The Zimbabwe government has stepped up programs to help war veterans as the country nears its April 18 independence celebration, marking 45 years of freedom. Last Saturday, they gave liberation fighter Cde Murambiwa Mujuru the keys to a new three-bedroom house in Murehwa. President Mnangagwa started this home-building program through the Presidential War Veterans Fund to improve the lives of those who fought for freedom.
This fits into what the government calls its Second Republic plans—they want to honor the people who risked everything for Zimbabwe's independence. The upcoming Uhuru celebrations in Gokwe highlight how important these fighters remain to the country today. Government and Zanu PF officials attended the ceremony where Mujuru received his house keys.
Mujuru felt deeply moved by the gift. He said the house gave him security and dignity he never expected. He thanked President Mnangagwa, Special Presidential Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara, and war veteran leaders for their help. Zanu PF War Veterans League chair for Mashonaland East, Cde Daniel Matengo, explained they picked Mujuru because he really needed better living conditions.
At the ceremony, Dr Tungwarara mentioned that workers built the house in just three weeks. He called Cde Daniel Garwe to get the land and then quickly sent his team to finish construction. The project aims to restore dignity to people who fought selflessly for Zimbabwe. The event also launched the Presidential War Veterans Fund in Mashonaland East Province.
Cde Douglas Mahiya, who serves as Zanu PF Secretary for War Veterans, War Collaborators, Ex-Detainees, and Restrictees, stressed how these programs matter as Independence Day approaches. He said the President sent Dr Tungwarara to hand over the house because they want to recognize the huge sacrifices veterans made.
The Presidential War Veterans Fund helps former fighters with housing, money, and social support. The government has promised more programs to ensure that veterans and their families can live with comfort and dignity. They have already set aside US$1.5 million for the fund, giving each province US$150,000 to help veterans start businesses through interest-free loans.
This fits into what the government calls its Second Republic plans—they want to honor the people who risked everything for Zimbabwe's independence. The upcoming Uhuru celebrations in Gokwe highlight how important these fighters remain to the country today. Government and Zanu PF officials attended the ceremony where Mujuru received his house keys.
Mujuru felt deeply moved by the gift. He said the house gave him security and dignity he never expected. He thanked President Mnangagwa, Special Presidential Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara, and war veteran leaders for their help. Zanu PF War Veterans League chair for Mashonaland East, Cde Daniel Matengo, explained they picked Mujuru because he really needed better living conditions.
At the ceremony, Dr Tungwarara mentioned that workers built the house in just three weeks. He called Cde Daniel Garwe to get the land and then quickly sent his team to finish construction. The project aims to restore dignity to people who fought selflessly for Zimbabwe. The event also launched the Presidential War Veterans Fund in Mashonaland East Province.
Cde Douglas Mahiya, who serves as Zanu PF Secretary for War Veterans, War Collaborators, Ex-Detainees, and Restrictees, stressed how these programs matter as Independence Day approaches. He said the President sent Dr Tungwarara to hand over the house because they want to recognize the huge sacrifices veterans made.
The Presidential War Veterans Fund helps former fighters with housing, money, and social support. The government has promised more programs to ensure that veterans and their families can live with comfort and dignity. They have already set aside US$1.5 million for the fund, giving each province US$150,000 to help veterans start businesses through interest-free loans.
