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Unknown Kuretu declared national hero

The late former Chairperson of the Zimbabwe Ex-Political Prisoners, Detainees and Restrictees Association (ZEPPDRA), Comrade Victor Kuretu, has been officially declared a National Hero.The announcement was made on Saturday at the Kuretu fa…

Published: 10 Aug 2025 at 10:03hrs | 573 | by Staff reporter

Families of newly declared heroes to receive flags

President Emmerson Mnangagwa will present national flags to the families of four posthumously declared National Heroes during this year's Heroes Day commemorations, set for Monday next week.The recipients will be the families of Benjamin B…

Published: 06 Aug 2025 at 09:18hrs | 343 | by Staff reporter

Sydney Gata is no hero

When US president Abraham Lincoln said that one can fool some people sometime, but one cannot fool all the people all the time, he forgot to add that Zanu-PF, as a stalwart, disciplined and principled party has no problem trying to fool al…

Published: 13 Jul 2025 at 11:38hrs | 422 | by Kenneth Mufuka

Mnangagwa explains why Gata was declared national hero

As questions arise among Zimbabweans about why certain individuals who did not directly participate in the liberation struggle are accorded the status of national heroes, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has offered clarity on the matter.Speak…

Published: 09 Jul 2025 at 14:57hrs | 1374 | by Staff reporter

Gata declared national hero

ZESA Holdings executive chairperson, Dr Sydney Gata, who passed away last Thursday in Harare after a short illness, has been declared a national hero and will be buried at the National Heroes Acre on Wednesday.Dr Gata, aged 79 at the time …

Published: 05 Jul 2025 at 17:50hrs | 1299 | by Staff reporter

Dead in 1973, declared hero in 2018, grave still empty since 2023

An unfilled grave tucked just metres from a homestead in Hwedza has become a symbol of grief, broken promises, and fading hope for the Chadoka family. For years, they have waited for the remains of their late relative, Elias Chadoka - a li…

Published: 10 May 2025 at 17:50hrs | 659 | by Staff reporter

Njani Moyo only accorded liberation hero status

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has conferred Liberation Hero Status on the late veteran of Zimbabwe's liberation struggle, Elias Sikholiwe Njani Moyo, who passed away on April 26 at the age of 100.Moyo, a revered nationalist and long-time me…

Published: 01 May 2025 at 16:56hrs | 2684 | by Staff reporter

Daniel Chapo courts Zimbabwe investors at ZITF

Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo has emphasized the importance of expanding economic cooperation between Mozambique and Zimbabwe, calling for more robust trade relations and foreign direct investment (FDI) at the opening of the …

Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:31hrs | 122 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to bury 2 colleagues on Wednesday

A double burial for two national heroes, Brigadier-General (Retired) Victor Rungani and former Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) director Walter Basopo, has been tentatively scheduled for Wednesday at the National Heroes Acre in Hara…

Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:30hrs | 548 | by Staff reporter

ZIDA issues US$4,7 billion licences

Zimbabwe has recorded a major boost in investment interest, with the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) issuing 207 new licences worth a combined US$4.7 billion during the first quarter of 2025. The figures, contained in ZID…

Published: 26 Apr 2025 at 09:36hrs | 123 | by Staff reporter

National hero status for ex-CIO

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has posthumously conferred national hero status on Retired Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) Director Walter Basopo, a decorated liberation war veteran and career intelligence officer who passed away rece…

Published: 26 Apr 2025 at 09:35hrs | 308 | by Staff reporter

National hero status for Rungani

President Mnangagwa has conferred national hero status on two veteran freedom fighters, Retired Brigadier-General Victor Rungani and Basopo, in honour of their significant contributions during and after Zimbabwe's liberation struggle.Brig-…

Published: 26 Apr 2025 at 09:34hrs | 258 | by Staff reporter

Tinaye Chigudu declared national hero

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has paid tribute to veteran liberation fighter and former Manicaland Governor, Tinaye Elisha Nzirasha Chigudu, describing him as a "principled cadre" whose unwavering commitment to Zimbabwe's independence and g…

Published: 07 Feb 2025 at 17:22hrs | 636 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga to bury Mupamhanga

Acting President Dr. Constantino Chiwenga will today preside over the burial of national hero Justin Mupamhanga at the National Heroes Acre in Harare. He will stand in for President Mnangagwa, who is currently on annual leave.The national …

Published: 27 Jan 2025 at 08:19hrs | 342 | by Staff reporter

Mashonaland pushes for National hero status for Chenhamo

Mashonaland Central Province has formally requested the ruling Zanu PF party to declare the late Chenhamo (Chen) Chimutengwende, a former government minister and senior party official, a national hero. The application was submitted to the …

Published: 18 Jan 2025 at 06:40hrs | 476 | by Staff reportetr

Mphoko refused to be buried alongside 'corrupt people, thieves, and murderers'?

A high-profile memorial service for the late former Vice President Phelekezela Report Mphoko is being held this morning at Charles Gumbo Barracks (formerly Cranborne Barracks) in Harare. Mphoko, who passed away in India on December 6 at th…

Published: 13 Dec 2024 at 12:47hrs | 999 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's body expected tomorrow

The body of the late former Vice-President and national hero, Phelekezela Mphoko, is expected to arrive in Zimbabwe from India tomorrow. The announcement was made by Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Judith Ncube during a…

Published: 11 Dec 2024 at 06:37hrs | 524 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's body expected this week from India

The body of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko, who passed away in India last Friday at the age of 84, is being repatriated this week, with arrangements coordinated by Zimbabwean and Indian authorities.Mphoko, a liberation war vetera…

Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:47hrs | 264 | by Staff reporter

Phelekezela Mphoko aka Report Ndlovu: A pioneer freedom fighter

THE late former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko was one of the pioneer freedom fighters of our armed struggle. He joined the armed struggle soon after being released from prison and was immediately sent for military training in the then-…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:55hrs | 184 | by Brigadier-General (Rtd) Abel Mazinyane

Mphoko died in India

The repatriation of the body of the late national hero, Report Phelekezela Mphoko, has officially commenced, with the Zimbabwean Government confirming that it is taking all necessary steps to ensure the process is completed as swiftly as p…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:52hrs | 442 | by Staff reporter

Tributes pour in for hero Mphoko

Zimbabwe is mourning the passing of former Vice President and decorated liberation war hero, Phelekezela Report Mphoko, who died in India on Friday at the age of 84.The late national hero, remembered as a patriot who dedicated his life to …

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:48hrs | 67 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa declares Mphoko a national hero

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of former Vice President and liberation war stalwart, Ambassador Phelekezela Mphoko, who succumbed to a long illness. Mnangagwa described Mphoko as a versatile an…

Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 17:41hrs | 1247 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa mourns Pathisa Nyathi, but....

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed profound sorrow following the passing of revered historian and educationist Pathisa Nyathi, describing his death as an irreplaceable loss to Zimbabwe's cultural and historical legacy. Nyathi passe…

Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 15:48hrs | 1719 | by Staff reporter

Someone called Chirinda declared national hero

The Zanu-PF Politburo has posthumously conferred national hero status on Jaison William Chezhira Chakaipa Chirinda, recognizing his pivotal role in the early stages of Zimbabwe's liberation struggle. The decision was made at an Extraordina…

Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 06:49hrs | 1291 | by Staff reporter

Mohadi mourns Edison Mbedzi

Vice President Kembo Mohadi yesterday visited the Mbedzi family in Bulawayo to offer his condolences following the death of liberation hero Edison Mbedzi, who passed away last Tuesday at the age of 64 after a short illness. Mbedzi, a resid…

Published: 12 Oct 2024 at 11:17hrs | 547 | by Staff reporter

Tshinga Dube to be buried at National Heroes Acre against his will

Former minister and liberation struggle stalwart Tshinga Dube, who passed away last week in Bulawayo, will be buried tomorrow at the National Heroes Acre in Harare, despite his expressed wish to be laid to rest at Lady Stanley Cemetery in …

Published: 08 Oct 2024 at 19:34hrs | 2408 | by Staff reporter

Tshinga Dube declared national hero

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has officially conferred national hero status on Retired Colonel Tshinga Dube, a respected liberation icon and pioneer freedom fighter. The announcement was made by Zanu-PF national chairperson, Oppah Muchingur…

Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 17:20hrs | 1880 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF leaders gather at Tshinga Dube's residence

ZANU-PF national chairperson Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri has arrived at the residence of Retired Colonel Tshinga Dube in Killarney to pay her respects to the family following his passing yesterday.Muchinguri-Kashiri is set to convey a special…

Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 17:08hrs | 560 | by Staff reporter

Tshinga Dube dies

Colonel (Retired) Tshinga Dube, a prominent figure in Zimbabwe's liberation history and a decorated war veteran, passed away on October 3, 2024, at the age of 83. His son, Vusa Dube, confirmed the news, revealing that his father succumbed …

Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 08:52hrs | 1636 | by Staff reporter

Capital Markets Braille handbook launched

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SecZim) on Tuesday launched a Braille handbook to promote capital market literacy among the visually impaired. The move aims to enhance the understanding of capital markets for people wit…

Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 08:25hrs | 49 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe war heroes' graves in Zambia, Mozambique desecrated

Recent reports have revealed a distressing situation regarding the graveyards of liberation war heroes, particularly those located in Zambia and Mozambique, which have been desecrated as farming activities have encroached upon these sacred…

Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 08:24hrs | 270 | by Staff reporter

John Mbedzi declared national hero posthumously

President Mnangagwa has posthumously honored Beitbridge liberation struggle icon and former Zanu-PF chairperson for Matabeleland South, John Mbedzi, with national hero status.Mbedzi passed away on June 13, 1987, in Beitbridge, and was laid…

Published: 14 Sep 2024 at 12:02hrs | 247 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga calls for national unity

Acting President Dr. Constantino Chiwenga delivered a heartfelt address today at the burial of Brigadier General (Rtd) Shadreck Dingaan Ndabambi, extending condolences on behalf of the nation, the Government, and President Emmerson Mnangag…

Published: 04 Sep 2024 at 15:22hrs | 1421 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga to bury Dingani Kimathi today

Acting President Constantino Chiwenga is set to preside over the burial of the late national hero, Brigadier General (Retired) Shadreck Dingaan Ndabambi, at the National Heroes Acre in Harare. Brig-Gen Ndabambi, who passed away at his farm…

Published: 04 Sep 2024 at 07:49hrs | 302 | by Staff reporter

Brigadier General Ndabambi to be buried tomorrow

Brigadier General (Rtd) Shadreck Dingaan Ndabambi, who passed away last week, will be interred at the National Heroes Acre tomorrow.The Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage announced that Vice President Cde Dr Constantino Chiweng…

Published: 03 Sep 2024 at 18:53hrs | 589 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's nostalgic moment

President Mnangagwa recently revisited the Nanjing Army Command College, where he had trained in 1964 with four fellow Zimbabweans. This visit was a nostalgic reflection on his journey from a revolutionary trainee to the President of an in…

Published: 02 Sep 2024 at 11:24hrs | 328 | by Staff reporter

New 'smart city' project for Bubi

A new "smart city" project is set to be developed in Nkenyane, Ward 14, approximately 20km north of Bulawayo in Bubi, Matabeleland North Province. This initiative aims to modernize the rural district through improved infrastructure and inc…

Published: 02 Sep 2024 at 11:23hrs | 498 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo housing stands unaffordable for many

The escalating demand for family housing in Bulawayo has driven housing stand prices beyond many people's reach, as the local authority struggles to provide enough land for the growing number of home seekers on its official waiting list. T…

Published: 02 Sep 2024 at 11:22hrs | 569 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's govt, Ndabambi family meet over hero's burial

Family representatives of Brigadier General (Retired) Shadreck Dingani Ndabambi, who passed away last Wednesday at his farm in Glendale, Mashonaland Central, will meet with government officials today to set a burial date. Brig Gen Ndabambi…

Published: 02 Sep 2024 at 11:20hrs | 334 | by Staff reporter

Ndabambi declared national hero

President Mnangagwa has conferred national hero status on Brigadier-General (Retired) Shadreck Dingani Ndabambi, who passed away on Wednesday after collapsing at his farm in Glendale, Mashonaland Central province. Ndabambi, a respected mil…

Published: 01 Sep 2024 at 10:11hrs | 188 | by Staff reporter

'Heroes' widows struggling'

Thousands of people from Masvingo province gathered at Masvingo Provincial Acre on August 12, 2024 to pay tribute to the heroes who passed away and celebrate the legacy of those who are still alive.Among them were widows and family members…

Published: 24 Aug 2024 at 12:49hrs | 260 | by Staff reporter

Brigadier-General burial tomorrow

National hero Brigadier-General (Retired) Elasto Madzingira, who passed away on August 8 at the age of 65, will be buried tomorrow at the National Heroes Acre. President Mnangagwa will preside over the burial ceremony. Minister of Home Aff…

Published: 20 Aug 2024 at 10:30hrs | 202 | by Staff reporter

Another Brigadier-General declared national hero in Zimbabwe

Brigadier-General (Retired) Elasto Madzingira has been declared a national hero following his passing on August 8 at the age of 65 after a short illness. The announcement was made by Minister of State for Harare Metropolitan Provincial Aff…

Published: 19 Aug 2024 at 06:58hrs | 778 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa buried a hero who was forgotten while he lived

Makhethi Ndebele, better known as Jack Mpofu, was a towering figure in Zimbabwe's liberation struggle.He passed away on July 27, 2024, at his home in Cowdray Park, Bulawayo, at the age of 82. His death serves as a tragic reminder of how a …

Published: 06 Aug 2024 at 10:42hrs | 2398 | by Staff reporter

National Hero 'Jack Mpofu' burial tomorrow

Makhethi Ndebele, a late National Hero and former member of the ZPRA High Command known as Jack Mpofu, will be buried tomorrow at the National Heroes Acre in Harare, with President Mnangagwa presiding over the ceremony.The Ministry of Home…

Published: 04 Aug 2024 at 14:05hrs | 200 | by Staff reporter

Ex-Zipra member declared national hero

General (Retired) Makhethi Ndebele, also known by his pseudonym Jack Mpofu, has been declared a national hero. Mpofu, a former member of the Zimbabwe People's Revolutionary Army (ZIPRA) High Command and a pioneer liberation fighter, p…

Published: 03 Aug 2024 at 12:25hrs | 189 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Heroes Day, Defence Forces Day prep in high gear

Preparations for the 2024 Heroes Day Commemorations and Zimbabwe Defence Forces Day Celebrations are well underway. The Minister of Defence and War Veterans Affairs, Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri, reported that the total number of national hero…

Published: 24 Jul 2024 at 11:14hrs | 376 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Heroes Acre filling up quickly

President Mnangagwa has conferred national hero status on Brigadier-General (Retired) Michael Chaminuka and the late Brigadier-General (Retired) Lameck Mutanda. Brig-Gen Chaminuka, who passed away on July 13 at Borrowdale Trauma Centre, wi…

Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 06:06hrs | 451 | by Staff reporter

Hero emerges after Falcon College tragic bus accident

IN the aftermath of a horrific bus accident on the Bulawayo-Gwanda Highway, a Falcon College learner emerged an unlikely hero.On that tragic afternoon of June 16, tragedy struck as the bus carrying the school's rugby team back from a match…

Published: 13 Jul 2024 at 11:38hrs | 117 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to bury Mutsvunguma today

The body of national hero Retired Brigadier-General Romeo Daniel Mutsvunguma arrived at Charles Gumbo Barracks in Harare yesterday, in preparation for his burial ceremony today at the National Heroes Acre. President Mnangagwa will pre…

Published: 01 Jul 2024 at 04:04hrs | 25 | by Staff reporter

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