A Whole Journey, Zimbabwe Poem by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

From the depths of despair and pain
A city rises, once again
A people filled with strength and might
Bringing forth a new dawn's light

Though the abyss was dark and drear
Their spirits refused to fear
For hope that flickered, deep within
Gave them courage to rise again

As they climbed, step by step
Through pain and suffering they kept
Their eyes fixed upon the prize
A city new, to mesmerize

A city free from hate and strife
Where everyone could lead their lives
A place where justice reigned supreme
And dreams could flourish, like a stream

The journey was long and hard
But they never lost their guard
For the vision they saw afar
Kept them moving, brave and strong

The dust and rubble they brushed away
Bringing back hope, with every day
They worked hard, with blood and sweat
To build a city, one they'd never forget

From the ashes, new heights rose
A city of peace, that no one chose
A haven for love and light
A place where everyone was treated right

With dedication in their hearts
They built a city to play their parts
A place where futures could ignite
And dreams could soar, with flights

As they gazed upon their city bright
And watched it soar into the night
A feeling of joy and pride
Swept through them, far and wide

For they had risen from the abyss
Their city now a symbol of bliss
A testament to human might
And the power of hope's light

They stood tall, as their city shone
Their spirits bright, and never alone
For they had built a city fair
Filled with life, with love to spare

And as they looked back, to the past
They knew that their dreams would last
For they had risen from the deep
And built a city, they could keep.