Source: ZIPAM plants 200 trees in Darwendale – herald
Takunda Gambiza-Herald Reporter
THE Zimbabwe Institute of Public Administration and Management (ZIPAM) today planted more than 200 trees at its campus in Darwendale as part of efforts to promote environmental sustainability and support national climate action initiatives.
The tree-planting exercise, conducted in partnership with the Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe and Zimparks, brought together Government officials, staff members and community stakeholders to promote environmental stewardship and encourage responsible management of natural resources.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, Simon Masanga, who was represented by the deputy director of human resources, Mr Innocent James, said the initiative reflected the values of long-term responsibility and sustainable development within public institutions.
“Today is about more than just digging holes and placing seedlings in the ground. By organising this tree planting day, ZIPAM is making a clear statement about its values,” he said.
“You are demonstrating that success isn’t just measured by quarterly reports but by the legacy we leave for the environment and the community.”
Mr Masanga said that tree planting symbolises long-term thinking and environmental responsibility, adding that the trees would benefit future generations.
“As the famous proverb goes, the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now. These trees will become the lungs of this area,” he said.
“They will provide clean air, stabilise the soil, create habitats for the country’s species and offer shade for generations of employees and neighbours who may never know our names.”
ZIPAM’s director general, Dr Nancy Matshe (Commissioner), said the institution had mobilised the local community and stakeholders to plant more than 200 trees, including the 2025 Tree of the Year, Mumvee.
“As a national training, human capital, skills and innovation development institution, ZIPAM is inspired to foster environmental responsibility and sustainable practices within public institutions and the wider community,” she said.
Dr Matshe said the campaign aligns with the government’s environmental policies and broader efforts to mitigate climate change and expand green spaces.
She added that the initiative also supports the country’s National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2), which prioritises the restoration, protection and beautification of the environment through sustainable environmental practices.
“By promoting responsible governance, environmental management and sustainable environmental policy implementation, ZIPAM ensures that government institutions operate in ways that support economic growth, social development and environmental protection,” she said.
“This contributes to the country’s Vision 2030 aspirations.”
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