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the National Action Plan for Orphans and Vulnerable Children.
The position will see Mabhena working closely with Unicef on advocacy to protect children from all forms of violence, particularly children with disabilities.

Unicef country representative Dr Peter Salama said: “This appointment is in recognition of Prudence’s bold endeavours to use her vocal talent to speak on behalf of millions of Zimbabwean children.
“Her voice has provoked positive actions for children and has helped move Unicef’s work in Zimbabwe,” he said.
In a Press release, Unicef said Prudence has been given the befitting appointment in recognition of her genuine commitment to communicating strong and clear messages advocating for the rights of children with different forms of disability.

“In being appointed as a national goodwill ambassador, she joins local singer legend Oliver Mtukudzi, appointed three months ago as regional goodwill ambassador for Unicef, in using music to highlight issues affecting children in Zimbabwe and in the region,” reads the release.
Born with a condition called arthrogryphosis, which has confined her to wheelchair, Prudence has allowed her personal story to highlight the continued stigmatisation and exclusion of children with disabilities in society.

“Her music reflects on the neglect she experienced by her parents because of her condition and encourages love and protection of all children regardless of their physical condition.
“In the Oscar-winning documentary film, ‘Music by Prudence’, Prudence relieves her many hardships in life to encourage and empower young people living with disabilities,” reads the press release.

Since 2005, Prudence has performed as lead vocalist of the Liyana band, an afro-fusion band composed of children with different forms of disabilities.
They have toured Sweden, Holland and Belgium with her music after winning a prize in the International Music Crossroads.