War vets sound alarm over rising deaths, neglect
LEADERS of liberation struggle veterans have expressed concern over a surge in deaths among ex-combatants, blaming rising poverty and neglect as contributory factors.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Apr. 13, 2026
Poet honours missing war hero uncle through independence tribute
Through Homeage, Tanyanyiwa seeks to reconnect with his uncle’s memory while honouring all those who participated in the struggle.
By Alfred Tembo
Apr. 12, 2026
Cry, my beloved Zimbabwe
They refused to be swayed by the offer of wealth and privilege to renounce their lofty principles and usher in genuine freedom and independence for all the people of Zimbabwe.
By Agrippah Mutambara
Apr. 1, 2026
War was about one man, one vote: Chiwenga
According to Chiwenga, all other grievances that triggered the liberation war were fundamentally rooted in the need to achieve self-determination and access to land.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 23, 2026
Geza exits the stage: The unfinished work of liberation
Blessed Runesu Geza, known to many as Comrade Bombshell, died in the early hours of 6 February 2026 at a cardiac hospital in South Africa. A war veteran of Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle,
By Phillan Zamchiya
Feb. 9, 2026
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War vets petition Parly demanding more recognition
The petition was referred to the portfolio committee on defence, gome affairs, security services and war veterans’ affairs for consideration.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Oct. 19, 2025
We haven't tasted real freedom: Zapu veterans
THE Sibangilizwe Nkomo-led opposition Zapu has hit out at the government for failing to look after veterans of Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle.
By Silas Nkala
Aug. 13, 2025
War Vets ministry employee in US$77K scam
Gurira, 38, from Unit C, Seke, Chitungwiza, is accused of misusing his position to facilitate fraudulent land deals
By Rejoice Phiri
Oct. 7, 2024
Govt launches war vet mop-up vetting exercise
Vetting teams made up of representatives of all major transit camps would be available in all provinces for the exercise.
By Nizbert Moyo
Sep. 25, 2024
