23/07/2026
Today, our Executive Director, John P. Maketo, is facilitating a module on Public Finance Management at the Moot Court Bootcamp organised by the Moot Society of Zimbabwe.
This engagement builds on a journey that began two years ago under ZIMCODD’s flagship (Strengthening Institutions & Youth Agency in Zimbabwe’s Accountability Narratives) project.
For ZIMCODD, this is more than a training session. Public Finance Management is central to economic justice. It determines how public resources are mobilised, allocated and utilised to deliver essential public services and uphold citizens’ rights.
As an organisation committed to advancing economic justice through research, policy engagement, lobbying and advocacy, we believe accountability starts with an informed citizenry and institutions that understand the importance of prudent public resource management.
Engaging aspiring legal practitioners is therefore a strategic investment. Lawyers play a critical role in promoting accountability, defending constitutional rights, interpreting legislation and challenging the misuse of public resources. A strong appreciation of Public Finance Management strengthens their ability to pursue justice.
Financial literacy is no longer the preserve of economists and accountants. Future legal professionals must understand public budgets, debt, procurement and fiscal governance because many of the legal issues they will encounter are directly linked to the management of public finances.
This is precisely what seeks to achieve strengthening youth agency by equipping young people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to actively participate in governance, demand accountability and contribute to transparent public financial management.
Today’s session reflects our continued commitment to nurturing a new generation of legal professionals who appreciate the inseparable link between law, public finance and economic justice.
Building a just society begins with building informed leaders.
