We, the youths of Zimbabwe, who subscribe to the #LEADideology converged and agreed to the concept of nation building and social democracy.

We recognize that there is need for the youths of this generation to father the nation today and not tomorrow.

We recognize the significance of the liberation struggle and the contributions of the war veterans who sacrificed their youth and some their lives to free this country from colonialism.

We are also not ignorant of the reasons that drove many gallant sons and daughters of the soil into various jungles to fight exclusion, oppression and repression to ensure a free Democratic sovereign state.

We recognize the founding values and principles of Zimbabwe in reference to section 3 of our constitution.

We, the disciplined members of YoungLEAD pledge to fight to safeguard the gains of the liberation struggle and fight with our generation for financial independence, inclusion and equitable distribution of resources.

We pledge to uphold and defend the supremacy constitution of Zimbabwe (section 2).

We pledge to be fearless and disciplined in our quest to protect the true gains of the liberation struggle

We understand that there should be room for the youth in national discourse as directed by section 20 of our constitution and that there should be social mobility in this land of our ancestors. Our fathers fought for this country so that we can enjoy; therefore, we should enjoy!

Young people from the age of 10 selflessly sacrificed their lives to liberate Zimbabwe. The onus is upon this generation of young people to emulate the brave acts of the young people who spearheaded the liberation of Zimbabwe in 1980.

We resolved to stand up against any further undermining and privatisation of the liberation struggle.

We refuse any form of discrimination and inequality whether based on tribe, race, disability or sex but to promote a culture of inclusion and unity of purpose.

We call for the respect of human rights as enshrined in the bill of rights.

We are first Zimbabwean before we align to any political entity. YoungLEAD is the Youth council of Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats (LEAD).

In the spirit of Ubuntu we are committed to restoring the family legacy believing that we, the current generation is responsible for shaping the future of this country.

We are all Zimbabwean and equal, therefore we all deserve to live in peace, joy and happiness. Our children should never again have to be second class citizens in their country

We pledge to hold all responsible authorities to account.

We will no longer stand aside and be content with mediocrity.

We are patriotic and will remain united in our resolve to build Zimbabwe into a strong nation not divided along any false ideologies.

We shall not allow anyone to reverse the gains of the liberation struggle.

Therefore we are determined to ensure that we restore the true legacy of Zimbabwe.

As YoungLEAD declare, that we shall be the vanguards of the liberation struggle and we pledge to continue to defend and uphold the constitution of Zimbabwe.

Tinashe Musarurwa
YoungLEAD National Spokesperson