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Mukudzei Chingwere in Chirumhanzu
Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga has said that the Government appreciates the role played by all non-State actors in the national education system, which has resulted in the moulding of a morally-upright, intelligent and professional citizenry.
He made these remarks yesterday at the Driefontein Primary School centenary celebrations at Driefontein Mission run by the Roman Catholic Church.
The VP, who was accompanied by the Midlands Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Owen Ncube, among other senior Government officials, highlighted the school’s long-standing tradition of excellence in academics and moral education.
He also lauded the Roman Catholic Church for its consistent role in promoting social services for the masses, particularly in health and education, which dates back to the pre-independence era.
The late former President Robert Gabriel Mugabe was a teacher at Driefontein Primary School.
VP Chiwenga said Driefontein Mission over the years has played a pivotal role in the pastoral, educational and health sectors.
“I urge you to continue teaching the culture of hard and honest work that produces good results for the betterment of our people,” he said.
“I implore you to continue to unveil opportunities to our people so they can live peacefully, happily, and prosperous. May you continue your kind disposition and humanity in your encounters and approach to different groups of people.
“The Government appreciates your efforts to complement it in educating, empowering and sustainably developing our communities. Throughout the years your light of education has shone on the minds of many.
“I do not doubt that as we usher in the next hundred years, you will do a splendid job of coaching and mentoring our young so that they will grow and become responsible citizens free from the menace of drugs and substance abuse.
“Mould them into men and women who care for their country and can play their role in shaping a brighter future for our motherland Zimbabwe,” he said.
The school head Sister Flora Chidzudzu shared success stories of alumni who have excelled in various fields, attributing their achievements to the solid foundation laid by the school.
Gweru Diocese Bishop Rudolf Nyandoro said the church enjoys an excellent relationship with the Government and also implored schools to continue grooming morally upright learners.
Online Reporter