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Sam Nujoma Street is one of the main streets of Harare, Zimbabwe. [1] It was originally called Second Street but was renamed to Sam Nujoma Street in honour of Sam Nujoma, the first President of Namibia. It also is connected to the main park in Harare which is opposite the Cathedral of St Mary and All Saints. [2]

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References

  1. Mail, The Sunday (24 September 2023). "Let's make our roads safe for all users". The Sunday Mail. Retrieved 10 February 2024.
  2. Books, L. L. C. (June 2010). Roads in Zimbabwe: A1 Road, Sam Nujoma Street, A4 Road, A6 Road, A2 Road, N2 Road. General Books LLC. ISBN   978-1-158-61222-2.

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