Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe

From ROHR Zimbabwe Information Department - UK

The party was a BLAST!

Thanks to all the people who made it.

Before the report begins, I’d just like to make a special thanks to the following people… that without them, “This Most Awesome Fundraising Party!” would only be a ‘blip blast’, not a ‘WHAM-BAM-BOOM BLAST!’

Special thanks will go to; Rhoda Kuhlengisa and Snodia Chihowa - Event Organisers / Coordinators for working tirelessly to make this event a success. Irene Manhunzi, Melody Mayoyo, Spiwe Dube  and Charity Nyamuzuwe - Food Service Assistants for preventing  the chicken from turning into charcoal and Sadza into bricks by their efficient delivery. Also at the front table saving the food were Diana Mtendereki and Pearl Shambare. Thanks to Charity Nyamuzuwe for help buy the food stuff and prepare and transport the food to Milton Keynes. Colin Chitekwe, thank you so much for all the hard work being the security officer in such events is not easy and acting as the Doorman / Bouncer of the day. Mr. DJ excellent.... kept the fire burning.  

Now, back to the report…

Restoration of Human Rights is continues to grow as we make in roads in the hearts and minds of the population of both the host nation and our home nation. However, our greatest challenge remains the establishment of meaningful and sustainable avenues of financing our plethora of campaigns. It is only through collective action from all branches that we may achieve this goal. The Hayes branch has emerged as a leader in both fundraising and the collection and disbursement of goods to some of the disadvantaged people in Zimbabwe.

On Saturday, 27 February the day of the party at Milton Keynes, people started to arrive at 10 o’clock then more and more came as the day lapsed. There was more than 100 people altogether. This well-organized and well-attended event saw most branches represented. The function commenced soon after the meeting for the executive panel and branch chairs. The first part of event opened with a prayer from Martha Jiya (National treasurer) followed by addresses from keynote speakers. The first to give their speech was the Hayes chairperson Snodia Chihowa followed by the guest of honour and President Mr Ephraim Tapa. The final address came from our national chairperson Mr Nedie.

The entertainment programme kicked off immediately after the speeches and the master of ceremony Tich Mutyambizi did not disappoint.  He belted out the tunes catering to all tastes. He had the whole house on their feet with his selection of music. At one point, even Mr Tapa and Mr Nedie who had been glued to their seats could not resist the vibes and were soon competing for space on the dance floor.

The event was a great success and this was as result of the hard work invested by the organizers. For those who were there, you are all my witnesses… Hayes Branch done a good job and they have pioneered the journey. Now the pace is set; I hope other branches with not be found guilty of breaking this chain.

The raffle draw was postponed to the next fundraising event in order to give more people the opportunity to take part. 

I have Jemias Mujeyi and Nash Matambanadzo to thank. You saved us all the trouble of cleaning and clearing after the event. You have no idea how significant and grateful this was.

The last guy left when the clock stroke 12 midnight….

Billy R. Machekano
Interim National Head of Information and Publicity