Renowned traditional healer Sekuru Nyangatayani, also known as Peter Chingudzi, spread festive cheer to disadvantaged members of the Mazowe district by donating Christmas hampers and gifts on Christmas Day.
The beneficiaries — including the visually impaired, people living with disabilities, the elderly, widows, widowers and orphans — gathered at Tsungubvi Hall in Glendale to receive the much-needed assistance.
Speaking during the handover, Sekuru Nyangatayani emphasised the responsibility of community leaders to uplift the vulnerable.
“It is the duty of leaders, including traditional healers, to give back to the community, especially to the differently abled and the less privileged,” he said.
The gesture was met with overwhelming gratitude from beneficiaries, many of whom described the donation as timely and life-changing.
Gogo Mlambo expressed her appreciation, saying the support came as a pleasant surprise.
“This is a wonderful surprise. Thank you, Sekuru Nyangatayani, for remembering us,” she said.
Another beneficiary, Sekuru Magora, echoed similar sentiments.
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“Your generosity has brought joy to our hearts. May God bless you,” he said.
Gogo London noted that the hamper would help her family celebrate Christmas with dignity.
“This will help us put food on the table. Thank you, Sekuru Nyangatayani,” she said.
Visually impaired beneficiary Willard Pemhiwa described the donation as a powerful act of kindness.
“This is a kind and thoughtful gesture. May God bless you abundantly,” he said.
Richard Mapfumo, the Mazowe District Chairperson for people living with disabilities, praised the initiative, saying it demonstrated true community solidarity.
“This initiative shows that our community cares. We are grateful for Sekuru Nyangatayani’s kindness and compassion,” he said.
The event highlighted the role of traditional leaders and healers in promoting social responsibility and supporting vulnerable groups during the festive season and beyond.
