REGION 2 REPORT
LCI DISTRICT 412
LEO DISTRICT 412 1st COUNCIL MEETING
VENUE: THORNHILL HIGH SCHOOL, GWERU, ZIMBABWE
08TH – 10TH AUGUST 2008
Contact #: 0912 513 194 / 023 419 410
E-mails: b.sairai@gmail.com
CLUBS
Leo Club of Harare West Leo Club of Kutama
Leo Club of Peterhouse Leo Club of St Faith
Leo Club of Inyanga Leo Club of St Mary Magdalene
Leo club of Marist Brothers Leo Club – UZ
Leo Club – S.O.S Bindura
INTRODUCTION
I would like to thank my Leo District President, Leo Tinta Mzemba, for according me the opportunity to once again serve on the board. It is a priviledge fellow leos and one that goes a long way into developing me as a member of society. The last four or so months since my appointment have been quiet to say the least due to the anxiety created during our election period. Pre and post election activity derailed my plans to make a visit to some of the outlying areas in my region; mainly being the eastern highlands. I however managed to squeeze my way to some club functions as detailed below;
1. Leo Club of Kutama
The club has been self sufficient with regards to their membership drive. They managed to start a club at St Dominic’s Chishawasha and duly inducted members. I will be visiting this club in the near future to aid with literature and the necessary nurturing they will require. My absence there did not deter the ever active Leo Njabulo (Zone chair) from conducting the induction. On the 26th of July I attended their induction of the incoming board (2008 – 2009).
2. Leo Club of Peterhouse
Though quiet for the better part of the last few months, they have been active in their own regard. LD412 President and I attended their induction luncheon on the 31st of August 2008. Leo Tinta duly inducted them and the occasion was followed up with a rugby match pitting Peterhouse and St Georges. Their patron is Mr Taurai Mhete, 011 585 229.
3. Leo Club of St Faith
No report as I did not manage to neither get hold of them nor attend any of their projects. Mainly due to reasons beyond my control. Have spoken lately to Leo Tatenda who promised a full briefing of their activities at the 1st council meeting at Thornhill. Patron is Lion Mukoyi, 011 734 842 or 0912 496 400.
4. Leo Club of Inyanga
No report – managed to communicate with Lion Willie as the election environment did not permit my presence there. He has assured me that once things get back on track we will work hand in hand to re-energise that part of the region. Lion Willie, 0298 580 / 011 416 872 / 0912 252 958
5. Leo Club of St Marys Magdalene
No report – see Inyanga
6. Leo club of Marist Brothers
No report – see Inyanga
7. Leo Club – S.O.S Bindura
No report – only managed to start communicating with their patron a week go. 0912 746 707
8. Leo Club of Harare West
The club has taken a fresh twist to try redeeming lost pride. The emergence of a new crop of seasoned leos has ignited life back again. From a mere membership of 3-5 leos since the Easter convention, it has grown to 12 members though some are at large or inactive. Adoption of projects has taken place as well as twinning with other clubs. Sponsoring Lions Club is Harare West Lions Club. Leo Advisor is Lion Cynthia Maweni, 0912 289 463.
9. Leo Club – U.Z Campus
This has been one exciting development in Harare to which I was ably assisted by Lions Jona and Dr. Pat. Mapanda. It has faced problems from the on-set but set out not to let these get in their way. Its membership growth seems to be on the increase though their charter and sponsorship status still need attention. Praise and acknowledgement must deservedly go to its President, Leo Pritchard, who has handled a barrage of criticism with such constructiveness. He is surely marked to be a potential Leo leader within the region. Most of their projects have been disrupted by misconceptions regarding their intentions.
OVERVIEW
I am hoping to arrange a workshop for the benefit of clubs all clubs which I have not managed to get reports from but will need a lot of assistance from the Lions in the region. The status of U.Z leo club needs finality as it may deter prospectives from joining. The matter of attending council and convention meeting needs clarity as most leo members are quick to assume that the district has an obligation to finance their way. This is going to form part of my agenda when I visit these clubs and will try to ensure that they adequately fundraise for such. Thank you for the time , Madam Leo President, and may God Bless Zimbabwe.
PREPARED BY:
LEO BRIAN SAIRAI
D412 REGION 2 CHAIRPERSON
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