Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum - Zimbabwe

19/09/2026

Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum, who are currently the chairpersons of the ACT Zimbabwe Forum Community of Practice on Justice, Peace and Reconciliation, invites you all to a Webinar on YPS: From Policy to Practice, exploring the depth of YPS, how young Africans are contributing to peace, and what needs to change to strengthen their role.

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/325879923944762?p=MMoxR5aw2m42HWfoLX

Meeting ID:
325 879 923 944 762

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2vA9h7DE

09/09/2026

🕊️⚽🏐 Building Peace Through Sport: Young People Unite in Tsholotsho
On 28 August 2026, the Ecumenical Church Leaders Forum (ECLF) hosted a Peace Tournament in Ward 10, Tsholotsho, bringing together young people from Sikente and Mtshina for a day of sport, interaction, dialogue, and peacebuilding.
The tournament was conducted in partnership with the Church of Sweden, with support from key government stakeholders, including the DDC’s Office, the Ministry of Women Affairs, the Ministry of Youth, the Ministry of Sports, the Ministry of Health and the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP).
Government stakeholders delivered solidarity messages and engaged directly with young people on issues affecting their communities. A key message was the need for young people to stay away from drug and substance abuse while promoting responsible behaviour, peaceful relationships and positive engagement within their communities.
ECLF emphasised that young people are not only beneficiaries of peace, but they are active agents of peace and community development. Through sport, young people can build friendships across communities, address challenges together, develop their talents and contribute to safer, more peaceful communities.
🏐 NETBALL
Eight teams participated, four from Mtshina and four from Sikente. After a competitive tournament, Mtshina emerged as the winner, taking first position.
⚽ SOCCER
Two teams participated, representing Sikente and Mtshina. Mtshina emerged victorious, taking first position.
🏆 The event also featured the presentation of trophies and sports kits branded with peace messages and messages against drug and substance abuse. These materials will continue to serve as reminders to young people to make positive choices, promote peace and reject harmful behaviours.
Beyond the competition, the tournament created a safe and positive space for young people from Sikente and Mtshina to connect, build relationships and strengthen social cohesion. It also provided an important platform for government and other stakeholders to listen to and engage with young people on issues that matter to them.
🌱 The Peace Tournament is now established as an annual event in Ward 10, Tsholotsho, contributing to efforts to address drug and substance abuse among young people while strengthening their participation in peacebuilding and community development.
Together, through sport, dialogue and partnership, we can create communities where young people thrive and peace takes root. 🕊️

04/09/2026

Statement on the passing of H.E. Ms Katrin Hagemann, Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Zimbabwe.

25/08/2026

🌍 Day 1 – Orientation Workshop on Receiving Returnees from South Africa 🌍
Today, we brought together government departments, ministries, agencies, volunteers, churches, church leaders, civil society organisations (CSOs), and humanitarian partners for the first day of a two-day orientation workshop under the Rapid Response Fund (RRF).
During the opening remarks, Bishop Khanye, representing the Bishops Forum in Bulawayo, shared a poignant story about the origins of this initiative. He recounted how it all began when buses filled with returnees arrived with no food or blankets, prompting congregants to step in with donations. From those humble beginnings, the Njube Centre Transit Sanctuary has grown into a system sustained by faith, generosity, and community support.
📌 Key highlights included:
• Sharing of humanitarian standards and international best practices, with participants acknowledging the importance of having received this training at the onset.
• Strengthening information security, health, registration, food, and transport systems to support returnees.
• Testimonies of running the centre on a “manna basis”—trusting God and community to provide.
• Dialogue on challenges such as transport logistics, reintegration, and ensuring returnees can earn a living in Zimbabwe.
• A powerful address from the Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Bulawayo Metropolitan Province, Honourable Judith Ncube, reminding us that this programme is about giving returnees a soft landing and restoring dignity.
With over 2,800 members engaged and buses still arriving, the task ahead is immense. Yet, the spirit of collaboration and compassion is evident. Together, we are committed to providing psychosocial support, reconnecting families, and helping returnees rebuild their lives.
🙏 We extend our gratitude to all government departments, ministries and agencies, volunteers, churches, church leaders, CSOs, and humanitarian partners who continue to stand with us. Hospitality becomes radical when no returnee faces the journey home alone.

19/08/2026

03/08/2026

Festival

Today we are witnessing Peace Festival at Townsend high

It’s a great honor that young pupils are committed to building peace amongst themselves.

03/08/2026

It takes a whole community to raise and protect a child, today we are calling the whole community of Bulawayo and beyond to support the Bulawayo Peace Club as they have launched their beautiful banner pledging to build and sustain peace within Bulawayo.

03/08/2026

Happening now, Dr Ngulube, the DSI is addressing the peace festival participants. In her speech she encouraged every present leaner to try by all means to embrace differences so that we sustain peace.