The body of national hero, music legend Dr Oliver Mtukudzi was buried yesterday in Madziva, Shamva district.
Tuku’s body left Harare aboard an Air Force of Zimbabwe helicopter.
Meanwhile, it was an emotional but befitting send-off as several people lined up their cars along airport road to get a glimpse of the casket of Dr Mtukudzi on its way to the One Commando Barracks.
Not to be outdone were some grandmothers who joined the convoy up-to-the helicopter which ferried the casket of the late music superstar.
Accompanied by Tuku’s wife Daisy and close relatives, the body was seen off at the One Command Barracks by Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Cde Monica Mutsvangwa, Minister of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Ziyambi Ziyambi, Mashonaland West Minister of State Honourable Mary Mliswa, Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Mike Madiro, war veterans chairperson Cde Chris Mutsvangwa and several other people.
It was an emotional day at his Madziva homestead as fans thronged to send their final goodbyes. Here is what happened at the funeral in pictures…
Dr Oliver Mtukudzi’s body arriving at the National sports stadium for his concert…
Musician #OliverMtkudzi was laid to rest at his rural homestead in Madziwa yesterday afternoon.
Rest in Peace
Gallant son of the soil being laid to rest…
Farewell, great Hero…
Oliver Mtukudzi’s widow Daisy giving her last speech to her husband…
Source: Mbare Times
