Masvingo celebrates 45 years of Independence

George Maponga in Nemanwa

Hundreds of people have braved the cold weather and thronged Nemanwa Grounds in Masvingo District to celebrate 45 years of independence amid pomp and fanfare.

The celebrations are being held at Nemanwa Growth Point in line with the Second Republic’s devolution agenda to take key national programmes to all corners of the country.

Proceedings to mark the festivities started around 10am with the huge crowd witnessing the arrival of service chiefs that were led by 4 Infantry Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Obert Tshuma.

Guest of honour and Minister of State for Masvingo Provincial Affairs and Devolution Ezra Chadzamira arrived to cheers from the crowd and inspected the parade.

Also in attendance is Permanent Secretary for Masvingo Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Dr Addmore Pazvakavambwa and other senior Government officials.

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