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Bulawayo Bureau
VICE President Kembo Mohadi extended his condolences to the family and friends of liberation hero, Cde Edison Mbedzi, who passed away last Tuesday at the age of 64.
Cde Mbedzi, a resident of Bulawayo’s Waterford suburb, succumbed to a brief illness.
He was laid to rest at the Bulawayo Provincial Heroes Acre on Sunday following a provincial hero conferral.
VP Mohadi visited the residence of the late liberation war hero in Waterford yesterday to extend his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family on behalf of the Government and the nation.
As a mark of respect for the late Cde Mbedzi, who held the position of director in the Ministry of Veterans of the Liberation Struggle, VP Mohadi deemed it essential to pay a personal visit to honour the memory and legacy of the departed hero.
Expressing his sympathies, VP Mohadi said he is deeply saddened by Cde Mbedzi’s passing.
“His unwavering commitment and sacrifices during the liberation war have left an indelible mark on our nation’s history. We mourn his loss and stand in solidarity with his family during this difficult time,” he said.
VP Mohadi noted that not only did they fight alongside each other, but they were also related.
“I did not just come here in my capacity as Vice President, but also as a relative. I was out of the country on national business and only learnt of his death, while I was away. It is only right that I honour him by paying my respects today,” he said.
VP Mohadi highlighted the late Cde Mbedzi’s invaluable contributions to the country, reflecting his dedication to supporting and uplifting his fellow comrades who fought for Zimbabwe’s independence.
“He was a freedom fighter like many of us of that age. We went to war, and he rose through the ranks to that of a Colonel, just like me. After the war and Independence, he worked in Government and served his country well,” he said.
VP Mohadi said his leadership and dedication to the cause of freedom and equality will be deeply missed by all those who had the privilege of working alongside him.
During the visit to the late hero’s residence, VP Mohadi took the opportunity to share memories of the late Cde Mbedzi’s exceptional service and selfless commitment to the liberation struggle.
He acknowledged the profound impact that the late Cde Mbedzi had on the lives of many Zimbabweans and reiterated the Government’s commitment to honouring and preserving the legacy of all liberation war heroes.
Cde Mbedzi is survived by his wife and several children.
Online Reporter