Gochomu J. Mudzingwa Explained

Gochomu J. Mudzingwa (1916[1] – 16 February 2018) was a Zimbabwean traditional ruler, who had been substantive Chief of Wozhele since 18 February 2008 after the death of his uncle, Ndaba, who ruled the tribe since 1954. Wozheri, Hozhele and Hozheri were his synonyms. He worked as a cattle middle man for the colonial white settlers when he was young.

Death

Mudzingwa died on 16 February 2018 at the age of 101 from pneumonia: he was one of the longest-lived members of any royal family. [2] He was survived by his daughter. He was buried in Sanyati.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Photo preview - 53827351. epa european pressphoto agency b.v.. International Day of older persons. "Gochomu Mudzingwa, alleged to be 101-year old,... Born in 1916".
  2. Web site: Coke . Hope . The top 10 longest-living royals in history . Tatler . 4 August 2021.
  3. Web site: Chief Wozhele dies - NewsDay Zimbabwe. 17 February 2018. www.newsday.co.zw.