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E-mailOne could not ask for a more refreshing day than Saturday 10th January 2009. You could call it a typical Zimbabwean party, an African fashion show or a fundraising function, the fact remains, it was an extremely successful occasion which included all the above.
Some tears of joy formed in my eyes as l thought of the purpose of the event. That such a thoughtful crowd had hatched an idea to help raise funds for our heroes back in Zimbabwe. This was a day designed for everyone involved to enjoy and give generously. It was no ordinary event as l witnessed our National Co-odinator Mr Mapfumo getting down to some harmonious Zimbabwean music. Everyone was so touched and moved that we could not help but join in.
Whether l should thank, praise or even applaud them, my envious moment was when ROHR members from all over the country were introduced. I envied their courage as they braved the stinging cold of that weekend to come and support this important cause. Hertfordshire, Reading, Coventry and Stock-On-Trent branches were among the many that attended.
Even the President of ROHR Zimbabwe Mr. Ephraim Tapa was present to witness what the Birmingham branch had done for the people of Zimbabwe.
Introductions were made by the Birmingham branch chairman Mr. Zibgowa, he thanked organizers Mr. Parayiwa (Vice-Chair), Mr. Edson Gwasha, the organizing secretary Rebecca Mlambo and all the committee members who helped make this event a success. Special thanks has to go to all those loyal citizens of humanity who donated the clothes that were on show and the DJ who waived his fee and entertained the crowd for free. We as a committee appreciate this and recognize that the event owes its success to these people. A moving speech as always came from Mr. Tapa. This was followed by the highlight of the day, the Fashion Show. Eight beautiful African queens paraded what l would sum up as an immaculate and tasty show. They modeled so professionally that one would be forgiven for thinking that you were in the Conference Centre watching the Face of Africa contest. Wow it was beautiful.
Attendees enjoyed all sorts of traditional Zimbabwean food and drinks. From my own point of view, people were satisfied to the fullest.
In conclusion, this purposeful event was a success to the ordinary people of Zimbabwe and Restoration of Human Rights Birmingham branch. This simply shows that we are beginning to speak with one voice and certainly that voice will be heard and it will bring about freedom, democracy and transparency to our beloved Zimbabwe.
Well done Birmingham branch and the organizing committee. WELL DONE ROHR ZIMBABWE.
Report by Edson Gwasha
