An Ordinary Life in Extraordinary Times - Seven Decades of Sekuru’s Stories

As the year draws to a close, I’m pleased to share a milestone that has been quietly taking shape behind the scenes. My memoir, An Ordinary Life in Extraordinary Times, has now reached a major turning point — the manuscript is complete and the first full edit is done.

The project has been about nine months in the making, though its momentum grew significantly following the unexpected and tragic death of my youngest brother, Peter, in June 2025. His passing stirred many memories and reflections, giving me a renewed sense of purpose to capture — while I still could — the stories, experiences, and lessons that have shaped my life across seven decades.

Writing this memoir has taken me from my early years in Rhodesia to the present day in Australia, revisiting the people and places that marked each chapter of an eventful journey. It has been absorbing, nostalgic, and at times deeply emotional.

Early in the new year, I’ll begin the final edit, polish the layout, and design the cover before preparing the book for release on Amazon KDP. My aim is to have it published on or before 6th February 2026, and I’m genuinely looking forward to sharing it with you.

I’ll post further updates as the process unfolds, including a sneak peek at the cover once it’s ready.