Mashonaland Central officials praised the alliance between traditional leaders, military forces and rural residents as fundamental to regional stability and growth at Traditional Leaders Day festivities on Thursday. Provincial Affairs Minister Christopher Magomo said the collaboration drives infrastructure projects such as water wells, electrical connections and housing construction for chiefs like host Chief Bepura Shumba Chevaviri.
Zimbabwe National Army Chief of Staff Major General Asher Walter Tapfumaneyi committed military resources to development initiatives, stating that protecting communities extends beyond territorial defense. He recognized chiefs for advancing food programs, combating youth substance abuse and preserving natural resources through partnerships with environmental authorities.
Canterbury Mining donated agricultural supplies and planted 200 mango trees for Chief Bepura's community food reserve program. Company secretary Samuel Rusike explained that the Shamva-based operation supports reforestation efforts aligned with President Mnangagwa's climate adaptation policies.
Chief Senate Matsiwo emphasized that coordinated efforts between government institutions and local populations strengthen rural areas while maintaining cultural traditions for the coming generations.
Zimbabwe National Army Chief of Staff Major General Asher Walter Tapfumaneyi committed military resources to development initiatives, stating that protecting communities extends beyond territorial defense. He recognized chiefs for advancing food programs, combating youth substance abuse and preserving natural resources through partnerships with environmental authorities.
Canterbury Mining donated agricultural supplies and planted 200 mango trees for Chief Bepura's community food reserve program. Company secretary Samuel Rusike explained that the Shamva-based operation supports reforestation efforts aligned with President Mnangagwa's climate adaptation policies.
Chief Senate Matsiwo emphasized that coordinated efforts between government institutions and local populations strengthen rural areas while maintaining cultural traditions for the coming generations.
