Temba Mliswa Appeals To Government To Help Miss Universe Zimbabwe Roseanna Hall Secure US Visa
Former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa has appealed to the Zimbabwean Government to urgently intervene in Miss Universe Zimbabwe representative Roseanna Hall’s visa difficulties, warning that she could miss the opportunity to compete in Puerto Rico.
Mliswa said Hall’s participation in the international pageant was about more than personal achievement, arguing that she was carrying the country’s identity and national pride onto the global stage.
In a statement posted on his X account, he urged authorities to explore diplomatic solutions to ensure that the beauty queen can travel and represent Zimbabwe at the competition.
Mliswa Says Roseanna Hall Is Carrying Zimbabwe’s Pride
Mliswa expressed disappointment that Hall was spending time trying to secure a visa instead of preparing for the competition alongside other contestants.
“It is deeply saddening that Rossana Hall, our Miss Universe Zimbabwe representative, finds herself fighting for a visa instead of preparing alongside fellow contestants for the competition in Puerto Rico,” he said.
He said her participation would provide an opportunity to showcase Zimbabwe’s culture, tourism and identity while also bringing international attention to Shurugwi, her home area.
“This is bigger than Roseanna. She is carrying the hopes, identity and pride of a nation. Her participation presents an opportunity to showcase Zimbabwe, put Shurugwi on the global map, and give our country, SADC and Africa a platform through which to tell our story,” he wrote.
The former legislator argued that Hall should not be left to deal with the situation alone, given the national significance of her participation.
Calls For Diplomatic Intervention
Mliswa called on Government to engage relevant authorities and explore possible arrangements that could help Hall overcome the visa obstacles.
He also questioned why American foreign policy restrictions should stand in the way of an international event taking place in Puerto Rico.
He urged the Miss Universe Organisation to intervene, saying the situation required diplomacy, engagement and creative solutions.
“If special diplomatic facilitation is required, let us explore it. If diplomatic status or a special arrangement can help, let it be considered. We must be prepared to go the extra mile,” Mliswa said.
He maintained that contestants representing their countries at international competitions also serve as ambassadors who promote their nations’ interests, culture and tourism.
‘Zimbabwe Walks With Her’-Mliswa
Mliswa further stressed that Hall’s opportunity to compete should be treated as a matter of national interest rather than an individual struggle.
He called on Zimbabweans and the authorities to rally behind the beauty queen, saying her success would also be a source of pride for the country.
“Let us not make Roseanna fight this battle alone. Her success is our success. When she walks onto that stage, Zimbabwe walks with her,” he wrote.
He ended his appeal with a direct message to Government, urging it to take action before Hall loses the opportunity to participate.
“Government, let us act. This is our daughter, our representative and our national pride,” Mliswa said.
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