency food assistance in response to the <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/2020/12/17/wfp-seeks-us204-million-to-provide-food-relief-to-hungry-zimbabweans/">critical humanitarian crisis in Zimbabwe</a> targeting 56 000 vulnerable people.
Japan’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Satoshi Tanaka, said the assistance provided through World Food Programme (WFP) will reach the most vulnerable and food-insecure households in urban areas. Tanaka said:
<blockquote>Since I arrived in Zimbabwe in November last year, my discussions with various counterparts have highlighted the humanitarian crisis facing the country, caused by recurring droughts and the serious economic situation, in which a large proportion of the population are experiencing food shortages.
After Covid-19 infections surged from December last year and a strict lockdown was enforced this January, vulnerable people, especially in urban areas where many people depend on informal activities such as vending to survive, have been particularly affected.
Given the severity of the food insecurity situation, the Government of Japan decided to provide this Emergency Grant Aid. It will ensure timely assistance through WFP so that people in dire need in urban areas, especially women-led households, people with disabilities, and people living with HIV, can put food on the table.
I would like to continue with various kinds of assistance to vulnerable people in Zimbabwe, including supporting the fight against Covid-19.</blockquote>
The funding will cover the urgent food needs of 56 000 people, who will receive monthly electronic vouchers (e-vouchers) for food valued at US$12 per person.
Zimbabwe has since 2019 experienced severe starvation following the El Nino-induced drought and a series of poor agricultural policies.
Earlier this month, President Emmerson Mnangagwa predicted the country is set for a bumper harvest that will ensure national food security with the possibility of a surplus this 2020/21 summer cropping season.
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Japan Donates US$4.5M For Food Assistance In Zimbabwe

Typhoon Hagibis,  (a Typhoon is known as a Tropical Cyclone in Southern Africa) has wreaked havoc in Japan, leaving 19 people dead and 175 injured.
The Japanese government has mobilised 27 000 soldiers to help in the rescue efforts in the Capital Tokyo and the surrounding areas. In a statement, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said:
<blockquote>I extend my condolences for all those who lost their lives and offer my sympathy to all those impacted by Typhoon No.19 (Hagibis).
With respect to blackouts, water outage and suspension of transportation services, we intend to exert all-out efforts for the earliest recovery… we ask the public to remain vigilant of landslides and other hazards.</blockquote>
Meanwhile, public broadcaster NHK said 14 rivers across the country have flooded, some spilling out in more than one spot.
The powerful typhoon made landfall south of Tokyo and battered central and northern Japan with torrents of rain and powerful gusts of wind.
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Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe has urged President Emmerson Mnangagwa to speed up institutional reforms and the democratisation of Zimbabwe.
The Japanese foreign ministry revealed in a statement that the two leaders met for 15 minutes on the sidelines of the seventh Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 7). The Japanese said:
<blockquote>At the outset, Prime Minister Abe mentioned the importance of institutional reforms for promoting business, as discussed at the TICAD7, and stated that ‘We hope that reform will be promoted and democratisation will be advanced in Zimbabwe under the leadership of President Mnangagwa’.
The Japanese government also announced its intention to support the improvement of hospital facilities and food security in Zimbabwe.</blockquote>
Japan will send an experienced agricultural expert to Zimbabwe, the Ministry revealed. The Asian country requested an improvement in the business environment for the promotion of trade and investments between the two countries.
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Japan Urges President Mnangagwa To Speed Up Reforms

Mr. Toshiyuki Iwado, Japanese Ambassador to Zimbabwe last week spoke to The Sunday Mail reporter, Sharon Munjenjema on the sidelines of a cocktail to commemorate the enthronement of the new Japanese Emperor, Prince Naruhito.
During the interview, the ambassador revealed that Japanese companies’ decision to invest or not thereof in Zimbabwe is informed by the state of Zimbabwean companies. Read the extract from the interview below:
<blockquote>Q: Which areas of possible investment do you see in Zimbabwe which Japanese firms would be interested in investing in?
Also, has there been any specific investors in Japan that have shown their interest?
A: I do not want to single out one, there are many. In February, we had the Japanese business mission and they explored many areas – mining, agriculture and energy.
Many Japanese companies are competing (to invest here) and I cannot mention their names, but the point is, many times I am asked the same question, and my answer is ask your local companies.
If they are happy with the working environment in Zimbabwe, why wouldn’t the Japanese companies want to invest?
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If they are suffering, and I think they are suffering, then it is very difficult for investment to come to this country.
Because once they invest here they will suffer the same.   So my answer to that question is not sector-specific but system-specific.  There needs to be reforms, reforms, reforms. This country has huge potential, it has rich national resources and talented people. Something needs to be done to exploit those natural resources.</blockquote>
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Japanese Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Mr. Toyishiyuki Iwado has said that Zimbabwe needs to reform in many areas. Iwado was speaking on the sidelines of a cocktail to commemorate the enthronement of the new Japanese Emperor, Prince Naruhito.
In an interview with The Sunday Mail reporter Sharon Munjenjema last week, the ambassador said that the government must create a conducive environment for its capable people. Below is an extract from the interview:
 
<blockquote>Q: What is your take on the current reforms being implemented by President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration?
 
A: From the beginning of his term, President Mnangagwa talked about a very important thing, which is political, economic and social reform.
I think that this country needs to reform in many areas.
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Given the natural resources and rich human resources, there is need for a good system to make those talented people show their abilities. Look around, it is often talked about that the informal sector is huge, but from my perspective, if the informal sector is so active, it means that there are so many Zimbabweans with talent to run businesses.
Why do they stay in the informal sector?
Ask them why they can’t tap into the formal sector, it is because there are too many rules and regulations.
I think that’s why they just stay in the informal sector.
I am not one to teach how things should be done, but my sense is: make the rules and regulations relaxed for businesses to prosper and let those talented people thrive.</blockquote>
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