Harare, Zimbabwe — Public policy specialist and global consultant Dauda Abdurrazaq Gidado has paid a courtesy visit to the Zimbabwe Country Office of the International Forum for Peace and Diplomacy (IFPD) in Harare, where he met with the Country Director, Dr. Tatenda Matirongo, to discuss opportunities for enhanced regional collaboration.
The meeting focused on strengthening partnerships and exploring practical strategies to increase the participation of Zimbabwean citizens and the broader Southern African region in peacebuilding, diplomacy, policy dialogue, and sustainable development initiatives.
The International Forum for Peace and Diplomacy (IFPD) is a global, non-partisan diplomatic organization committed to advancing peace, promoting constructive dialogue, and fostering international cooperation. Through evidence-based policy advocacy, strategic partnerships, and stakeholder engagement, the organization works to address emerging global challenges while supporting sustainable development.
Speaking after the meeting, Gidado expressed appreciation for the warm reception and productive discussions with Dr. Matirongo. He also conveyed the goodwill message of the IFPD Director-General, Ambassador Adeniran Michael Timothy, reaffirming the organization’s commitment to strengthening peacebuilding and diplomatic engagement across Africa.
Both parties expressed optimism about future collaboration aimed at promoting peace, diplomacy, and meaningful citizen participation in governance and sustainable development throughout the continent.