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Zimbabwe: Chief Nechombo Cheers Up Senior Citizens

todayOctober 10, 2024 2

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Victor Maphosa — It was all joy at the Chief Nechombo Cultural Centre in Makaha, Mudzi district, when hundreds of elderly people received gifts during the LC Nechombo Old People’s Day commemorations held at the weekend.

About 600 elderly people under Chief Nechombo, born Langton Chikukwa, received food hampers and blankets.

The elderly people gathered at the cultural centre and after receiving their gifts, they were treated to lunch by the traditional leader before heading back to their homes. The beneficiaries ranged between 70 years and 109 years.

Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mr Amos Kambanje, (87) said: “We are gathered here with joy in our hearts, knowing that there is someone who has us, the elderly, at heart.

“This is something that we do not take lightly. As you can see, all the people here are smiling and we don’t have enough words to thank Chief Nechombo and everyone who has made us smile.

“We definitely need this kind of care and assistance in our old age. Some people think that as one grows old, they are not worthy to be loved. Some even associate the old with evil spirits and witchcraft. That is not the case at all. We are just old people who need care and love.”

Mr Kambanje urged youths to be upright and not waste themselves by engaging in immoral activities. Eating healthy foods and desisting from drug and substance abuse was also critical to ensuring a long life, he advised youths. “Above all, listen to the advice from your elders and be obedient”.