In a grand celebration at State House, Her Excellency, the First Lady, Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, hosted a birthday anniversary dinner for His Excellency, President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa.
The event, attended by family members, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and Amai Chiwenga, Vice President Mohadi, Cabinet Ministers, Senior Government officials, senior Party officials, members of the Diplomatic community, as well as friends and relatives, was a night filled with joy and gratitude.
During the dinner, President Mnangagwa shared a heartfelt testimony of his survival, expressing his gratitude for the gift of life and the support he has received from his loved ones. He thanked Vice President Chiwenga and the First Lady for their quick actions when he was poisoned in Gwanda.
President Mnangagwa stated,
“God has been very kind to me because most of my colleagues are long gone. I had a taste of death several times including recently when I was poisoned in Gwanda. But I am still here, and I want to give credit to VP Chiwenga. Him and the First Lady were able to rush me to the hospital in South Africa, and I survived. I want my family to know that Chiwenga saved me; he took it upon himself.”
A Grateful President and a Thoughtful Birthday Dinner
President Emmerson Mnangagwa expressed his gratitude for the thoughtful birthday dinner his wife and children organised. He mentioned his happiness and pleasure about the “conspiracy” by his wife and children for organizing the dinner.
He also expressed his humbleness at the overwhelming number of people who attended the birthday dinner, making him feel special.
The birthday celebration was marked by the presentation of three special cakes. The first cake, representing a farm, symbolized the President’s heart and passion for farming. The second cake showcased various special moments in the President’s lifetime.
Lastly, a suspended cake demonstrated the highs and lows of life, symbolizing the President’s determination to overcome trials and tribulations.
The President’s sons had a special gift for their father—a day fishing trip voucher, with all expenses paid. Knowing the President’s commitment to his work, they joked that if the trip had been longer, he would not make it.
The birthday anniversary dinner was a testament to the love and respect President Mnangagwa receives from his family, friends, and colleagues. It was a night filled with heartfelt gratitude, celebration, and hope for the future.
Source iHarare
