Zimbabwean UFC fighter Themba Gorimbo has gained widespread admiration from his fellow countrymen after being invited to a dinner with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

This honor showcases Gorimbo’s growing influence and recognition beyond the world of sports.

On Facebook, Gorimbo shared a photo of himself with President Ramaphosa, who proudly held up his championship belt.

Recounting the experience, Gorimbo expressed his gratitude, writing, ‘A Zimbabwean has been recognized in a foreign land. I was humbled to be invited to dinner with the President. I even got to mingle in Xhosa with President Matamela at the table. It’s truly a blessing.’

“To be honest. One munhu we Zimbabwe ( from Zimbabwe ) aka recogniswa mu foreign land of South Africa.Ndakadaidzwa ku dinner with the CURRENT SA.Ndika mingler pachi Xhosa na President Matamela pa table .
Ha Mwari uyu ,” he said.