Joshua Nkomo

Joshua Nkomo

Joshua Mqabuko Nyongolo Nkomo (19 June 1917–1 July 1999) was the leader and founder of the Zimbabwe African People's Union (ZAPU) and a member of the Kalanga tribe. He was affectionately known in Zimbabwe as "Father Zimbabwe", "Umdala Wethu", "Umafukufuku" or "Chibwechitedza" (the slippery rock).

Read more about Joshua Nkomo:  Early Life, Armed Struggle, Politics, Coup D'état, Nkomo Letters, National Hero Status

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