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Zimbabwean President Mnangagwa Attributes Country's Success to 'Hand of God'

© AP Photo / Tsvangirayi MukwazhiZimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa attends his inauguration ceremony at the National Sports Stadium in the capital Harare, Monday, Sept. 4, 2023.
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa attends his inauguration ceremony at the National Sports Stadium in the capital Harare, Monday, Sept. 4, 2023.  - Sputnik Africa, 1920, 13.12.2023
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For over 20 years, Zimbabwe has been under the sanctions imposed by the United States and the European Union due to alleged human rights violations and a lack of democracy in the country. According to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the United Nations, the sanctions affected Zimbabweans' access to basic necessities.
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has underscored the nation's resilience in the face of challenges, particularly illegal sanctions imposed by Western nations for more than two decades.
The recently re-elected leader made the remarks during an interdenominational prayer service at State House to mark the National Day of Prayer, assuring that God will lead the nation to greater heights.
"Our nation is testimony that in every circumstance when facing plenty or lack, abundance or need, we can do all things through Jesus Christ who gives us strength. Philippians 4 Verse 12-13," President Mnangagwa said.
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa arrives for his State of the Nation address at the Parliament building on the outskirts of Harare, Tuesday, Oct 3, 2023. - Sputnik Africa, 1920, 23.11.2023
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Despite obstacles, including efforts to impede progress and development through unilateral sanctions by the US and EU, the President expressed confidence in the nation's ability to shape its destiny.
"We must continue defining and controlling our destiny. This is despite the clandestine machinations of those who have sought to hinder our progress and development, including the illegal sanctions designed to cripple our economy," he stressed.
The National Day of Prayer was attended by various religious and government figures.
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