✔ “The construction of a new place of worship, along with the love and unity shown by Jehovah’s Witnesses, is a jewel in the community, worthy of imitation by other churches.”​—The local chief in Chabwenzi.

✔ “What I admire most about the Witnesses is their unity. We started building our church ten years ago, but it is still under construction​—and its completion is nowhere in sight. I would like to thank you for erecting such a beautiful facility in our area.”​—The village headman in Chigwenembe.

✔ “It’s amazing to see the way you work. You are so quick and yet so neat! You must be very united.”​—The local chief in Chiuzira.

However, Mrs. Liness Chikaoneka, the local headwoman, worked very hard to convince officials to sign the permits.”

One day, Mrs. Chikaoneka accompanied an elder to get a permit signed. “I want the Witnesses to build their Kingdom Hall in my village,” she told the official. “They are good people. I have never had to solve any difficulties involving them in my traditional court.” The official duly signed the papers.

Mrs. Chikaoneka was elated when the Kingdom Hall was dedicated. “I am very happy and proud,” she said, “to have this beautiful building in my village!”