officials from ZTA welcome SDA delegates at the Robert Mugabe International Airport
BY MUNYARADZI BLESSING DOMA
Around 10 000 delegates are expected in the country for the 4th Southern Africa – Indian Ocean Division Pathfinder Camporee, which began on Sunday and ends on April 19, at the Glen City Campsite in Goromonzi.
According to Wikipedia, “Pathfinder Club, or simply Pathfinders, is a department of the Seventh-day Adventist Church (SDA), which works specifically with the cultural, social and religious education of children and teens.
“Children 10 years and older are eligible to become members of the club.”
And on Sunday, officials from the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) welcomed Pastor Busi Khumalo, the Youth Ministry Director of the SDA Church (Southern Africa-India-Ocean Division), upon his arrival at Robert Mugabe International Airport.
In a statement, the ZTA said the “influx of visitors not only emphasizes the importance of youth development and cultural exchange but also promises to have a positive impact on the local economy and the tourism sector.”
It was added that at the Plumtree Border Post, the ZTA is conducting a meet and greet initiative for the delegates arriving for the Camporee.
“With an expected attendance of 8,000 to 10,000 participants from countries such as Mozambique, Zambia, Botswana, and South Africa, the border post is bustling with activity.
“This welcoming effort underscores Zimbabwe’s commitment to being a hospitable destination for religious tourism, showcasing its readiness to host this significant gathering,” added the statement.
