MARTIN MAWAYA
GWERU-The late provincial registrar Agnes Gambura (pictured) was described as a dedicated, results-oriented public servant whose career was defined by professionalism and integrity.
Gambura died on January 19 at Avenues Clinic in Harare after a short illness.
She was honoured at a memorial service held at the Gweru Government Complex on Wednesday.
Addressing mourners, Midlands provincial Affairs Minister Owen Ncube said the province had lost one of its most dependable career civil servants who was committed to public service duty.
“We have lost a loyal, dedicated and patriotic civil servant who served the State with distinction. Ms Gambura leaves a legacy that will remain etched in the annals of the Midlands province,” he said.
Gambura joined the public service on March 2, 1982 as a clerk and rose through the ranks over more than four decades to become provincial registrar through hard work, discipline and integrity.
Ncube said her career should inspire serving and future civil servants to uphold values such as accountability, transparency, teamwork and commitment to duty.
“She was professional, accountable and unwavering in her commitment to national duty. Her legacy is one that most civil servants should emulate,” he added.
Gambura was known for her loyalty to the State and her principals, firmness in executing duties, and adherence to national priorities.
She was commended for excelling in a traditionally male-dominated environment and competently handling demanding regional and electoral responsibilities.
“As a woman, she acquitted herself exceptionally well, assuming commanding regional and electoral duties as assigned,” Ncube said.
