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Paradoxically, Zimbabwe is so rich in natural, material and human resources, yet it is plagued by crises due to poor leadership. Providentially, spirituality retains a strong influence in national affairs. Sadly, strategic engagement is missing. Many Christian and traditional leaders neglect active politics while a few engage, and others become national leaders without offering transformational strategies. Despite their failure, spiritual leaders are still trusted and expected to leverage their positions and influence the transformation of Zimbabwe. While the positive contributions of religion to development are appreciated, the continuity of multi-layered political, socio-economic and environmental crises and the mass exodus of Zimbabweans to neighbouring countries, which cause disturbing migration problems, are a wake-up call for transformational leadership. Using literature review and Butzke’s theory of theonomic reciprocity, this article explores lessons from Joseph’s strategic leadership. It finds that, while Joseph was very spiritual, he was also strategic and effective in national governance. In conclusion, spiritual leadership can enhance national transformation if it is strategized. Therefore, it is recommended that Christian leaders emulate Joseph and strategize their spiritual capacities to save Zimbabwe from its present predicament.
Kimion Tagwirei (Wed,) studied this question.