Zimbabweans from across the globe, commemorate Independence Day, today. A pivotal moment in their nation's history.

The Zimbabwe's journey to sovereignty follows decades under the British rule that ended in April 18 in 1980, marking the end of colonial rule. A new dawn for the nation previously known as Rhodesia.

To reflect on this day is Zimbabwe Ambassador to South Africa, David Hamadziripi, Zimbabwe Government Spokesperson, Nick Mangwana, journalist Nigel Nyamutumbu, a journalist in Zimbabwe as well as Dr Wayne Malinga, Senior Policy and Research Manager, at the Public Policy and Research Institute of Zimbabwe and Dr William Mpofu, Researcher and Political Analyst.