Welshman Ncube embarks on second presidential bid

Former cabinet minister and leader of MDC Welshman Ncube has kick started his second push for Zimbabwe's presidency.

Ncube was a distant third in 2013 election polls which devolution of power was his main trump card.

National spokesperson Kurauwone Chihwayi on Sunday said campaigns are on.

"The MDC President Professor Welshman Ncube has started rallying the troops for the crucial 2018 elections.

"We are not hunting for political partners though we will open the gate for like minded individuals and institutions" he said.

"The MDC is still committed to the reunification process and is still waiting for communication from People's Democratic Party (PDP).

"Our doors, ears and eyes shall remain open to those willing to either join or work with us".

Initial talks broke down early this year and PDP, formally MDC Renewal eventually launched as a party.

Former Finance minister Tendai Biti was elected president during congress in Harare recently.

Added Chihwayi: "Our understanding is that the reunification process is work in progress.The MDC has confidence in itself but will not slam the door on pro-democracy forces willing to work with it".