Edzai Chimonyo
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Lieutenant General Edzai Absolom Chakanyuka Chimonyo (November 7, 1952 – July 8, 2021) was a Zimbabwean military officer and Commander of the Zimbabwe National Army from December 2017 to July 2021.[1]
BirthnameEdzai Absolom Chakanyuka Chimonyo
BornNovember 7, 1952
DiedJuly 8, 2021 (aged 68)
AllegianceZimbabwe
Edzai Chimonyo | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Edzai Absolom Chakanyuka Chimonyo |
| Born | November 7, 1952 |
| Died | July 8, 2021 (aged 68) |
| Allegiance | Zimbabwe |
| Branch | Zimbabwe National Army |
| Service years | 1970 - 2021 |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
Career
On December 18, 2017, Major General Edzai Chimonyo was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General and was also appointed Commander of the Zimbabwe National Army. He served in this role until his death in July 2021 and was succeeded by Major General David Sigauke.[2]
