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PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has saluted teenage sprint sensation Ropafadzo Mzondo who made history by winning Zimbabwe’s first medal at the Youth Olympic Games after claiming gold in the 200m final in Dakar, Senegal.
Mzondo won the 200m race with an incredible time of 21.04 seconds on Tuesday.
His efforts have not gone unrecognised, after President Mnangagwa joined the nation in celebrating the success story on his X platform.
“Heartfelt congratulations to our young sprint sensation, Ropafadzo Mzondo, on making sporting history!” wrote President Mnangagwa on X.
“By claiming the top podium spot, he has secured Zimbabwe’s first-ever medal at the event since its inception. This remarkable achievement is a proud milestone for Zimbabwean athletics and a shining testament to the boundless potential of our youth.
“When given the stage, Zimbabwean talent shines brightly before the world. Well done, Ropafadzo – you have raised our national flag high and inspired an entire generation!”
Mzondo and the rest of the Zimbabwe team arrived back home this Thursday afternoon and were welcomed by an enthusiastic crowd at the Robert Mugabe International Airport in Harare.
