ROSELINE MUTARE
GWERU-First time voters have expressed gratitude for exercising their democratic right by casting their votes in the just ended harmonised elections.
The youth who spoke to The Midweek Watch said they were happy that what they had been eagerly waiting for has come to pass, something that can only be done after every five years.
With a renewed sense of hope and determination, the nation’s youth turned out in droves, ready to make their voices heard and shape the future of their country.
A happy and excited first-time voter, 19-year-old college student Ruvarashe Hungwe was so excited after she voted in Zvimba East yesterday.
“I’ve been waiting for this moment for so long today I have the power to help shape the future of our nation, and I won’t take that responsibility lightly,” said Ruvarashe.
Most youths are calling for reforms in the education sector from those elected to lead the country henceforth.
“Education is the key to our country’s development by voting, we can push for policies that prioritize quality education for all Zimbabwean children,” said one unidentified first time voter in Gweru.
Young upcoming entrepreneurs were also happy to exercise their right for the first time as they looked forward to have leaders who will give them opportunities.
“I believe in the potential of our country, I want to see more opportunities for young people to start their own businesses and contribute to Zimbabwe’s prosperity. Voting is the first step towards making that happen,” said Margaret Lubinda of ward 3 in Bulawayo North Constituency.
Zimbabweans exercised their rights by casting their votes yesterday and the day was declared a national holiday.
