Zimbabwe presidential candidate Saviour Kasukuwere urges unity ahead of polls next month

Zimbabwean presidential candidate Saviour Kasukuwere has arrived in the country for diplomatic meetings ahead of the August 23rd polls.

Kasukuwere who announced his presidential ambitions at a press conference a week ago, has promised to revive the country's economy, which is currently suffering.

Additionally, Saviour has pledged to restore trust in the public service, where he claims corruption has become prevalent.

A 53-year-old Zimbabwean politician, Kasukuwere has held various government and political party positions. He is best known for his roles as Mugabe's last National Political Commissar, a member of the Politburo, and a member of Zanu PF's Central Committee. His career in public service began as the Deputy Minister of Youth Development and Employment Creation, where he implemented policies to stimulate the economy and promote youth employment. In 2009, he was appointed Minister of Youth Development and Employment Creation, further advancing initiatives for youth empowerment and local business development.

In 2013, as the Minister of Environment, Water, and Climate, Kasukuwere played a leading role in addressing the effects of climate change in Zimbabwe and developing the country's first official National Climate Change Response Strategy. He has also served as the Minister of Local Government, Public Works, and National Housing.