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Govt mobilises 162 buses for Heroes Day celebrations

The Heroes Day commemorations will be held under the theme

By Staff Reporter Jul. 22, 2026

Govt mobilises 162 buses for Heroes Day celebrations

Govt caps August vacation school period, fees for exam classes

The ministry has ring-fenced two public holidays — Heroes Day on August 11, and Defence Forces Day on August 12 August — during which no lessons may be conducted.

By Azriel Chimeno Jun. 17, 2026

Govt caps August vacation school period, fees for exam classes

John Landa Nkomo Memorial Trust Commemorates Heroes Day and Defence Forces Day

By Staff Reporter Aug. 13, 2025

African Nationalism: A template for true African heroism

This also extended to stopping the looting and plunder of the continent’s resources.

By Richard Runyararo Mahomva Aug. 11, 2025

African Nationalism: A template for true African heroism

The struggle after the struggle

Our heroes envisioned a nation where every citizen would have access to quality education, healthcare and employment opportunities.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Aug. 11, 2025

Zenda narrates heroes road to Uhuru through art

VISUAL artist Keith Zenda (KZ) says his works celebrate the rich cultural heritage and traditional practices of “our beautiful country”.

By Tendai Sauta Aug. 11, 2025

Zenda narrates heroes road to Uhuru through art

A salute to our heroes, heroines

The Heroes Day, which is celebrated every second Monday of August, will be running for the 45th time since independence.

By Newsday Aug. 11, 2025

Creatives speak on Heroes Day

Creatives have a vital role to play in shaping this evolving narrative through music, film, poetry, visual arts and theatre.

By Tendai Sauta Aug. 11, 2025

Ex-Zipra commander worried about ex-fighters’ ‘rising unexplained deaths’

Andrew Ndlovu, a former Regional Zone Commander in Northern Front 2 (NF2) during the liberation war, says the rate at which veterans are dying is deeply concerning.

By Sharon Sibindi Aug. 10, 2025