This archive report was first published on 6 September 2019.
Former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe passed away in Singapore, leaving behind a legacy that continues to shape the nation.
His daughter, Bona Mugabe, took to social media to express her grief, writing,
"Zororai murugare baba, Mwari vaita kuda kwavo" (Rest in peace father, God has done his will.)
Multiple sources in Zimbabwe confirmed the news of Mugabe's death, which has sent shockwaves across the nation.
As the only daughter to Mugabe and his wife Grace, Bona had a close relationship with her father, making her grief all the more poignant.
Netizens have taken to social media to express their condolences, with many praising Mugabe's legacy and impact on the nation.
"My deepest condolences," wrote Mac Liah. "My condolences sister...our father will be sadly missed," added Havok ZW.
"Rest In Peace Sekuru I will cherish all the great advice you used to give me you be forever missed by our family Matibiri," wrote Brenda Batai.
"May his soul rest in peace! Molded us to be who we are. We will forever miss his wisdom," said Rodrick B Chipanera.
"So it’s true. So sorry for your loss. My childhood hero, Africa’s hero. The man who made us all proud to be blacks, Zimbabweans, Africans," wrote Trixie Felix-John.
