Youth conference of Gundo Zion Apostolics

By Elmon Tshikhudo

The Gundo Zion Apostolic Church, with its headquarters at Masakona village outside Louis Trichardt, led by Archbishop Azwianewi Lesly Ramalamula, held its annual Youth Conference at Saulsville in Pretoria from 25 to 26 February.

This conference is one of the most important events on the church’s calendar. Held under the theme “The Importance of Listening to the Voice of God”, the conference drew many youths from all corners of the country.

Archbishop Ramalamula said the conference was aimed at spiritually reviving youths and guiding them on issues of life. “The youth of today are overwhelmed with the challenges they face in their daily lives. Many are not making it in life because of a lack of advice. We cannot as a church sit and pretend as if nothing is happening. We also roped in some experts to come and speak to them on issues relating to careers,” he said.

One of the guest speakers, Colonel Abel Mudzweda, warned the youths about the dangers of using drugs and talked about gender-based violence. “The ever-increasing prevalence of gender-based violence is becoming a source of great concern in our communities. The most worrying factor is that people are dying in silence. Please speak out, so that you can get help,” he said.

The Gundo Zion Apostolic Church’s youth president, Lufuno Mukwevho, urged the young people to work hard to change their lives for the better. “Education is the only key that can unlock the gates to a brighter future. Those of you who are not good academically, there are still doors open for you. You can start your own businesses. You are the only ones who can change your tomorrow. Above all, put God first in everything you do,” he said.