President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has promoted 25 Air Force of Zimbabwe officers to the ranks of Air Commodore, Group Captain and Wing Commander. The officers were promoted in line with section 15 (3) B of the Defence Act, Chapter 11.02 with effect from November 10.
Conferring the ranks to air commodores and group captains, Air Force of Zimbabwe Commander Air Marshal Perrance Shiri said the officers deserved the recognition because they successfully exemplified themselves.
His Excellency, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces Cde Emmerson Mnangagwa found it fit to promote the officers after recommendations had been made from the defence headquarters and the Ministry of Defence,” he said.
“Promotions come with greater responsibilities and the span of control is actually increased.
“You are expected to provide leadership. You ought to be very strict, fair and frank when dealing with your subordinates as well as your seniors.”
To those who were promoted Air Commodores, Air Marshal Shiri said as air officers in the command element, their conduct should be exemplary.