Sekuru Nyangatayani Meets Frelimo Leaders Ahead of Mozambique Independence Day

Sekuru Nyangatayani during a visit to Magoe District, Mozambique

Senior members of Mozambique’s ruling party, FRELIMO, last week met Zimbabwean traditional healer Sekuru Nyangatayani during his visit to Magoe District. During the meeting, Sekuru Nyangatayani held discussions with legislator Abudul Carlos Momade and councillor Neto Guidionr Faife. The leaders later extended an invitation for him to attend Mozambique’s national Independence Day celebrations scheduled for June 25 in Magoe.

The visit highlighted the long-standing historical and cultural ties between Zimbabwe and Mozambique, countries that have maintained close relations since the liberation struggle era.

While in Mozambique, the prominent sangoma was also hosted on Radio Magoe, where he spoke with presenters Por Ndoliro and Costa Marcelino. During the radio programme, Sekuru Nyangatayani discussed Zimbabwe’s culture and highlighted the strong friendship and cooperation that exist between the two neighbouring nations.

Speaking after the visit, the traditional healer said he was deeply humbled by the warm welcome he received from Mozambican leaders and communities.

“I was very happy to be in Mozambique where I met Frelimo leadership who invited me for their Independence Day celebrations. As usual, I will attend,” he said. “The people of Mozambique are very welcoming. We met several people and enjoyed African brew as we interacted.”

Mozambique celebrates its Independence Day annually on June 25 to commemorate the country’s liberation from Portuguese colonial rule in 1975.

Sekuru Nyangatayani has in recent years become a regular guest at cultural and national events in Mozambique, reflecting growing cultural exchange between the two countries. Last year, he attended the country’s Independence Day celebrations alongside several Zimbabwean artistes and received an enthusiastic reception from local communities and officials. Observers say such visits help reinforce the social and cultural bonds between Zimbabwe and Mozambique, which share deep historical connections dating back to the region’s liberation movements.

The upcoming celebrations are expected to draw political leaders, community representatives, and cultural figures from across the region as Mozambique marks another anniversary of independence.

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