Online Reporter
Nqobile Bhebhe,Zimpapers Business Hub
National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) board chairman, Dr Misheck Sibanda has pledged to play an active role in the parastatal’s turnaround, saying a united and knowledgeable workforce would help restore the company to its rightful place as a key driver of the national economy.
Dr Sibanda, a former Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, was unveiled to the media at NRZ headquarters in Bulawayo today before holding a closed-door meeting with management.
In his remarks, he underscored the need for teamwork, describing NRZ as an institution rich with expertise and potential.
“I feel so privileged to serve as chairman of such a unique organisation as NRZ,” said Dr Sibanda.
“Our President (Mnangagwa) has found it appropriate that NRZ resuscitation be intensified. I was shocked when I was called and asked to assist in making this organisation what it should be — a driver of our development and of the entire economy.”
Dr Sibanda revealed that he had thought his time in public service was over and had begun writing his memoirs before being called to national duty once again.
“The feeling was, why don’t I have my time? I thought I had left Government after working for so many years. I was starting to write my books, but I was told, ‘you can write later, go and help’,” he said.
Calling for unity, he added: “Let’s work in unity as a team to bring NRZ back to where it should be. The team is composed of very knowledgeable people and this will be shown very soon.”
Dr Sibanda also expressed appreciation for the support of President Mnangagwa and Dr John Mangudya, head of Mutapa Investment Fund, in the revival efforts.
“I feel so much privileged to participate and work with the President and our former head of financial sector, Dr John Mangudya, who now heads Mutapa Investments,” he said.
He further acknowledged the role of the media in highlighting the NRZ’s journey, urging for continued cooperation.
