International Dialogue in Culture, Talent & Enterprise

📘 Overview: #BestDiplomatsZWPlatform Agenda

The #BestDiplomatsZWPlatform sets the stage for a dynamic, solutions-driven forum where diplomacy meets youth innovation. Designed to empower civic-minded young leaders, the event features seven interconnected segments that highlight creativity, collaboration, and leadership development across sectors:

• SDG Labs & Innovation Pods Hands-on sessions solving local civic challenges through sustainable development goals.
• Fireside Dialogues Intimate conversations connecting youth, government leaders, and stakeholders for honest reflection and future-thinking.
• Youth Enterprise Showcase A platform for emerging entrepreneurs to present scalable solutions rooted in local contexts.
• Healthcare and Talent Pavilion Focused zones featuring SRHR education, career opportunity booths, and health innovation displays.
• Best Diplomats Zimbabwe Info Deck An interactive space offering insights into international diplomacy programs, training, and leadership pathways.
• Youth-Government Roundtables Cross-ministry discussions that bring youth voices directly into policy and planning rooms.
• Awards & Recognition Ceremony Honoring exceptional efforts in diplomacy, civic action, enterprise, and health leadership.

Info: Bulawayo Speaks 2025 is a dynamic civic summit that brings together youth, government officials, and community leaders for an international dialogue on culture, talent, and enterprise. The event opens with ceremonial highlights including a keynote from Amb. Ganizani Phiri and a parade of flags, followed by competitions such as SDG debates, quizzes, and youth presentations. It features thought-provoking discussions through fireside dialogues and diplomatic panels, showcases vibrant cultural performances and innovation exhibitions, and culminates with awards, recognitions, and legacy pledges—igniting a powerful movement for development, dialogue, and unity in Zimbabwe and beyond.

Info: Arrival of Delegates & VIPs
National Anthem & Invocation
Keynote Address by Amb. Ganizani Phiri
Guest of Honor Remarks – Hon. Minister
Parade of Districts & Institutional Flags

Info: Inter-Schools SDG Debate Championship
Quiz Competitions: Arts, Science & Enterprise Tracks
Youth Presentations: 3-Minute Sparks & Floor Dialogues
CMP Spotlight: Creative Mission Pathways Launch

Info: Fireside Exchange: Government x Youth
Diplomatic Roundtable: Promoting Best Diplomats Conferences
Civic Panels: Media, Gender Commission, Stakeholders
Institutional Pitch Decks & Q&A Sessions

Info: Majorettes, Dance & Music Performances
Spoken Word & Heritage Sketches
Enterprise Exhibition: Youth Innovation & Health Pavilion
SRHR Programming by Partner Organizations

Info: Awards Ceremony: Debate, Quiz & Talent Honors
Trophy Presentations
Certificate Distribution & Photo Moments
Closing Remarks & Future Pathways

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

139 Jason Moyo St, 139 Jason Moyo Street, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe