Zimbabwe's Leader Sends Students Off to Algeria with High Hopes.
President Mnangagwa met with five students at his home in Harare. He gave them a strong message about their duty to Zimbabwe as they headed to Algeria for college.
The students earned rare spots in an exchange program between the two nations. They will study science, technology, and medicine—skills Zimbabwe needs to grow stronger.
"You stand for our country when you go there," Mnangagwa told them at State House. "These changes matter a lot for growing countries like ours."
The lucky students are Natasha Deni, Bukhosi Maphosa, Albert Jakarasi, Melogina Mano, and Tinovimbanashe Kamutero. The President spoke warmly but firmly about their role as Zimbabwe's face abroad.
He stressed how past students made Zimbabwe proud with their hard work. "People know Zimbabweans work hard," he said. "Show them you come from a nation of hard workers."
The President mixed humor with his serious message. He told them to think each night: "I stand for ED" - his nickname. But he added a warning about behaving badly: "Our jails have space."
Algeria's friendship with Zimbabwe made these chances real. Their ambassador, Mohamed Seoudi, said his country gives Zimbabwe more than 100 school spots each year.
The students beamed with joy at their good fortune. "I thank God for this chance," said 20-year-old Natasha Deni. Her classmate Melogina Mano agreed: "Not many get this shot."
The President ended with a note to parents: Don't expect money from your kids in Algeria—send them support instead. These words sealed a meeting full of hope for Zimbabwe's future leaders.
President Mnangagwa met with five students at his home in Harare. He gave them a strong message about their duty to Zimbabwe as they headed to Algeria for college.
The students earned rare spots in an exchange program between the two nations. They will study science, technology, and medicine—skills Zimbabwe needs to grow stronger.
"You stand for our country when you go there," Mnangagwa told them at State House. "These changes matter a lot for growing countries like ours."
The lucky students are Natasha Deni, Bukhosi Maphosa, Albert Jakarasi, Melogina Mano, and Tinovimbanashe Kamutero. The President spoke warmly but firmly about their role as Zimbabwe's face abroad.
He stressed how past students made Zimbabwe proud with their hard work. "People know Zimbabweans work hard," he said. "Show them you come from a nation of hard workers."
The President mixed humor with his serious message. He told them to think each night: "I stand for ED" - his nickname. But he added a warning about behaving badly: "Our jails have space."
Algeria's friendship with Zimbabwe made these chances real. Their ambassador, Mohamed Seoudi, said his country gives Zimbabwe more than 100 school spots each year.
The students beamed with joy at their good fortune. "I thank God for this chance," said 20-year-old Natasha Deni. Her classmate Melogina Mano agreed: "Not many get this shot."
The President ended with a note to parents: Don't expect money from your kids in Algeria—send them support instead. These words sealed a meeting full of hope for Zimbabwe's future leaders.
