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Sir Wicknell extends congratulations to President E.D. Mnangagwa on SADC chairmanship

Sir Wicknell Chivayo extends heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Cde. E.D. Mnangagwa, on his recent inauguration as Chairman of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). This significant achievement, celebrated during the historic 44th SADC Summit, marks a new chapter in Zimbabwe’s leadership and regional influence.

In a statement of profound pride and admiration, Sir Wicknell praised President Mnangagwa for his exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to Zimbabwe’s development. The statement highlights the historic nature of the SADC Summit and commends the President for embodying the qualities of greatness, visionary leadership, and fatherly guidance.

“Very few words can adequately express the pride, honour, and privilege we have as Zimbabweans to be led by you,” Sir Wicknell expressed. “The historic 44th SADC Summit held this past weekend confirmed how much you personify the rare attributes of greatness, leadership, and being fatherly – all in one. Please accept my kindest congratulations on your alluring ascension to the position of Chairman of the SADC bloc.”

The statement lauds President Mnangagwa’s role in the successful hosting of the summit, highlighting the challenges overcome and the excellence demonstrated. Sir Wicknell emphasizes that under the President’s stewardship, Zimbabwe has showcased its potential for development and progress.

“Under your stewardship, the 2nd Republic successfully managed to host the summit in the most excellent and memorable fashion against all odds,” Sir Wicknell noted. “It is through your visionary leadership and patriotic convictions that Zimbabweans have realized their full potential to develop our beloved country to the magnificence that we see today.”

Sir Wicknell also commends President Mnangagwa for his commitment to utilizing local resources and empowering Zimbabweans. He underscores the remarkable infrastructure development, currency stability, and national beautification achieved under the President’s leadership.

Chivayo’s statement further celebrates the President’s role as a beacon of hope for young Zimbabweans and a unifying force despite years of economic sanctions and external pressures. He applauds President Mnangagwa for countering the negative narratives and providing a renewed sense of hope and pride.

“Your leadership ingenuity has redeemed hope in ourselves and vindicated us from the political stigmatization suffered over the years,” Sir Wicknell said. “On this occasion of your inauguration as SADC Chairman, I applaud you for being a HERO in our lifetime and for leading the restoration of Zimbabwe to its former glory as the gem of Southern Africa.”

Looking forward, Sir Wicknell expresses confidence in President Mnangagwa’s ability to drive regional integration and economic development under his SADC Chairmanship. He reaffirms support for the President’s Vision of positioning Zimbabwe as an upper-middle-income economy by 2030 and pledges continued assistance from the business community.

“Congratulations are in order Your Excellency, and we stand firm in support of your Vision of placing Zimbabwe at the pinnacle of development as an upper-middle economy by 2030,” Sir Wicknell concluded. “As patriotic citizens and the successful business community, we unreservedly pledge our endless support and undertake to consistently lend our assistance, to the best of our ability, in the realization of your Vision for a great Zimbabwe, the SADC Region, and beyond.”

In closing, Sir Wicknell extends his best wishes to President Mnangagwa as he embarks on this historic new role, reaffirming the commitment of Zimbabweans to supporting the President’s leadership and vision for the country and region.

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