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Matatu's elevation sparks murmurs among some former Zanla commanders

Former Zipra commander General Emmanuel Matatu has officially taken over as head of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF), following the retirement of General Philip Valerio Sibanda on November 21. The investiture was presided over by Presiden…

Published: 03 Dec 2025 at 09:21hrs | 3383 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa promotes Emmanuel Matatu to full general

President Emmerson Mnangagwa, the Commander-in-Chief of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF), on Monday presented newly appointed ZDF Commander General Emmanuel Matatu with epaulettes bearing the insignia of a full General, formalising his pr…

Published: 02 Dec 2025 at 16:13hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga's military uniform sparks speculation

General Emmanuel Matatu formally assumed command of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) on Monday, succeeding General Phillip Valerio Sibanda during a handover-takeover ceremony at Charles Gumbo Barracks, formerly One Commando Barracks.The e…

Published: 27 Nov 2025 at 07:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Lt-Gen Matatu takes over the reins at ZDF

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has promoted Lieutenant-General Emmanuel Matatu to the rank of General and appointed him as Commander of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF), effective November 21, following the retirement of General Philip Vale…

Published: 22 Nov 2025 at 13:03hrs | | by Staff reporter

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Matatu's elevation sparks murmurs among some former Zanla commanders

Mnangagwa promotes Emmanuel Matatu to full general

Chiwenga's military uniform sparks speculation

Lt-Gen Matatu takes over the reins at ZDF

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