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President Mnangagwa delivers his annual State of the Nation Address (SONA) today when he opens the Third Session of the Ninth Parliament and sets the Government’s legislative agenda for the coming session.
The Head of State and Government will address virtually a joint sitting of both the National Assembly and Senate, with all legislators following the speech on Zimpapers Television Network (ZTN) and ZBC.
This first virtual SONA is because of the need to minimise risks of Covid-19 infection.
The President combined the two presentations, of giving the state of the nation and the Government’s legislative programme, last year as well.
In an interview yesterday, Clerk of Parliament Mr Kennedy Chokuda said all was set for SONA and official opening of the Third Session of the Ninth Parliament.
Some legislators will follow proceedings from the Chamber, with others follow from their gadgets such as phones and television.
“All is now set for the official opening by His Excellency President Mnangagwa, who will also deliver the State of the Nation Address. The President will give us direction in terms of Government’s legislative agenda,” said Mr Chokuda.
He said entrance to Parliament Building will be restricted as part of measures to contain the Covid-19 pandemic. Herald
