KIBAHA, March 7 -- LIBERATION movement parties in Southern Africa have pledged to strengthen regional cooperation and pursue economic liberation strategies to improve citizens livelihoods.

The leaders agreed that liberation movements in the region must now focus on economic transformation, job creation and inclusive development to ensure that political independence translates into improved living standards for citizens.

The commitment was made during the 12th Meeting of Secretaries General of Southern Africas liberation movements hosted by Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) in Kibaha, Coast Region.

The meeting brought together secretaries general from six liberation movement parties across the region to discuss the political situation in Southe...