President Emmerson Mnangagwa has announced several initiatives to better the welfare of Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) personnel.
In his address at the 44th anniversary of the Defence Forces Day at Rufaro Stadium in Harare on Tuesday, 13 June, Mnangagwa, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the ZDF, said at least 3,000 housing units will be constructed for the defence forces, among other non-monetary benefits. He said:
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An array of strategies is underway to improve the welfare of members of our defence forces.
Non-monetary incentives and benefits such as civil service housing loans and the civil service vehicle purchase scheme have been extended to members of the defence forces.
Further, my government has expanded the transport fleet for the defence forces, through the procurement and delivery of an assortment of vehicles.
Over and above housing units that are ready for occupation, the Government will soon be embarking on the construction of 3,000 housing units for members of the ZDF.
This is part of the comprehensive programme by my Administration to increase affordable housing stock throughout the country.
This is part of the comprehensive programme by my administration to increase affordable housing stock throughout the country.
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The government will ensure that all military hospitals and other health institutions have modern equipment and adequate medicines. He said:
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Similarly, healthcare for members of the defence forces is of critical importance for their general upkeep.
My government is committed to making sure that all military hospitals and health institutions have requisite modern equipment and adequate medicines.
The construction of the Defence Forces Referral Hospital at Manyame Air Force Base is being accelerated.
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The government is known to prioritise the welfare of members of the ZDF, providing them with preferential treatment compared to other state employees. This includes ensuring that ZDF personnel are among the first to receive their salaries.
In 2017, the military played a pivotal role in the transfer of power, as army tanks were deployed into the streets of central Harare.
This ultimately forced the then-president, Robert Mugabe, to step aside and allow Emmerson Mnangagwa to assume the presidency.
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President Emmerson Mnangagwa said he will build 3,000 housing units for the Zimbabwe Defence Forces. They will also get non-money benefits like loans for civil service housing and buying vehicles. The military will get more vehicles, new equipment, and medicines for their hospitals. The government cares a lot about the military and makes sure they are paid first. The military helped Mnangagwa become president in 2017.

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The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) Normalisation Committee has announced the Warriors squad that will face the Defence Forces Select team in an exhibition match on Defence Forces Day, Tuesday, 13 August.
The match will be played at Rufaro Stadium in Harare, where the main Defence Forces Day celebrations are scheduled to take place.
In a statement issued on Monday, 12 August, ZIFA confirmed that Jethro Hunidzarira will serve as the head coach, with Jacob Chavungama assisting him.
The Warriors squad includes experienced players from clubs across the country, including Donovan Bernard and Reward Muza as the goalkeepers, a solid defensive line led by Andrew Mbeba and Farai Banda, a midfield featuring the likes of Brian Banda and Juan Mutudza, as well as a forward line spearheaded by Tymon Machope and William Manondo. Said ZIFA:
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In honour of Zimbabwe’s Defence Forces Day, a Zimbabwe Select Squad and a Defence Forces Select team will face off in an exciting exhibition match at Rufaro Stadium on Tuesday, 13 August.
This special event celebrates the dedication, bravery, and sacrifices of Zimbabwe’s Defence Forces, offering the community an opportunity to come together and show their support.
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This exhibition match is expected to draw a large crowd, allowing Zimbabweans to pay tribute to the dedication, bravery, and sacrifices of Zimbabwe’s Defence Forces.
Below is the Warriors Select Squad:
Goalkeepers: 
Donovan Bernard (Chicken Inn), Reward Muza (Highlanders)
Defenders: 
Andrew Mbeba (Highlanders), Farai Banda (Manica Diamonds), Godknows Murwira (Caps United), Blessing Kagudu (Herentals), Miguel Fieldman (Bulawayo Chiefs), Itenaneu Mauchi (Simba Bhora), Allan Chapinduka (Telone), Abel Gwatidzo (Yadah FC)
Midfielders: 
Brian Banda (FC Platinum), Juan Mutudza (FC Platinum), McKinnon Mushore (Highlanders), Walter Musona (Simba Bhora), Michael Tapera (Manica Diamonds), Kingsley Mureremba (Caps United), Junior Bunjira (Caps United), Collen Mleya (ZPC Kariba), Michael Charamba (Chicken Inn)
Forwards: 
Tymon Machope (Simba Bhora), William Manondo (Caps United), Washington Mapuwa (Green Fuel)
Technical Team:
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<li>Head Coach: Jethro Hunidzarira</li>
<li>Assistant Coach: Jacob Chavungama</li>
<li>Goalkeepers Coach: Zwanai Kawadza</li>
<li>Fitness Trainer: Abraham Mbaiwa</li>
<li>Team Doctor: Dr. Nick Munyonga</li>
<li>Physiotherapist: Anesu Mupotaringa</li>
<li>Masseur: Lennon Gwara</li>
<li>Team Manager: Simbarashe Gochera</li>
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ZIFA picked a team called the Warriors to play against the Defence Forces Select team. The match will happen on Defence Forces Day at Rufaro Stadium in Harare. Jethro Hunidzarira is the head coach. Players like Bernard, Banda, and Machope will be playing. The match honors Zimbabwe's Defence Forces and allows people to show support. Fans can watch the game and celebrate the bravery and sacrifices of the Defence Forces. It's a special event for the community to come together. Fans are excited to see the Warriors play and honor the Defence Forces.

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