Forming friendships with government officials in Africa
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HARARE, ZIMBABWE
For the first time in Southeast Africa, the newly assigned mission president, President Edward Dube, was introduced and welcomed by high level representatives from the governments of the countries that form the Harare Zimbabwe Mission.
In attendance at a Church-hosted luncheon meeting on July 29 were the ministers of home affairs, health, and labor and social services from Zimbabwe and the deputy ambassador from Malawi. Also present were the deputy ambassador from South Africa and consular from the Embassy of the United States of America.
The Minister of Home Affairs Kembo Mohadi, said, "From this day forward, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is welcome in all the offices of the government and will be looked upon as good partners in developing the general society of the country."
President Dube commented in his remarks, "Our purpose in inviting you to this luncheon is to introduce ourselves, our Church, our core beliefs, strengthen our relationship and to reinforce our commitment to serve others."
The Church has about 20,000 members in the Zimbabwe Harare Mission. Growth is accelerating at more than 15% per year. Humanitarian aid in disaster relief, medical supplies, clean water, wheelchairs and school supplies has been of great help to the residents of the mission.
