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Rutendo Nyeve in Victoria Falls
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has arrived in Victoria Falls ahead of the official opening of the 15th Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the Convention on Wetlands.
The President was warmly welcomed at the Victoria Falls International Airport by Vice President Kembo Mohadi, Matabeleland North Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Richard Moyo, Environment, Climate and Wildlife Minister Dr Evelyn Ndlovu, Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Barbara Rwodzi, Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerai Moyo, senior Government officials, and service chiefs.
Hundreds of jubilant citizens gathered at the airport to greet the President, cheering and ululating as he stepped off the plane.
The vibrant atmosphere signaled the significance of the event, which has drawn global attention to Zimbabwe’s commitment to wetland conservation.
COP15, hosted here in Victoria Falls, brings together world leaders, environmental experts, and international organisations to discuss sustainable wetland management.
President Mnangagwa is set to deliver the keynote address at the opening ceremony, highlighting Zimbabwe’s leadership in environmental preservation.
The conference marks a historic moment for Victoria Falls, showcasing Zimbabwe’s capacity to host high-profile international events while promoting ecological sustainability.
derick.khumalo