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Nelson Chamisa returns to politics with 'Agenda 2026' roadmap
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Opposition leader Nelson Chamisa formally returned to frontline politics on Friday, unveiling Agenda 2026, a citizen-driven framework aimed at "resetting Zimbabwe" after years of economic, political, and social challenges.
Speaking to the press, Chamisa said he had taken a nearly two-year hiatus to allow others space in the political arena, but found the space "vacant." "I am back on the floor to dance for my nation, for the citizens and for the future," he declared, describing Zimbabwe as being at a "critical juncture."
Chamisa painted a stark picture of Zimbabwe's current situation, highlighting economic hardship, political uncertainty, social breakdown, and what he called moral decay. He argued that decades after independence, Zimbabweans still face a lack of dignity, opportunity, and shared prosperity. He criticised state institutions for being "partisanised," which he said has deepened national disunity and eroded public trust. Central to his message was the assertion that Zimbabwe's core challenge remains a governance crisis, stemming from disputed elections, corruption, stolen mandates, and state capture. He rejected calls to "move on," insisting that unresolved flaws must be addressed to prevent repeating past failures.
Agenda 2026, Chamisa said, represents a "clean break" from past compromises and is focused on citizens rather than personalities or parties. The plan aims to build a new national consensus, foster citizen agency, prepare for a future citizens' government, drive a moral and values revolution, and mount a robust international advocacy campaign through regional bodies such as SADC and Zimbabweans in the diaspora. Chamisa emphasised that the next 180 days would focus on legal, institutional, and grassroots preparations rather than rallies or public demonstrations.
"Zimbabwe needs a fresh start," he said. "The new dawn begins with us."
Observers note that Chamisa's re-entry and the launch of Agenda 2026 signal a strategic shift for the opposition, focusing on long-term citizen engagement and institution-building ahead of future electoral contests.
Speaking to the press, Chamisa said he had taken a nearly two-year hiatus to allow others space in the political arena, but found the space "vacant." "I am back on the floor to dance for my nation, for the citizens and for the future," he declared, describing Zimbabwe as being at a "critical juncture."
Chamisa painted a stark picture of Zimbabwe's current situation, highlighting economic hardship, political uncertainty, social breakdown, and what he called moral decay. He argued that decades after independence, Zimbabweans still face a lack of dignity, opportunity, and shared prosperity. He criticised state institutions for being "partisanised," which he said has deepened national disunity and eroded public trust. Central to his message was the assertion that Zimbabwe's core challenge remains a governance crisis, stemming from disputed elections, corruption, stolen mandates, and state capture. He rejected calls to "move on," insisting that unresolved flaws must be addressed to prevent repeating past failures.
Agenda 2026, Chamisa said, represents a "clean break" from past compromises and is focused on citizens rather than personalities or parties. The plan aims to build a new national consensus, foster citizen agency, prepare for a future citizens' government, drive a moral and values revolution, and mount a robust international advocacy campaign through regional bodies such as SADC and Zimbabweans in the diaspora. Chamisa emphasised that the next 180 days would focus on legal, institutional, and grassroots preparations rather than rallies or public demonstrations.
"Zimbabwe needs a fresh start," he said. "The new dawn begins with us."
Observers note that Chamisa's re-entry and the launch of Agenda 2026 signal a strategic shift for the opposition, focusing on long-term citizen engagement and institution-building ahead of future electoral contests.
Source - Newsday
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