-gets grinding mill from NASH
SYDNEY MUBAIWA
ZAKA- Reformed Church in Zimbabwe run Jichidza High School has honoured its long serving head, Thompson Charambira with a vehicle at his retirement farewell party.
Speaking during the farewell party held at the school recently, acting head Jameson Marusenga congratulated Charambira for working hard during his tenure saying he has transformed the school and lives of many.
“Your dedication to serving Jichidza High School for many years was unwavering and your inspiration to leaners, staff and the community will forever be cherished.
” Furthermore, your leadership has taken Jichidza High School to greater heights on the academic front. Jichidza High School and its stakeholders is quite grateful for your tireless efforts, guidance and a fatherly heart.
“As you open a new chapter in the journey of life remember that your legacy will live on through countless lives you have inspired.
“We have deposited US$3000 towards the purchase of your vehicle as our gift and we pay the balance any day so that you enjoy your new chapter,” he said.
In his homily during a church service, RCZ Reverend Julias Gwembe said Charambira traveled the academic journey with perseverance and dedication.
“As we celebrate his retirement, let’s take note that he served this school with dedication and passion. Charambira was passionate to serve his country and today we say congratulations.
“You have fought a good fight. The journey was not that easy. Dai vakaita ma scandals vangadai vakaenda KwaZimuto kumusha kwavo kare but because he was a good man we are still with him and even want him to remain here.
“You didn’t give up. You are a good example of a good leader, a leader who has left a legacy.
“You have put Jichidza on the map, with your perseverance you have led the school to this point.
“You traveled in a very difficult journey. A journey with a dedication to leave Jichidza at a certain level.
“You have had sleepless nights so that the school gets to this point.
“Clocking 41 years of service to the nation is not a mean achievement. We want to thank God that you have managed to do it,” he said
Speaking during the ceremony, NASH Masvingo Provincial Chairperson and Masvingo Christian head Dr Edson Muresherwa described Charambira as a man with focus, determination and dedication.
“As we celebrate together this journey, I want to thank you for your dedication, focus and determination. You are a good example of a leader and without you we are left poorer.
“As NASH, we have a gift for you. We have bought a grinding mill for you to use in Zimuto as you embark on this new chapter, ” he said.
Charambira, who has been at Jichidza High for the past 41 years expressed his gratitude to parents and stakeholders for their unwavering commitment and support during his tenure.
“It was a pleasure working with you. We celebrated together in success and consoled each other in difficult situations.
“Leadership role is like a relay where you pass on the button stick to someone and cheer them to succeed. As such, I say the game is not over. Let’s continue working hard as our school motto says: With Perseverance We Succeed,” he said.
He said his mother Esnath Charambira coincidentally was also celebrating her 90th birthday on the same day.
“As we celebrate this journey together, allow me to announce that, my mother is also celebrating her 90th birthday. She is my cornerstone and we are here because of her. She groomed me to become the man I am today and let’s thank God for the wonderful gift of life,” he said.
Born on February 2, 1962 in Zimuto, Masvingo Rural Charambira did his primary education at Nhangwi Primary School before proceeding to Zimuto Mission where he completed his Secondary Education in 1979.
He obtained a certificate in Education at Hillside Teacher’s College in 1983 and joined the teaching service in 1984 at Jichidza High School on January 1.
He obtained a Bsc Education Honours degree at Bindura University in 2006 and was appointed the deputy head at Jichidza High in 1992 to 2010.
He was the head of Science department from 2011 to 2014.
Charambira was appointed the acting head from 2015 to 2018 before he became the substantive head in 2019, a post he held until the time of his retirement.
During his tenure, he facilitated the purchase of two motor vehicles and a bus for the school. He also constructed five houses for teachers, solarised the school, acquired interactive boards and rehabilitated old staff houses.
Charambira also improved the water provision at the school and embarked on the construction of a boys’ hostel
He also started a banana plantation which is promising to flourish.
The event was attended by several sister school heads, former students and senior government officials.
