Technology key to youth development

AS Zimbabwe moves toward achieving its Vision of an Empowered and Prosperous Upper Middle-Income Society by 2030, technology and innovation will play a key role.

According to apostle Joshua Muchena better known as Bishop Josh, the millennium generation has different needs from those of previous generations and technology will play a key role to then achieving their goals and a better life

One of the most critical need of the millennium generation is the need for financial inclusion, so that as these young people grow up to become adults, they have the necessary background in learning to save and spend responsibly.

Apostle Joshua Muchena, also know as Bishop Josh

This is also paramount as it is in line with the country’s 2030 vision which will is expected to deliver broad based transformation, new wealth creation and expanding horizons of economic opportunities for all Zimbabweans, with no one left behind.

“While technology is disrupting some industries, it is creating an opportunity in the financial services sector – one that can benefit young people specifically. With a high youth population, Zimbabwe is also home to a large population of digital adopters who see mobile devices as the gateway to the rest of the world,” said Bishop Josh.

He said children were becoming more tech-savvy from a younger age as they are increasingly exposed to aspects of everyday life through a digital lens, now that everything can be done at a touch of a button.

“We are seeing a growing number of children selecting and ordering food for the family, shopping, booking cars – and with an added element of gamification. This is all because apps and mobile services are increasingly helping to make the day-to-day more seamless and trusted in the household.”

“When harnessed correctly, technology has the potential to greatly increase your organization’s success. In many cases, use of technology may be the progression of the processes you have in place already. However, others may call for adjustments to optimally reap the benefits of business technology,” Bishop Josh said.

He said technology had enabled business owners and leaders to stay on top of their projects by tracking time and progress and the youth will be more hands on with this trend as they accommodate more web-based project management tools.