Zvamaida Murwira
PRESIDENT MNANGAGWA has commended the Apostolic Faith Mission in Zimbabwe for various socio-economic developmental projects that include construction of schools and health facilities.
In a speech read on his behalf by Defence Minister Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri at the church’s annual general conference held today at Rufaro Conference Centre in Chatsworth, Masvingo province, the President said the church continued to register several milestones in complimenting Government’s efforts to improve people’s lives.
He said his administration recognised AFM in Zimbabwe as a consistent, dependable and reliable partner in the country’s ongoing development agenda.
“The unbreakable relationship between the State and the Church is one that we cherish and continue to strengthen. After all, we share a common responsibility towards moulding a morally upright united, peaceful and prosperous nation,” said President Mnangagwa.
“The church’s role in a modern-day economy is not only limited to prayer but broadly to also help build, industrialise and modernise our country. Together, let us work hand in hand, accelerating the realisation of our national development aspirations and Vision 2030.”
AFM in Zimbabwe leader Bishop Amos Madawo pledged to continue working with the Government.
Minister Muchinguri-Kashiri later handed an offer letter of 50 hectares of land to the church to construct a university as part of its contribution to heritage-based education 5.0 Model and also commissioned Rufaro Clinic, which was constructed by the church to provide health services to the local community.
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