By A Correspondent

The Zanu PF Masvingo Youths have lavished praise on First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa, hailing her as a philanthropic icon after she facilitated a donation of medical equipment to Zimbabwe. The donation, courtesy of EverX in Sydney, Australia, aims to bolster healthcare for women and children through the Angel of Hope Foundation.

The shipment includes a range of vital medical equipment, such as ultrasound machines, blood collection materials, and mobility aids. According to the Zanu PF Masvingo Youths’ Facebook post, this donation will “enhance hospitals in Harare and rural areas, ensuring better care” ¹.

While the donation is undoubtedly a welcome boost to Zimbabwe’s healthcare system, some critics argue that it is also a savvy political move by Auxillia Mnangagwa.

The First Lady has been accused of using her philanthropic work to score political points and bolster her husband’s administration.

As one source noted, “Her behaviour is far worse than that of Grace Mugabe in the twilight of her late husband’s reign. It’s unsettling that history seems to be repeating itself”

. These criticisms raise important questions about the motivations behind Auxillia Mnangagwa’s philanthropic efforts.

Despite these concerns, the donation has been widely welcomed, and the Zanu PF Masvingo Youths’ tribute to Auxillia Mnangagwa reflects the widespread admiration for her philanthropic work. As the First Lady continues to make headlines for her charitable endeavors, it remains to be seen whether her efforts will be remembered as genuine philanthropy or clever political maneuvering.