Nqobile Bhebhe, Zimpapers Senior Writer
ACTING President Dr Kembo Mohadi has said the National Thanksgiving and Dedication Service is a sacred moment for reflection and acknowledgement of God’s providence in the life of Zimbabwe.
Addressing thousands of worshippers gathered at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre (ZIEC) during the service on Sunday, Dr Mohadi said the country’s progress in governance and development had been made possible through divine guidance and protection.
He said the Almighty had generously bestowed His blessings upon Zimbabweans, enabling them to build and develop the nation.
“Today is not merely a date on our national calendar. It is a sacred pause, a moment for reflection not only on how far we have come, but on who has sustained us along the way.
“We are reminded that the story of our nation is not written by human effort alone, but guided by a higher purpose,” said Dr Mohadi.
The Acting President stressed the importance of divine guidance in national development, quoting Psalm 127:1: “Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it.”
“Indeed, our progress in governance, development, peace and unity has been made possible because the Almighty has watched over our land.
“Today is a day to thank the Lord for the year 2025, in which the Almighty has generously rewarded our united indigenous efforts to build our nation, Zimbabwe,” he said.
Dr Mohadi called on citizens to continue rallying behind Zimbabwe’s guiding national philosophy:
“Nyika inovakwa, igodzivirirwa, igonamatirwa navene vayo;
Ilizwe lakhiwa, livikelwe, likhulekelwe ngabanikazi balo.”
He explained that the philosophy aligned with the essence of the thanksgiving gathering, emphasising the responsibility of Zimbabweans as stewards and custodians of their country.
“It urges us to consistently petition our loving Creator for His help in all our efforts to build our beloved country, Zimbabwe,” he said.
Reflecting on challenges the nation has faced, Dr Mohadi said the progress achieved so far was largely a result of divine providence.
“As such, we can boldly declare with the Psalmist: ‘Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth’ (Psalm 124:8).
“For this reason, it is indeed important that we hold this great united convocation to give thanks to the Lord for the help He so bountifully rendered to us throughout 2025,” he said.
The Acting President also expressed confidence that Zimbabwe remains on course to attain Vision 2030 under the leadership of President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
This year’s National Thanksgiving and Dedication Service is being held under the theme “Acknowledging Divine Providence in the Progress of our Nation”, as the faithful gather to lift one voice of gratitude to the Almighty for His sustaining grace over Zimbabwe.
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