NEW: President Mnangagwa pays his condolences to Gata family

Zvamaida Murwira

PRESIDENT MNANGAGWA today paid his condolences to the family of Zesa Holdings executive chairperson Dr Sydney Gata at the family home in Harare following his death on Thursday.

Several dignitaries, who include Cabinet Ministers, ZANU PF Politburo members, captains of industry, family members, thronged Dr Gata’s residents in Borrowdale Brooke to grieve with the family.

In his eulogy, President Mnangagwa described Dr Gata as a giant in the energy sector not only in the country but in the region.

The country, he said, has benefitted immensely from his knowledge and experience.

“In his profession, there are very few with the level of distinction both in terms of quality and simplicity. He looked very simple but with depth,” said President Mnangagwa.

“He served this country well, without much demand, very little complaint. Yes, you have been vilified, left right and centre but that is the nature of all those that do well.”