LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT 412
(Botswana, Malawi,
Mozambique & Zimbabwe)
LEOS DISTRICT 412 CONVENTION 2006-6™ -9™ April 2006
Hosted by: Victoria High Leo Club (Masvingo, Zimbabwe)
Hosted by: Victoria High Leo Club (Masvingo, Zimbabwe)
Minutes of the 2006 District 412 Convention
Convention Day One (1)
1. Procession & Canshake in the city.
The day started at 0900hrs with the Executive Mayor Engineer AV Chaimiti's Mayoral Address, which was read on his behalf by Councilor V.Hakutangwi. In his speech he thanked the Leos for their work and urged them to continue especially in these trying times.
After the address we had a procession through town with a police escort to Victoria High School. We raised ZW$140 000.00 for charity in the canshake.
2. The Council Meeting.
The meeting was called to order by LDP Leo Anthony Siyavunda at 11 0Ohrs.
Invocation by - Leo Talent (Vic High)
National Anthems for Botswana & Zimbabwe were sung, as they were the two countries present
Leo Code of Ethics read by - Leo Donna (President Kyle College)
Housekeeping by - Leo Serpentia (President Vic High)
3. Introductions
LDP Leo Anthony introduced the guest of Honour Mr. Kasenya (Victoria High School Headmaster) He went on to Introduce members of the district board including LDC Lion Patson Mapanda.
4- Roll Call by- LDS Leo Elizabeth Mutsambiwa and a register of attendance was circulated.
Name of club Delegates
Harare West 1
Victoria High 18
Kyle College 9
Redcliff Omega 6
Educare College 3
Regina Mundi 3
Shungu High 4
ThomhillHigh 1
Gweru Omega 4
Chiredzi 5
Camelot High 1
Solusi 1
Serowe (Botswana) 1
Lions Present 2
Total Delegates 59
5. Welcome Remarks
Harare West 1
Victoria High 18
Kyle College 9
Redcliff Omega 6
Educare College 3
Regina Mundi 3
Shungu High 4
ThomhillHigh 1
Gweru Omega 4
Chiredzi 5
Camelot High 1
Solusi 1
Serowe (Botswana) 1
Lions Present 2
Total Delegates 59
5. Welcome Remarks
The Leo District Chairman Lion Pat Mapanda welcomed the Leos and guests to the meeting. He talked of the importance being a Leo that, is developing leadership skills and commitment. He urged all to emulate Lion Andrew Dube (PLDP) who is now a Lions club president in New Zealand.
6. Official Opening
The official opening was done by the Head master of Victoria High School Mr. Kasenya who commended the Leos for their work in the district. He also warned the delegates on the Aids pandemic.
7, Reports by Leo District Officers.
LDT- Leo Simbarashe Mapira (chiredzi Omega)
The treasurer gave her report and reminded the Leos to pay their dues in time. She urged all club treasurers to be always in touch with LDT. She said she was not getting enough club information from the region chairs except Botswana. She gave a proposal for the increase of district dues from ZW$30000.00 to ZW$150000.00 For Omega Leos and ZW$ 1 0000. 00 to ZW$50000.00 for Alpha Leos for the first six months which was passed by the attending delegates. So the new district dues will be Omegas $150000.00 & Alphas $50000,00 for the
first six months (July-06 to Dec-06)
first six months (July-06 to Dec-06)
LDS- Leo Elizabeth Mutsambiwa (Chiredzi Omega)
The secretary gave her report in which she highlighted lack of communication in the district. Clubs were not submitting their reports. She urged Leos to attended the Lions Convention in Serowe Botswana in May 2006 for them to learn more about Lionism and Leoism.
VLDP- Leo Melusi Lusaba ( Gweru)
Report not tabled had not arrived .Tabled Later
LDP & Public relations Director -Leo Anthony Siyavunda (Chiredzi)
He highlighted on the need for orientation for new Leos and also the visits to Leo club of Victoria High & the newly formed Leo club of Kyle College. He was in Malawi but tried in vein to see Leos. He managed to attend the Blantyre Lions Ctub meeting & also had a short meeting with region (1) chair Lion Enock Muleso (PVLDP-2001 -2002) who promised to help Leos in Malawi, He highlighted on the forced changes to the board: LDS Allan Majecha replaced by Leo Elizabeth Mutsambiwa
LDT Prosper Ncube replaced by Leo Simba Mapira
LRC2 Blessed Mpofu replaced by Leo Brian Sairai
He singled out LRC5 Maipelo Mogotsi & LRC3 Leo Blessing Zindi as the outstanding Leos in the district especially during his illness. He highlighted some positives in the district, by the formation of new clubs in the district,
LDT Prosper Ncube replaced by Leo Simba Mapira
LRC2 Blessed Mpofu replaced by Leo Brian Sairai
He singled out LRC5 Maipelo Mogotsi & LRC3 Leo Blessing Zindi as the outstanding Leos in the district especially during his illness. He highlighted some positives in the district, by the formation of new clubs in the district,
8, Leo District Council Meeting
Meeting was called to order by LDP Leo Anthony Siyavunda
Leo Objects read by- Leo Enia (Vic High)
(a) Minutes of the 2005 Convention Gifford high School -Bulawayo were read and adpoted
Matters arising: Clubs to pay subs double if they don't pay up in time, to be effected immediately.
Matters arising: Clubs to pay subs double if they don't pay up in time, to be effected immediately.
(b) Minutes of the August meeting Thornhill High Sch -Gweru were read
Motion for adoption of minutes was proposed By Leo Chris Bvunzawabaya and Seconded By Leo Mzukuru and the minutes were adopted
Motion for adoption of minutes was proposed By Leo Chris Bvunzawabaya and Seconded By Leo Mzukuru and the minutes were adopted
Matters Arising:
Tail-twisting amount not put in the minutes. Minutes were sent very late. The issue of using the Chiredzi Lions club account was shelved as Lion Jona Machaya is now out of the country. The subs for Botswana should be deposited in the Gaborone Lions account, and monitored by Lion David Nkwe.
9. Regional Reports:
Region 1 -Malawi –
No report was tabled
Region 2 –Mashonaland / Manicaland/ Mozambique
Reports from Leo Clubs of St Faith Mission, Harare West, Peterhouse and Dangamvura (new club) were read
Region 1 -Malawi –
No report was tabled
Region 2 –Mashonaland / Manicaland/ Mozambique
Reports from Leo Clubs of St Faith Mission, Harare West, Peterhouse and Dangamvura (new club) were read
Region 3 –Midlands & Masvingo
LRC3 Leo Blessing Zindi gave his report.
Reports from Leo clubs of Chiredzi, Redcliff Omega, Camelot, Drake, Shungu, Rio Tinto, Gweru Omega, Educare, Thornhill, Regina Mundi, Manunure High, Victoria high and Kyle College (new club) were read
Region 4 -Matebeleland
Only Solusi University gave their report.
Reports from Leo clubs of Chiredzi, Redcliff Omega, Camelot, Drake, Shungu, Rio Tinto, Gweru Omega, Educare, Thornhill, Regina Mundi, Manunure High, Victoria high and Kyle College (new club) were read
Region 4 -Matebeleland
Only Solusi University gave their report.
Rcgion 5 -Botswana
Lion David read LRC5' s report on her behalf.
Reports from Leo clubs of University of Botswana (G/ West), SelibePhikwe, Serowe, Orapa, and Mahalapye CJSS,
Reports from Leo clubs of University of Botswana (G/ West), SelibePhikwe, Serowe, Orapa, and Mahalapye CJSS,
10. Comments from Leo Advisors and Patrons.
Region one were given thumb up for excellent communication Lion Pat Mapanda said he went on to say that the dues collected in Malawi and Botswana should be used for Leo business in their region, but only after-the approval of the district board He also urged clubs to at least do a single project towards the funding of the district account. Presidents should be the one to present club reports during district meetings and also to see to it that district dues are paid in time.
Lion David went on to say that club reports should include activities for a certain period say for first council meeting (April 06-July 06), 2nd Council meeting (Aug 06-Nov 06) then for the convention (Dec 06- Mar 07), the reports should also include the number of club members, amount in Admin & Charity accounts to name a few.
Clubs should have a short efficient way of recruiting new members.
Lion David went on to say that club reports should include activities for a certain period say for first council meeting (April 06-July 06), 2nd Council meeting (Aug 06-Nov 06) then for the convention (Dec 06- Mar 07), the reports should also include the number of club members, amount in Admin & Charity accounts to name a few.
Clubs should have a short efficient way of recruiting new members.
11. A.O.B
Leos talked on the importance of being a Leo and the opportunities you get by being a member.
Tail-twisting
Meeting adjourned at 1831hns
*LDP Induction Dinner/Dance & Leo District 412 Awards Ceremony*
The 2006-07 Leo District 412 Board
Leo District President (LDP) - Leo Melusi Lusaba (Gweru Omega)
Tail-twisting
Meeting adjourned at 1831hns
*LDP Induction Dinner/Dance & Leo District 412 Awards Ceremony*
The 2006-07 Leo District 412 Board
Leo District President (LDP) - Leo Melusi Lusaba (Gweru Omega)
Vice Leo District President (VLDP Leo Maipelo Mogotsi (Gaborone West)
Leo District Secretary (LDS) Leo Blessing Zindi (Gweru Omega)
Leo District Treasurer (LDT) Leo Yotamu Muroiwa (Gweru Omega)
Immediate Past President (IPP) Leo Anthony Styavunda (Chiredzi Omega)
Region Chairs
LRC1 Malawi -to be advised
LRC2 Mashonaland/Manicaland- Leo Chri Bvunzawabaya (Harare West)
Region Chairs
LRC1 Malawi -to be advised
LRC2 Mashonaland/Manicaland- Leo Chri Bvunzawabaya (Harare West)
LRC3 Midlands/ Masvingo -Leo Bernard Muvhami (Redcliff Omega)
LRC4 Matebeland- Leo Letwin Mapanda (Solusi University)
LRC5 Botswana - Leo Oneneile Masikara (Gaborone West)
Tail twisters
Zimbabwe- Leo Gilbert Makumbe ‘Mzukuru” (Solusi University)
Botswana -To be advised
Malawi -To be advised
Award Winners
Best Club Administration -1 .Redcliff Omega Leo Club
2.Chiredzi Omega Leo Club
3.Camelot Alpha Leo Club
Best Twinning Club 1.Redcliff Omega Leo Club
2.Chiredzi Omega Leo Club
3.Gweru Omega Leo Club
Leo Advisor of the year -1 Lion Peter Dzvitl (Redcllff)
2 Patron Mrs. Enslin (Kyle College)
3 Lion Mathias Nyangani (Chiredzi)
Project of the year I.Victoria high Leo club (Fun-day)
2 Redcliff Omega Leo Club (HIV & Aids Drama)
3 Kyle College Leo Club (Sponsored walk)
Leo of the year 1.LRC3 Leo Blessing Zindi (Gweru Omega)
2.LRC5 Leo Maipelo Mogotsi (Gaborone West)
3.Leo Martin Mlalazi (Educare College)
Botswana -To be advised
Malawi -To be advised
Award Winners
Best Club Administration -1 .Redcliff Omega Leo Club
2.Chiredzi Omega Leo Club
3.Camelot Alpha Leo Club
Best Twinning Club 1.Redcliff Omega Leo Club
2.Chiredzi Omega Leo Club
3.Gweru Omega Leo Club
Leo Advisor of the year -1 Lion Peter Dzvitl (Redcllff)
2 Patron Mrs. Enslin (Kyle College)
3 Lion Mathias Nyangani (Chiredzi)
Project of the year I.Victoria high Leo club (Fun-day)
2 Redcliff Omega Leo Club (HIV & Aids Drama)
3 Kyle College Leo Club (Sponsored walk)
Leo of the year 1.LRC3 Leo Blessing Zindi (Gweru Omega)
2.LRC5 Leo Maipelo Mogotsi (Gaborone West)
3.Leo Martin Mlalazi (Educare College)
Best Leo Club of the year
1 .Redcllff Omega Leo Club
2.Chiredzi Omega Leo Club
3.Kyle Collage Alpha Leo Club
Raffles & Tail-twisting
Tail-twisting ZW$1,020 000.00
Raffles ZW$4,050 000.00
Can-shake ZW$ 147000.00
Total Fundraising- ZW$5,217 000.00
1 .Redcllff Omega Leo Club
2.Chiredzi Omega Leo Club
3.Kyle Collage Alpha Leo Club
Raffles & Tail-twisting
Tail-twisting ZW$1,020 000.00
Raffles ZW$4,050 000.00
Can-shake ZW$ 147000.00
Total Fundraising- ZW$5,217 000.00
Dates of the next meetings
First Council Meeting 4-6 August 2006 (Harare West)
Second Council Meeting 8-10 December 2006 (RedCliff Omega)
Convention Easter Holiday
Easter Holiday 2007 (University of Botswana-G/West)
Prepared by Leo Elizabeth Mutsambiwa LDS (2005-06)
Leo Anthony Siyavunda LDP (2005-06)
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