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Colonel Marodza promoted to Brigadier-General
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Colonel Jones Sasata Marodza has been promoted to the rank of Brigadier-General in the Zimbabwe National Army, with the formal ceremony held yesterday at Josiah Magama Tongogara Barracks in Harare. The promotion was officiated by Lieutenant-General Asher Walter Tapfumaneyi, Commander of the national army.
Speaking at the event, Lt-Gen Tapfumaneyi said the elevation, granted by President Emmerson Mnangagwa, followed a rigorous assessment by the Defence Forces Command Element. He urged Brig-Gen Marodza to embrace teamwork and rise to the increased responsibilities that come with his new rank.
"Your promotion is testimony to the fact that you possess the required qualities and attributes of military leadership at a general level. It is the result of a thorough and exhaustive assessment by the Command Element," Lt-Gen Tapfumaneyi said.
The army commander emphasised that appointment to Brigadier-General is accompanied by heightened duties and is not "a walk in the park." He also noted that Brig-Gen Marodza is the only officer promoted to this rank this year, making the achievement significant for both him and his family.
In his acceptance remarks, Brig-Gen Marodza expressed gratitude to the Commander, his colleagues, and his family, pledging loyalty to the national Constitution and the values of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces.
"On my own behalf, that of my wife, my children, some of whom are present here, and the entire family, I sincerely thank you, General in Command, for bestowing upon me this promotion today. This award is not just for me, but for my family and the entire Zimbabwe Defence Forces," he said.
Brig-Gen Marodza also acknowledged the support and dedication of his team, stating that he looks forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead in his new role.
The promotion reflects both personal achievement and the Zimbabwe National Army's ongoing focus on leadership, professionalism, and institutional revitalisation amid the country's transitional economic phase.
Speaking at the event, Lt-Gen Tapfumaneyi said the elevation, granted by President Emmerson Mnangagwa, followed a rigorous assessment by the Defence Forces Command Element. He urged Brig-Gen Marodza to embrace teamwork and rise to the increased responsibilities that come with his new rank.
"Your promotion is testimony to the fact that you possess the required qualities and attributes of military leadership at a general level. It is the result of a thorough and exhaustive assessment by the Command Element," Lt-Gen Tapfumaneyi said.
The army commander emphasised that appointment to Brigadier-General is accompanied by heightened duties and is not "a walk in the park." He also noted that Brig-Gen Marodza is the only officer promoted to this rank this year, making the achievement significant for both him and his family.
"On my own behalf, that of my wife, my children, some of whom are present here, and the entire family, I sincerely thank you, General in Command, for bestowing upon me this promotion today. This award is not just for me, but for my family and the entire Zimbabwe Defence Forces," he said.
Brig-Gen Marodza also acknowledged the support and dedication of his team, stating that he looks forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead in his new role.
The promotion reflects both personal achievement and the Zimbabwe National Army's ongoing focus on leadership, professionalism, and institutional revitalisation amid the country's transitional economic phase.
Source - The Herald
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