By Paul Nyathi| President Emmerson Mnangagwa finally made a public appearance without his infamous “Scarf Of Many Colours” after months of dragging the scarf with him everywhere he went.

Mnangagwa made the scarfless appearance at the City Sports Centre in Harare where he spent the day with thousands of children ahead of the country’s 38th Independence celebrations.

Mnangagwa hailed his meeting with the children claiming that the children motivated him to give hope to the country.

“This afternoon, ahead of Independence Day, I spent time with our beloved children from all over the country.

“I saw in their eyes the spark of hope. The spark that returned to our nation in November and grows brighter each day.

“It is all of our responsibilities to ensure that these eyes will shine with opportunity, aspiration and excitement for the future of our nation.

“With these sparks, we are creating a bright future for all in our new Zimbabwe – a free, proud and thriving middle income nation, characterised by decent jobs, sustainable income and free from corruption.

It is for these children that we must work together tirelessly to build and progress, not just for today or tomorrow, but for generations to come.