Official Opening Address by Hon. Advocate Mercy Dinha | 15th NANGO Directors Summer Retreat

Join us as we bring you the Official Conference Opening and Officiation delivered by Honourable Advocate Mercy Dinha, Deputy Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, during the 15th edition of the NANGO Annual NGO Directors Summer Retreat held on 27–28 November 2025 at the Urban Lifestyle Hotels in Masvingo. This important moment officially opened a pivotal gathering of Zimbabwe’s civil society sector, drawing together over 170 participants, including CSO leaders, development partners, government officials, and private sector representatives. Held under the theme: “Navigating New Frontiers: Development Financing and Civic Space in Transition”, the conference created a dynamic space for dialogue, reflection, and collective action on the evolving challenges and opportunities shaping civic space and sustainable development in Zimbabwe. In this video, you will hear insights from Hon. Adv. Dinha as she sets the tone for the retreat—highlighting the importance of collaboration, responsive governance, and strengthened partnerships across sectors. 🔔 Stay connected with NANGO for more highlights, presentations, and conversations from the Directors Summer Retreat as we continue to champion a resilient and thriving civil society sector. #DirectorsSummerRetreat #CivicSpaceMatters #DevelopmentFinancing