By A Correspondent -
Harare, 18 March 2026 – The Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC) on Tuesday commended women leaders in religious communities who were recently recognized for their outstanding contributions during the Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development’s International Women’s Day celebrations in Bulawayo on 13 March 2026.
“It’s ChooseDay! Today, we celebrate and choose to honor our remarkable women leaders from the Ecumenical Fellowships who were recognized for their outstanding contributions in society and achievement in religion,” the ZCC said in a statement.
The Council congratulated Rev. Pauline Chauya of the Methodist Church in Zimbabwe, Rev. Nokuthula Mutende of the Presbyterian Church of Africa, and Rev. Siphilangenkosi Nkomo of the United Congregational Church of Southern Africa, with Rev. Nkomo emerging as the overall award recipient.
“Their leadership and service continue to transform communities and inspire hope,” the ZCC added, highlighting the important role these women play as agents of change within both faith-based and civic spheres.
Drawing inspiration from scripture, the Council compared the awardees’ impact to the biblical figure Deborah: “Like Deborah in Judges 5:7 – ‘Village life in Israel ceased, ceased until I, Deborah, arose, arose a mother in Israel,’ these women continue to rise and shape society.”
The statement emphasizes the need to recognize women’s leadership in ministry and their contributions to community development, particularly during Women’s Month and the 2026 International Women’s Day celebrations.
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