Story by Godfrey M. Bonda
HARARE – Today, President Dr. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa urged Zimbabweans to live with patriotism, professionalism and a spirit of service as the country buried two of its heroes at the National Heroes Acre.
Speaking during the burial of Major General (Rtd) Richard Ruwodo, the President described him as a brave son of Zimbabwe. He said Cde Ruwodo played a key role in defending the country’s sovereignty during the liberation struggle and later helped build a professional Zimbabwe Defence Forces.
The President also paid tribute to Professor Emeritus Herbert Chinyanga, who was honoured as a National Hero for his outstanding contribution to healthcare and medical training. Both men, he said, left legacies that all Zimbabweans should emulate.
President Mnangagwa challenged citizens in every sector, including teachers, doctors, engineers and innovators, to put national interests first and use their skills to develop Zimbabwe. He said the country needs home-grown solutions to advance industrialisation and modernisation under the Second Republic.
He added that Vision 2030 remains on course and will be achieved through unity, hard work and collective effort. The Government, he reaffirmed, remains committed to people-centred programmes that improve lives while preserving the values of the liberation struggle for future generations.
