Retired Brigadier General Donald Silundi Tshuma Dies at 71
Retired senior military officer Donald Silundi Tshuma has died at the age of 71
Brigadier General (Rtd) Tshuma died on May 15, 2026, at his home in Nkulumane 12 suburb in Bulawayo.
ZNA Confirms Death
In a statement released on Monday, Commander Zimbabwe National Army Asher Walter Tapfumaneyi expressed sadness over the passing of the retired military officer.
Lieutenant General Tapfumaneyi described Tshuma’s death as a great loss and extended condolences following the passing of the former senior army official.
“The Commander Zimbabwe National Army, Lieutenant General Asher Walter Tapfumaneyi, is saddened to announce the untimely death of Brigadier General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma,” part of the statement read.
Liberation Struggle Veteran
The late Brigadier General Tshuma was also a liberation war veteran and operated under the Chimurenga name “Henry Silundi” during Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle.
He was among senior military figures who served in the country’s armed forces after independence.
Funeral Arrangements Pending
The Zimbabwe National Army said funeral and burial arrangements for the late retired brigadier general will be announced in due course.
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