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Trust Khosa, Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub
Caroline Murinda, who held the Miss Zimbabwe title in 1982, has died at the age of 65. She died on Tuesday afternoon in a South African hospital, where she had been receiving treatment.
Family spokesperson Michelle Mukunda confirmed the news.
“She died today after being hospitalised in a South African hospital. She was staying there with her family, and we are still awaiting further details regarding her burial.”
Mukunda added, “The elders are currently deliberating on her burial arrangements, and I will provide you with more information once it becomes available.”
Murinda is survived by two children.
Born and raised in Harare, Murinda rose to prominence after winning the Miss Zimbabwe crown in 1982. She went on to represent the country at the Miss World pageant held at the Royal Albert Hall in London, where she reached the semi-finals and was honoured as Africa’s Queen of Beauty.
Murinda was among the early black women to hold the national title, paving the way for future generations of models and beauty queens.
Funeral arrangements are being finalised by the family.
