The announcement was made on national radio immediately after the graduation ceremony. - Olivia Muchena

It was an essential experience, impacting me on a personal level as well as affecting my family, constituency, and party.

As a deeply committed believer, I hold a personal conviction that Christians can and should serve as salt and light within the realms of politics and government. I believe it is not only desirable but essential and achievable for believers to have a positive influence in these areas.

If Zimbabwe fails to recognize women's potential for influential leadership positions, the country risks falling behind and undermining its democracy.