SPEAKER of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda has urged youths to venture into politics instead of concentrating on criticising the work of politicians.
Speaking yesterday at the launch of the Parliamentary Youth Caucus in Harare, Mudenda said: “Do not criticise politicians, create your own space in the politics of this country and be guided by the interest of this country.
“When you interface at tertiary institutions, young people must not forget the political sector; they must come in and be politicians. The world is structured, our society is structured, you won’t become politicians while going solo — by yourself, look at the structure, and you have to be a member of a political party first.”
He said youngsters at tertiary institutions must desist from criticising only, but become active politicians.
“Have the courage of your conviction in the national interest and not personal interest. You need to understand your Constitution which tells you what to do for the national interest, and you must understand the public policies that have been enunciated by the government,” he said.
Chairperson of the Parliamentary Youth Caucus Tatenda Mavetera said youths should have opportunities to associate, to be represented and to participate in politics, social economic and other spheres of life.
She said the country should focus on crafting of policies and frameworks that drive the youth agenda.
“The Parliamentary Youth Caucus seeks to influence Members of Parliament in their various constituencies to prioritise youth in resource allocation, and to advocate for youth friendly legislation and youth inclusion,” Mavetera said.
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The Parliamentary Youth Caucus was formed this year to push for policies that are youth oriented during parliamentary debates.
