By Zivaishe Dudzo

Speaking during the burial of late National Hero Colonel (RETD) Kenny Constantine Mubaya, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said the Second Republic was driving efforts to heal those affect by disturbances during the early years of independence.

“Presently, the Second Republic is driving the efforts to find closure and healing for the scars from the disturbances that characterised the early years of our independence through various mechanisms, including initiatives led by our Traditional Leaders and communities, we are addressing the Gukurahundi matter. Emboldened by the Fact that we are one people strengthened by our diversity and the spirit of love, inclusivity and tolerance, we continue to march towards sustainable, social and Economic stability and prosperity.

“Further guided by our mantra; leaving no one and no Place behind’, my Administration is ensuring that all Provinces and districts, experience shared national Development and prosperity. We started the struggle with only the will-power and resolve to liberate our country against an established brutal And racist enemy,” said the President.

The President also said Zimbabwe defeated colonialism that was supported by powerful countries and its people are now free and independent.

“The settler regime was supported overtly And covertly by powerful countries. However, with the determination of many cadres such as the late National Hero, Cde Mabuya, we triumphed against the enemy. We conquered colonialism and now stand tall as a free and Independent people.

“I call upon all Zimbabweans to treasure and defend our peace, unity, Independence and Sovereignty. Individually and Collectively we shoulder the responsibility to develop, modernise and industrialise our Country. Through our efforts, all Zimbabweans should Work harder to occupy our niche in the global arena. Let us Believe in ourselves and continue the development momentum witnessed under the Second Republic. We must never tire, but keep pushing forward,” he said.