Government says it remains committed to working closely with the church, noting that the church continues to promote peace, unity and national development.

Speaking during the launch of Wewaluba Album by voice of peace Kabwata Seventh Day Adventist church (SDA) Ministry of information and Media Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana in a speech read on his behalf by Ministry of Information and media Director Planning and information Medrine Mbuta says the church continues to be the foundation upon which national development is built.

Mr Kawana explained that the launch of a gospel album is an artistic achievement that carried messages of unity, hope and peace.

He also highlighted the importance of righteousness, compassion and peaceful coexistence ahead of the 13 August general elections.

Mr Kawana also encouraged the church to continue being a voice of peace and reason during the important period we were in.

” Let us reject violence, hate speech and division, instead we must embrace harmony and mutual respect”, he said.

He has since urged the Church to continue supporting government programmes aimed at improving the lives of people because through partnership and collective effort that when we can create a better future for our nation.

He has also applauded the Voice of peace Choir for using their talent to spread positive messages that will uplift many people across communiti