HARARE – Human rights fighter Dr Patson Dzamara who was announced last week to have been diagnosed with cancer of the colon has died.
The sad news was announced by the leader of the MDC Alliance, Advocate Nelson Chamisa.
Chamisa expressed his sadness over the passing of Dr Dzamara, describing it as a terrible loss for the country.
He said, “I am so devastated. Just received bad news from the Dzamaras. The young Dr Patson Dzamara gone too soon. This has been a terrible 2020.”
Dr Dzamara was a prominent human rights fighter who had dedicated his life to fighting for social justice and equality in Zimbabwe. He was a vocal critic of the government and was often targeted for his activism.
In a statement, the Dzamara family expressed their deep sorrow at the loss of their beloved son and brother. They described him as a selfless individual who had dedicated his life to the service of others.
“Our family is deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved son and brother, Dr Patson Dzamara. He was a selfless individual who dedicated his life to the service of others. We will miss him dearly,” the family said in a statement.
Reaction to Patson Dzamara death
Dr Dzamara’s death has been met with an outpouring of grief and tributes from people across the country.
Many have described him as a fearless and passionate activist who fought tirelessly for the rights of all Zimbabweans.
“He was a true hero who dedicated his life to fighting for justice and equality in Zimbabwe. His passing is a great loss to our country,” said one mourner.
Another said, “Dr Dzamara was a fearless and passionate activist who never gave up in the fight for human rights. His legacy will live on.”
Dr Dzamara’s death is a sad reminder of the toll that cancer can take on individuals and their families. It is a disease that affects millions of people around the world, and efforts to find a cure continue.
As the country mourns the loss of Dr Dzamara, his legacy of fighting for social justice and equality will continue to inspire and guide generations to come.
