For most CEOs, moments of reflection happen in boardrooms or private offices. But for David Munowenyu, founder and CEO of Discovery Ambulance Services, it happened inside the very vehicles his company deploys to save lives.

Sitting quietly in the back of an ambulance recently, Munowenyu described himself not as a leader, but as a “grateful servant,” thanking God for the vision that has become a lifeline for countless families across Zimbabwe.

“An ambulance is more than a vehicle,” Munowenyu wrote in a social media post that quickly went viral. “It is a moving sanctuary of hope… a bridge between crisis and survival.”

The post struck a chord, blending spirituality, leadership humility, and the stark reality of Zimbabwe’s emergency medical needs.

From Social Media Likes to Urgent Public Appeals

The online community responded with a mix of praise, gratitude, and heartfelt appeals for help.

• Faith and Gratitude: Users resonated with Munowenyu’s spiritual tone. Kudakwashe Gwabanayi commented: “To God be the Glory.” Lesego Molefe added, “Amen,” while Patience Tsongorera wrote, “May almighty God continue to bless you.”
• High Praise: Others were effusive in admiration. Garikai Masenyama called Munowenyu “God sent,” predicting a divine encounter, and James Jimmy described the services as “a beacon of hope.”
• Direct Community Appeals: The post also became a platform for urgent public pleas. Tonderai Gondo wrote: “Where can I get help in Mutare urgently? I saw something disturbing today needing medical attention but not even the police could help.”

This response underscores the vital, sometimes life-saving role private ambulance services like Discovery provide—and the gaps that remain in public emergency response.

The Heartbeat Behind the Mission

Munowenyu attributes the success of Discovery Ambulance Services to faith and frontline teams.

“When purpose is guided by faith, lives are not only saved — futures are restored,” he said, praising paramedics and medical staff as “the heartbeat of this mission.”

Discovery Ambulance Services provides critical private medical transportation across Zimbabwe. Munowenyu’s post, and the public’s reaction, highlights not only the necessity of emergency services but the trust, hope, and urgency communities place in them.

He concluded with a pledge:

“The journey continues. The mission grows. The calling remains.”

Why This Resonates Online

In an era where viral content often leans toward entertainment or scandal, Munowenyu’s post stands out for its sincerity, vulnerability, and communal relevance. For online readers, the story combines:

• Emotion: Faith, gratitude, and personal reflection.
• Public Engagement: Direct comments from citizens seeking help.
• Actionable Value: Readers now know where to find emergency support or contribute to a vital service.

Including multimedia—such as a photo of Munowenyu in an ambulance, screenshots of social media reactions, or a short video clip of ambulances in operation—would amplify the post’s resonance.

Hyperlinks to Discovery Ambulance Services would further connect readers to practical resources.

In a country rich with stories, rhythm and spoken truth, poetry in Zimbabwe is steadily reclaiming its space—and at the heart of this renaissance stands Cynthia Blackbird Jesus, model, TV presenter, spoken word poet, and the visionary founder of the Poetry Red Carpet Awards.

By Precious Mutuma

Born out of a deep concern for an overlooked creative industry, the Poetry Red Carpet Awards were established to address a glaring gap: the lack of formal recognition and appreciation for poets in Zimbabwe.

“The poetry industry needs serious attention and has great potential to grow,” Cynthia explains. “Seeing the gaps that needed to be filled inspired the idea of giving poets awards.

There was no record of poets being fully appreciated through awards in Zimbabwe.”
Since its inception, the awards have evolved from a bold idea into a growing movement.

What began as a mission to recognise poets has transformed into a unifying platform that actively engages the poetry community, ensuring artists are seen, heard, and valued for their craft.

Balancing the Crown and the Calling
Wearing multiple hats has not come without its costs. As both a public creative and an organisational leader, Cynthia speaks candidly about the weight of responsibility.

“The demands to show up as a leader are really hard,” she says.

“Only the one who carries the crown knows how heavy it is. It’s not just about being in the spotlight—it’s about the impact the weight has on my personal and professional life.”

Despite the challenges, she continues to push forward, acknowledging that leadership sometimes requires asking for help—a powerful reminder that even visionaries need support.

Shaping Zimbabwe’s Literary Landscape
The impact of the Poetry Red Carpet Awards is already visible. While feedback has ranged from praise to criticism, Cynthia embraces it all as fuel for growth.

“Both positive and negative feedback help us grow, even in areas we weren’t paying attention to,” she notes. “Since the awards began, we’ve seen significant change in the industry.

Poetry has become a sounding board for hope, even for society at large.”The awards have not only elevated poets but also reignited poetry’s role as a mirror and messenger for social realities.

Beyond Borders: Regional and Global Exchange
In recent editions, the inclusion of poets from Botswana and other countries has marked a strategic shift toward regional collaboration.

“If we are to grow Zimbabwean talent, we must build relationships with regional and international poetry families,” Cynthia emphasises.

It’s about learning from each other and creating a society for impact.”

Through these engagements, Zimbabwean poetry is gaining continental visibility, while local artists are exposed to diverse perspectives and styles.

The Financial Reality of Vision
Like many creative initiatives, the biggest hurdle remains funding.“Finances are the biggest challenge for anyone with a vision,” Cynthia admits.
“Many visions die because there’s no financial backing.

Until we secure strong sponsorship, this challenge remains.”Yet, despite this, the board continues to push forward—driven by belief, resilience, and purpose. A United Future for Poetry looking ahead, Cynthia remains hopeful and resolute.

“Poetry in Zimbabwe is in good hands as long as we stand united. The moment we lose that unity, that’s the beginning of the downfall. But the vision is running—and it will keep running. The future is bright for the poetry industry in Zimbabwe.”

As the Poetry Red Carpet Awards continue to grow, they are not just celebrating excellence—they are shaping the future of Zimbabwean poetry, one voice, one verse, one red carpet moment at a time.

The awards take place on the 27th of February 2026
At Nicoz Diamond Building, Samora Machel, 7th Floor

For more information on ticket,s contact 0785591276

• Mutana Drives Grassroots Development in Epworth
• Epworth MP Delivers Food, Schools and Infrastructure
• Community Backs Mutana, Dismisses Fake News Claims

On a dusty roadside in Epworth, the line begins to form long before the sun reaches its peak. Hundreds of residents, from elderly grandparents to young mothers with children clinging to their skirts, wait patiently.

Their destination is not a government office or an international aid station, but a community-led initiative spearheaded by their local Member of Parliament.

Each person leaves with a parcel of rice — a basic staple that represents security, dignity, and a promise that their community has not been forgotten.

This scene is part of a quiet but profound transformation unfolding in one of Harare’s most populous constituencies.

At the heart of this change is Honourable Taedzwa Mutana, the ZANU–PF Member of Parliament for Epworth South and a member of the party’s influential Central Committee.

While national and global dialogues often focus on grand policy, Mutana is demonstrating a different model of leadership: one where Vision 2030 — President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s ambitious goal to elevate Zimbabwe to an upper-middle-income economy — is being built not just with words, but with rice, bricks, textbooks and paved roads.

The MP with a Mission

Taedzwa Mutana represents the people of Epworth South in the National Assembly, a constituency where the challenges are as immense as the potential.

His role extends beyond Parliament; as a member of ZANU–PF’s Central Committee,Committee, the party’s highest decision-making body, he operates at the critical intersection of national policy and grassroots implementation.

For Mutana, political office is not merely a title, but a platform for service.

“Vision 2030 will not be realised in boardrooms in Harare alone,” Mutana said.

“It will be realised in the streets of Epworth, in our schools, and in the daily lives of our people. My responsibility is to make sure that national policy translates into real change on the ground.”

His development model focuses on four pillars: food security, education, infrastructure and economic empowerment.

Nourishing a Community

In a global environment where international food assistance is shrinking, local solutions have become critical. Mutana’s feeding programme has emerged as a lifeline for the most vulnerable.

According to community leaders, the initiative feeds about 300 vulnerable residents daily, including the elderly, child-headed households and people living with disabilities.

“For some of us, this food is the difference between sleeping hungry and having strength to face another day,” said Mai Rudo Machingauta, a grandmother of five.

“People can talk on social media, but we are here every week. We see the MP with our own eyes.”

Another resident, Tawanda Chikomborero, describes the programme as restoring dignity.

“He doesn’t ask for party cards or favours. If you are hungry, you are helped. That’s leadership.”

Education, Infrastructure and Opportunity

Beyond food aid, Mutana has channelled resources into school renovations, learning materials, borehole drilling and road rehabilitation, particularly in informal settlements often overlooked by development planners.

Local school development committees confirm the donation of textbooks and furniture, while youth groups point to skills training and empowerment projects that have enabled small income-generating ventures.

“Before, our children walked long distances to unsafe water sources,” Memory Zinyengere said.

“Now we have boreholes. These are not promises — they are things we can touch.”

Responding to Fake Narratives

Despite these visible efforts, Mutana has not been spared from misinformation campaigns circulating on social media and fringe platforms.

Community leaders are quick to dismiss the claims.

“People spreading fake news do not live here,” said Epworth resident and community organizer Joseph Manyika.

“If they did, they would know the work that is happening. Development speaks louder than lies.”

Mutana himself remains measured.

“When you are working, noise is inevitable,” he said.

“But I remain focused. My duty is to serve the people, not to respond to fabrications. The truth is visible in the lives being changed.”

A Grounded Vision for 2030

In Epworth South, Vision 2030 is not an abstract slogan. It is visible in full stomachs, improved classrooms and communities that feel seen and supported.

As Zimbabwe charts its path toward inclusive development, the Epworth experience offers a compelling lesson: national transformation is built from the ground up , one community, one household, one act of service at a time.

And for the residents lining up on dusty roads at dawn, leadership is not measured by headlines, but by who shows up, consistently, quietly, and with results.