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Roselyne Sachiti in LILONGWE, Malawi
Vice President Kembo Mohadi has arrived in Lilongwe, Malawi, to participate in the centenary celebrations of the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP).
VP Mohadi, who is representing President Mnangagwa, will be joined by fellow southern African presidents and CCAP prominent church leaders from around the world.
Upon his arrival at Kamuzu International Airport this afternoon, VP Mohadi was received by Zimbabwe’s Ambassador to Malawi, Dr Nancy Saungweme, along with Malawi’s Minister of Lands Hon Deus Gumba; Malawi’s Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Colleen Zamba, and embassy staff.
VP Mohadi is accompanied by senior Government officials, including Dr Benson Martins Dube, the secretary in his office.
Upon his arrival at Kamuzu International Airport this afternoon, VP Mohadi was received by Zimbabwe’s Ambassador to Malawi, Dr Nancy Saungweme, along with Malawi’s Minister of Lands Hon Deus Gumba; Malawi’s Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Colleen Zamba, and embassy staff.
The worship service, themed ‘The Lord has done great things for us,’ is set to take place on Sunday, August 25, at the Civil Service Sports Stadium (Civo) in Lilongwe, with representatives from the CCAP overseeing the event.
VP Mohadi is among the esteemed guests, including Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera as the guest of honour, while Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema is also anticipated to join the celebrations.
The Moderator of the General Assembly of the CCAP Church of Scotland, Rt Rev Dr Shaw Paterson, is also expected to participate in the Centenary Celebratory Service.
VP Mohadi
International representatives from churches in Scotland, Ireland, Canada, the Netherlands, South Africa, the United States, and Zimbabwe are also expected to join the festivities.
This commemoration is significant as it unites various leaders and partners from around the globe.
The CCAP, a transnational denomination headquartered in Malawi, comprises five synods.
Malawi is home to three synods: Blantyre, Nkhoma, and Livingstonia, while the Zambia Synod and the Harare Synod are located in Zambia and Zimbabwe respectively.
VP Mohadi
Throughout the years, churches in Africa have been instrumental in partnering with governments to carry out development and relief efforts within various communities.
Since its inception in 1924 on the continent, the CCAP has made notable contributions to evangelism, education, and healthcare in multiple African countries, including Zimbabwe.
The CCAP Church, Harare Synod, is currently involved in initiatives through the Malawi Embassy.
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