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Published on 2024-03-18 15:41:23
Chamisa, the prominent and charismatic politician in Zimbabwe, has made a powerful comeback onto the political scene by engaging in discussions with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to mediate between himself and President Emmerson Mnangagwa. This move aims to address the political polarization that has been prevalent in the country.
During his address at the funeral of Petronella Mukwende, the mother-in-law of Patrick Cheza, who was the unsuccessful candidate in the 2023 elections for Chirumhanzu South, Chamisa stressed the importance of unity. He stated, “We are one, let us work together. That is why you realize that I am making frantic efforts to call on SADC to mediate the impasse with my relative (Mnangagwa).”
Mukwende, a respected figure in her community known for her leadership, church elder role, social work, and citizen mobilization efforts, left behind grandchildren, most of whom live in the diaspora. Chamisa expressed his deep concern about Zimbabweans seeking economic opportunities abroad instead of contributing to the development of their own country. He highlighted the challenging state of the economy, stating, “The economy is in tatters and it is affecting every citizen. I am not talking about politics but the state of the economy.”
Furthermore, Chamisa lamented the brain drain of Zimbabwean talent, emphasizing the need for skilled individuals to return to their homeland and contribute to its progress. He said, “We can’t have our people working abroad, we can’t have a productive workforce in foreign lands. We cannot have multitudes of people failing to work for their country because they are abroad. We want Zimbabweans to come back into their country and enjoy their country.”
Despite the challenges faced by the country, Chamisa expressed pride in Zimbabwe’s potential and the resilience of its people. He stated, “We have the best country, we have the richest country, we have the most beautiful country in the world, and the people themselves are beautiful and have kind hearts.” This positive outlook serves as a motivation for Zimbabweans to work towards a better future.
Chamisa’s appearance at the funeral marked a rare public outing since his departure from the CCC. Amid speculations about the launch of a new political formation, he was accompanied by his trusted allies, Amos Chibaya and Masvingo City Mayor Alec Tabe, as well as other dignitaries.
In conclusion, Chamisa’s reentry into the political arena signifies a renewed effort to address key issues facing Zimbabwe. By engaging in mediation with President Mnangagwa and advocating for unity and economic development, Chamisa demonstrates his commitment to bringing positive change to the country.
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