Online Reporter
Sikhumbuzo Moyo, [email protected]
VICE President Kembo Mohadi has called on churches to continue playing an active role in fostering peace, unity and social cohesion, saying faith-based organisations remain critical partners in Zimbabwe’s development agenda.
Speaking at the Zimbabwe Indigenous Interdenominational Council of Churches Conference at White City Stadium yesterday, VP Mohadi said nation-building was a collective responsibility that required the participation of Government, the private sector, civil society, traditional leaders and churches.
He said the Second Republic remained guided by the philosophy of leaving no one and no place behind as it pursues inclusive growth and equitable development across all communities.
“Nation-building is a collective responsibility. Government, the private sector, civil society, traditional leaders and faith-based organisations each have a distinct but complementary role to play. The philosophy of leaving no one and no place behind continues to guide our development efforts as we work towards achieving inclusive growth and equitable development across all communities,” said VP Mohadi.
He said sustainable development could only be achieved in an environment characterised by peace, stability and mutual respect among citizens.
“As we pursue these aspirations, we must continue to uphold the values of unity, peace, tolerance and social cohesion. Development flourishes where there is peace. Investment thrives where there is stability. Communities prosper where there is mutual respect and collective purpose,” said VP Mohadi.
The Vice President urged churches to continue praying for the nation and providing moral guidance to leaders and communities.
“I therefore call upon the Church to continue praying for our nation, for peace, for unity and for wisdom among those entrusted with leadership responsibilities. Your prayers, counsel and moral guidance remain invaluable to the continued progress of our nation,” he said.
Quoting The Bible, VP Mohadi cited Proverbs 11:14, which says: “Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counsellors there is safety.”
He said the Church’s role in promoting ethical values and social harmony remains indispensable as Zimbabwe advances towards achieving its national development aspirations.
