Several Seventh Day Adventist church leaders support business magnate Kudakwashe Tagwirei's move into active politics, saying it follows global trends. Their backing comes after some members opposed his participation when Zanu PF Harare province recommended him for the party's central committee, a top decision-making body. Some church members went further, petitioning the General Conference to revoke Tagwirei's Global Award of Excellence, which he received last month at Solusi University as the first Black recipient.
Lusaka Central SDA Church member Mwemba Maluba says church members seeking political power happens worldwide. Maluba urged the community not to believe orchestrated attacks aimed at harming the reputation of respected individuals. Church leaders view the petition as malicious, intended to undermine Tagwirei's influence at the church, national, and global levels.
City Centre church member Heather Dube noted that allegations against Tagwirei increased after he entered politics. Dube said people need to understand that someone can be active in politics and serve God simultaneously. Church member Oswald Ngarande pointed out other Adventists in politics, including Republican Ben Carson, Botswana's Vice President, and the late John Landa Nkomo from Zimbabwe.
The Global Award of Excellence recognizes people making a worldwide impact on education within the church. The General Conference highlighted Tagwirei's contributions to education globally, especially in Zimbabwe.
Lusaka Central SDA Church member Mwemba Maluba says church members seeking political power happens worldwide. Maluba urged the community not to believe orchestrated attacks aimed at harming the reputation of respected individuals. Church leaders view the petition as malicious, intended to undermine Tagwirei's influence at the church, national, and global levels.
City Centre church member Heather Dube noted that allegations against Tagwirei increased after he entered politics. Dube said people need to understand that someone can be active in politics and serve God simultaneously. Church member Oswald Ngarande pointed out other Adventists in politics, including Republican Ben Carson, Botswana's Vice President, and the late John Landa Nkomo from Zimbabwe.
The Global Award of Excellence recognizes people making a worldwide impact on education within the church. The General Conference highlighted Tagwirei's contributions to education globally, especially in Zimbabwe.
