Pensioners lobby group petitions Mugabe

The Zimbabwe National Government Pensioners' Organisation has requested President Robert Mugabe to be their patron and represent their interests at a time many of them are living like paupers despite having served the country for many years.

The organisation which is made up of retired civil servants has bemoaned lack of representation in government and is challenging amounts that pensioners were getting.

The organisation's aim is to ensure that pensioners are empowered to improve their living standards and recognized for their service.