Thousands Brave Weather for Zimbabwe’s 46th Independence Celebrations in Maphisa

Vusumuzi Dube in Maphisa

Thousands of Zimbabweans have braved the rainy weather conditions to attend the country’s 46th Independence Day celebrations being held at Maphisa Stadium in Matobo District, Matabeleland South Province.

The commemorations, running under the theme “Zim@46: Unity and Development Towards Vision 2030,” have drawn people from across the province and beyond, reflecting a strong spirit of patriotism and national pride despite the chilly and wet conditions.

Over 50 000 people are expected to attend the celebrations.

This year’s national event marks a significant moment for Matabeleland South, as the province hosts the main Independence celebrations amid a wave of infrastructural developments that have transformed Maphisa and surrounding areas in preparation for the historic occasion.

President Mnangagwa is expected to give a keynote address.

Later in the day footballing giants Highlanders and Scottland are expected to clash in the Independence Cup.