Annastacia Ndhlovu
Anastancia Ndhlovu, born on October 6, 1980, holds a Master of Science in Development Studies from the Women’s University in Africa in Harare and a Bachelor’s degree with honors in Human Resource Management from Midlands State University in Gweru, Zimbabwe. She is a certified DACUUM facilitator, a SAP Super User in Human Resources, and also has a certificate in Labor Relations from the Institute of Personnel Management in Zimbabwe (IPMZ). She is a politician in Zimbabwe, affiliated with the Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front (ZANU–PF). She served as Deputy Minister of Tourism and Hospitality from 2016 to 2019, acting as a liaison between the ministry, parliament, and the ruling party, and managing human resources and administration in the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry. Her political journey began in 2000 when she joined ZANU-PF during her studies at Midlands State University, later serving on the Central Committee and in the Youth League as Secretary for External Relations. In 2004, she joined the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) at their Head Office, where she developed policies for human resources, industrial relations, and human capital development. She was also associated with the Generation 40 faction within ZANU-PF.
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[edit]- I identified myself as a journalist, but they ordered me to delete the video I had recorded. They forced me into their vehicle, assaulting me, while their other accomplices fled.
- While interviewing victims of violence, we were suddenly surrounded by Zanu PF supporters who demanded to know why we were taking photos and speaking with the victims. Without warning, they accused me of attending a CCC rally in Gweru, and one of them began slapping me across the face. A female supporter joined in, assaulting and insulting me. Even as nearby vendors repeatedly pleaded with them to stop, the assailants ignored their requests and continued the attack.
- We know those people and I’ve reported the matter to the police.
- The church plays a significant role in promoting peace in the country by supporting the government’s efforts.
- As the ministry overseeing tourism in the country, we urge all churches to help maintain peace. We also call on churches to support the government in consolidating the economic progress made through tourism.
- Before any significant testimony comes a great test, and the Church must lead by example. This is an opportunity for people to demonstrate their abilities. We've seen how religious tourism in Nigeria has contributed to the growth of the tourism sector.
- We've all observed the benefits brought by the religious sector. Recently, for instance, we’ve seen events like the Women’s Conference by the Seventh Day Adventist Church, a conference by Uebert Angel, and gatherings hosted by Walter Magaya’s Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries. When such events happen, they bring economic benefits.
- We want to see how we can tap into the bulk of the religious tourism in Zimbabwe. Even domestic tourism is benefiting from this. People come to Harare every week, and all these are benefits which are coming from the religious sector."