Sekuru Banda is rallying behind the Vision
By Dickson Bandera
Renowned philanthropist and respected traditional leader Dr. Sekuru Kamwelo Banda has hailed First Lady Dr. Amai Auxillia Mnangagwa for her sustained humanitarian work in Zimbabwe, which continues to provide substantial relief and empowerment to vulnerable families across the country.
On Wednesday, 7 January 2026, Sekuru Banda was among distinguished delegates who attended a high-profile food distribution programme in Nyabira, Mashonaland West, a flagship initiative under the First Lady’s social welfare programmes.
The humanitarian exercise, which reached some of the most vulnerable families in the community, underscored the growing synergy between private philanthropy and the Office of the First Lady in tackling social vulnerability, poverty alleviation, and inclusive development—key pillars of Zimbabwe’s national development agenda.
The programme was officiated by the Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution in Mashonaland West, Hon. Marian Chombo, who was representing First Lady Dr. Amai Auxillia Mnangagwa.
The event attracted community leaders, beneficiaries, and development partners, reflecting a shared national commitment to people-centred development and inclusive growth.
In her address, Hon. Chombo commended Dr. Sekuru Banda for his unwavering support of government-led social protection programmes and the First Lady’s expansive humanitarian initiatives, which continue to complement state efforts in uplifting communities.
She emphasized that partnerships of this nature are critical in translating national policies into tangible benefits at grassroots level, particularly as Zimbabwe accelerates its development trajectory under Vision 2030.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank Sekuru Kamwelo Banda for supporting Amai Mnangagwa’s Angel of Hope’s programmes which are making impact towards warfare of vulnerable communities across the country.
“Dr Banda we also thank you for rallying behind President’s Vision for an Upper middle-income society by 2030. We are happy with your courageous support and as Government shall continue to work with you,” Hon Chombo stated.
Her remarks situated Sekuru Banda’s philanthropic work within the broader framework of national development, devolution, and inclusive growth, highlighting the vital role of non-state actors in strengthening Zimbabwe’s social safety nets.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Sekuru Kamwelo Banda expressed deep admiration for the First Lady’s hands-on, community-focused approach to social welfare.
He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the Angel of Hope Foundation, which has become a cornerstone of humanitarian intervention in Zimbabwe.
“I am in full support of all the Programmes being carried out by our First Lady Dr Amai Auxillia Mnangagwa. Through her Angel of Hope Foundation we have seen a lot of improvement towards warfare of disadvantaged members of societies across Zimbabwe.
“Today i witnessed food programme extended to more than 1400 families in Nyabira. There are a lot of Programmes which the First Lady has done which include Women and Youth Empowerment, assisting vulnerable members of the community, fight against drug sabstance and abuse, breast cancer awareness, rehabilitation centers among other impact programmes,” said Dr. Banda.
The food distribution exercise benefitted more than 1,400 families, providing immediate relief while reinforcing long-term social resilience—an approach that mirrors government policy thrusts aimed at leaving no one and no place behind.
Dr. Banda further emphasized that the First Lady’s humanitarian programmes serve as a critical catalyst in advancing the broader national vision championed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa, noting that sustainable national development is unattainable without empowering the most vulnerable members of society.
“All these efforts by First Lady Dr. AUXILLIA MNANGAGWA, its a show of support towards attainment of Vision 2030. These programmes are actually benefitting the country. This is the reason why i am calling upon all individuals, people, societies to rally President Mnangagwa’s Vision 2030,” he concluded.
Government’s public expression of readiness to work with all sections of society reflects a strategic alignment aimed at consolidating resources, expertise, and goodwill for the public good—an approach increasingly evident in Zimbabwe’s evolving development model.
Sekuru Banda’s endorsement of the Second Republic’s vision not only amplifies community confidence in national programmes but also strengthens citizen participation in Zimbabwe’s ongoing socio-economic transformation.
