Journalist Zororo Makamba becomes Zimbabwe's first Covid-19 death
23 March 2020
Journalist Zororo Makamba has become Zimbabwe's first coronavirus death.
According to ZBC News, Health and Child Care Minister Obediah Moyo confirmed the death of the prominent journalist, Makamba. He was 30-years-old. Makamba was the second person to test positive for the virus in Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwean - South African businessman, Mutumwa Mawere confirmed the passing via his social media.
"Mr Zororo Makamba, the son of Mr James Makamba has passed on. MHSRIEP. I have just learned of this tragic loss of life due to the virus. A giant with so much potential has fallen. Corona is real. Let us pause and reflect. Life is too precious," he tweeted.