Section 14: Empowerment and employment creation
Constitution of Zimbabwe
(1) The State and all institutions and agencies of government at every level must endeavour to facilitate and take measures to empower, through appropriate, transparent, fair and just affirmative action, all marginalised persons, groups and communities in Zimbabwe.
(2) At all times the State and all institutions and agencies of government at every level must ensure that appropriate and adequate measures are undertaken to create employment for all Zimbabweans, especially women and youths.
Insight: Empowerment and Employment Creation
This section establishes a constitutional obligation for the Zimbabwean government to actively address historical inequalities through affirmative action while simultaneously tackling unemployment. It's significant because it specifically identifies women and youth as priority groups for employment initiatives, recognizing their particular vulnerability in the labor market. The provision creates a permanent duty ("at all times") rather than a temporary measure, making economic inclusion a fundamental constitutional value.