ZPCS Boss Urges Male Officers to Build Strong Families for Better Service
ZIMBABWE Prisons and Correctional Services (ZPCS) Commissioner-General, Dr Moses Chihobvu has urged male officers to prioritize building strong families to strengthen their performance at work.
Speaking at a forum for male correctional officers in Harare, the Dr Chihobvu emphasized the importance of discipline, dignity, and integrity in both personal and professional lives.
The theme of the forum was “Building Strong Officers through Strong Families”. The Commissioner-General highlighted the multiple roles male officers play as professionals, leaders, husbands, fathers, brothers, and community members, and encouraged them to maintain a balance between work and family life.
He reminded officers that their behavior, both at work and in the community, reflects on the institution and urged them to conduct themselves with discipline and respect. “A disciplined officer at work must also be a disciplined citizen in society,” he said.
The Commissioner-General also emphasized the importance of marriage and family responsibility, urging husbands to be supportive partners and fathers. “Marriage is not a competition, but a partnership,” he said.
“A successful marriage requires honesty, undying commitment, and selfless love, with Jesus at the center.”
He advised officers to prioritize financial management and budgeting, warning against unnecessary debt and reckless spending. “When families manage money wisely, conflict is reduced, and stability is strengthened,” he said.
The ZPCS boss also condemned domestic violence, emphasizing that it has no place in homes or in the Service. “True strength lies in self-control, patience, and dialogue,” he said.
He urged officers to be role models in society, teaching their children discipline, good morals, and honesty. “A child raised in a stable home becomes a responsible citizen,” he said.
The Commissioner-General also warned officers against drug and substance abuse, saying it affects health, discipline, family stability, and professional conduct. He encouraged early intervention, peer support, and counseling.
In conclusion, the Commissioner-General challenged officers to reflect on their conduct, family life, and legacy, saying, “A strong Service is built by strong families. A disciplined institution is sustained by disciplined officers.”
