In life and death a uniting figure: Francis Nyamhuka (1952-2019)
Friday, July 05, 2019
Last Saturday I joined a few hundred mourners to celebrate Francis Nyamhuka’s life and entomb his body at Zororo Cemeteries in the Zengeza area of Harare, Zimbabwe.
A teacher by profession, Francis rose through the ranks and was head teacher at St. Mary’s High School in Zengeza when he retired two years ago. Speaking at Francis’ funeral, his sister, Elizabeth Flexibility Nyamhuka, attested to Francis’ sterling teaching career as a feat accomplished through hard work.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...