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Nkomo statue was not approved

Matabeleland South Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Albert Nguluvhe has confirmed the removal of a controversial statue of Joshua Nkomo that had been erected in Maphisa ahead of national Independence Day celebrations…

Published: 18 Apr 2026 at 16:19hrs | 1595 | by Staff reporter

Concerns raised over quality of Nkomo statue

Criticism has emerged over the quality of a newly unveiled statue of late nationalist leader Joshua Nkomo in Maphisa, Matabeleland South, with observers questioning both its craftsmanship and the processes behind its commissioning.The stat…

Published: 17 Apr 2026 at 18:08hrs | 428 | by Staff reporter

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