Zimbabwe lands top UN post

Zimbabwe has being recognised by the global organisation for its contributions to the advancement of humanity.

Starting at this 71st Session of the General Assembly, Zimbabwe - represented by its Ambassador to the UN, Mr Frederick Shava - is the new President of the UN Economic and Social Council (Ecosoc).

Ambassador Shava will steer the activities of the 54-nation group that is focused on socio-economic issues, taking over from Ambassador Oh Joon of South Korea.