{"id":1935,"date":"2026-03-30T15:07:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T15:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thewasupost.co.zw\/?p=1935"},"modified":"2026-03-31T08:09:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T08:09:20","slug":"netone-pledges-commitment-to-national-development-as-partner-in-presidents-cup-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thewasupost.co.zw\/index.php\/2026\/03\/30\/netone-pledges-commitment-to-national-development-as-partner-in-presidents-cup-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"NetOne Pledges Commitment to National Development as Partner in President\u2019s Cup 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By Fanuel Chinowaita<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thewasupost.co.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20260330-WA0051.jpg?resize=640%2C427&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thewasupost.co.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20260330-WA0051.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thewasupost.co.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20260330-WA0051.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thewasupost.co.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20260330-WA0051.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thewasupost.co.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20260330-WA0051.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thewasupost.co.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG-20260330-WA0051.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>HARARE<\/strong> \u2013 NetOne has reaffirmed its role as a transformative force in Zimbabwe\u2019s development agenda, with Chief Executive Officer Engineer Raphael Mushanawani declaring the company\u2019s full alignment with national priorities during a press conference for The President\u2019s Cup 2026 today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speaking at the event, Mushanawani described the tournament as a platform where sport, business and development converge, directly linking the initiative to the vision of President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThis tournament is more than golf. It is a demonstration of leadership, vision and collaboration \u2014 a platform where sport, business and development converge,\u201d Mushanawani said. \u201cIt reflects President Cde Dr ED Mnangagwa\u2019s unwavering commitment to building a prosperous, inclusive and forward-looking Zimbabwe.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NetOne chief executive emphasized that the company\u2019s corporate strategy mirrors the discipline required in both sport and nation-building, framing the partnership as an extension of its broader mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe believe that every stroke in golf mirrors every strategic decision in business and nation-building \u2014 precision, discipline and focus determine success,\u201d he stated. \u201cUnder my leadership, NetOne has taken bold, purposeful steps to connect communities, empower citizens and drive innovation, ensuring our initiatives align seamlessly with national priorities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mushanawani also commended the government\u2019s efforts in leveraging sports for youth development and social cohesion, addressing Deputy Minister of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture Cde E. Jesaya directly during his remarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe salute your leadership in harnessing sport as a catalyst for youth development, social cohesion and national progress,\u201d he said. \u201cNetOne is proud to walk this journey alongside Government \u2014 fully committed to initiatives that strengthen our country and elevate Zimbabwe on the continental and global stage.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The CEO positioned the telecommunications company\u2019s involvement in The President\u2019s Cup as a statement of its broader corporate identity, moving beyond its role as a service provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThis partnership sends a clear message: NetOne is more than a service provider,\u201d Mushanawani said. \u201cWe are a force for transformation \u2014 a company that leads, innovates and delivers tangible impact.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He concluded by reaffirming the company\u2019s dedication to the initiative and the President\u2019s broader vision for the country\u2019s future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cPresident Mnangagwa, we salute your vision,\u201d he said. \u201cNetOne is proud to walk this journey with you \u2014 stroke by stroke, fairway by fairway, toward a brighter future for our nation.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Fanuel Chinowaita HARARE \u2013 NetOne has reaffirmed its role as a transformative force in Zimbabwe\u2019s development agenda, with Chief Executive Officer Engineer Raphael Mushanawani declaring the company\u2019s full alignment with national priorities during a press conference for The President\u2019s Cup 2026 today. 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