adminMany have had to overcome the lack of funding that comes with struggling economies but that has not taken away their desire to grab a medal on this grand occasion.
For Zimbabwe, Nyasha Mharakurwa spent yesterday adjusting to his new wheelchair while Elliot Mujaji took to the track.
Ambassador of Zimbabwe to Britain, Gabriel Machinga, welcomed Team Zimbabwe at his residence and urged the athletes to represent the country with honour and pride.
“Coming to London to lift the Zimbabwean flag needs men and women of courage, commitment and vision. It is because of this realisation that I salute you.
“Even though you might not see us physically during the competition we have Zimbabwe written in our hearts.
“You have inspired a generation by lifting the Zimbabwean flag and it’s a medal on its own,” he said.
The office of the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), represented by Felicia Munjaidi, said sport now played a pivotal role in tourism and representing Zimbabwe at the games meant the athletes are the country’s ambassadors.
“You will not only experience magnificent sports competition but also have the opportunity to present and market destination Zimbabwe to various participants as well as those whom you come across throughout the duration of the Games.
“I am convinced that you will leave memories that will last for a lifetime if only we carry the heart of our nation,” she said reading a speech on behalf of ZTA chief executive officer, Karikoga Kaseke.
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