Online Reporter
Richard Muponde
Zimpapers Politics Hub
The official lighting of the Independence Torch will take place at the Museum of Human Sciences in Harare this Wednesday, the Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage has announced.
The torch will be taken for a stop-over ceremony in Kwekwe where it will officially be presented to Midlands Provincial leadership at Mutapa Hall on Thursday.
Vice President General (Retired) Dr Constantino Chiwenga will preside over the event.
On April 17, the official lighting of the torch will take place at Sikombela Detention Camp before being relayed to the main venue in Nembudziya by torch-bearers.
Vice President Colonel (Retired) Kembo Mohadi will lead the proceedings.
The Zimbabwe Independence Flame is an enduring symbol of the country’s struggle for freedom and its commitment to building a better future for all its citizens.
As the flame continues to burn brightly, it serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought for our Independence and as a beacon of hope for generations to come. -@nuponderichard
