Apollonia Munzverengwi is a Zimbabwean politician who serves as the Provincial Affairs Minister and is a member of parliament representing Mashonaland East. She is a member of ZANU–PF.[1][2][3]
Background
Early life
Munzverengwi was born on February 12, 1973, in Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe. She grew up in a family of six children and was raised by her parents, who were both farmers.[2][3]
Career
Munzverengwi started her career as a teacher and later became a politician. She joined the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF) party and rose through the ranks to become a prominent figure in the party. She was appointed Provincial Affairs Minister and Member of Parliament representing Mashonaland East in 2018.[2][3]
Electoral history
Munzverengwi was elected as the Member of Parliament for Mashonaland East in 2018, representing ZANU-PF.[2]
Achievements
Some of Munzverengwi's notable achievements include:
Improving access to education and healthcare in Mashonaland East constituency
Supporting agricultural development and empowering local farmers
Advocating for women's rights and gender equality
Promoting youth empowerment and entrepreneurship
Personal life
Munzverengwi is married and has three children. She is a member of the Methodist Church.
Allegations
In 2019, Munzverengwi was involved in a scandal after her semi-nude pictures leaked onto social media, which she claimed was due to her phone being hacked.[3]