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Bishop Kevin Nyamakanga joins Zanu-PF in major political shift
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In a surprising political development, Bishop Kevin Nyamakanga, leader of the Zimbabwe Intercessors Movement and a prominent organiser of last year's protests against Zimbabwe hosting the SADC Summit, has formally joined the ruling Zanu-PF party.
Bishop Nyamakanga announced his defection at a press conference in Harare, accompanied by his wife, Sandra. He described the move as a personal decision driven by the desire to contribute to national development.
"I am joining Zanu-PF after witnessing the significant development initiatives undertaken by the Government," Nyamakanga said. "Remaining in the opposition without contributing to progress seems unproductive. My wish is to have a one-party state to ensure meaningful development in the country."
The move is seen as part of a broader trend of opposition figures defecting to Zanu-PF. Harare provincial chairman Godwills Masimirembwa welcomed Nyamakanga's decision, expressing hope that the bishop would encourage his followers to join the ruling party.
"Harare was once a stronghold for the opposition, but we say, ‘Welcome home. Zanu-PF is a place for everyone,'" Masimirembwa said.
Zanu-PF Youth League Deputy Political Commissar, Taurai Kandishaya, attributed the defection to the successes of the Second Republic under President Mnangagwa. "We are happy that the opposition are seeing the light. They are joining Zanu-PF in their numbers. The achievements brought by President Mnangagwa are now attracting even those from opposition parties," he said.
Harare provincial Political Commissar Voyage Dambuza emphasised the need to formally integrate new members into party structures. "We are going to make a follow-up to ensure that those new members are registered in their respective cell structures. This is how we grow as a party. We embrace everyone," he said.
Earlier on the same day, the party's Harare provincial offices also welcomed a group of former footballers and coaches who joined Zanu-PF, signalling the party's continued appeal to diverse segments of society.
Bishop Nyamakanga announced his defection at a press conference in Harare, accompanied by his wife, Sandra. He described the move as a personal decision driven by the desire to contribute to national development.
"I am joining Zanu-PF after witnessing the significant development initiatives undertaken by the Government," Nyamakanga said. "Remaining in the opposition without contributing to progress seems unproductive. My wish is to have a one-party state to ensure meaningful development in the country."
The move is seen as part of a broader trend of opposition figures defecting to Zanu-PF. Harare provincial chairman Godwills Masimirembwa welcomed Nyamakanga's decision, expressing hope that the bishop would encourage his followers to join the ruling party.
"Harare was once a stronghold for the opposition, but we say, ‘Welcome home. Zanu-PF is a place for everyone,'" Masimirembwa said.
Zanu-PF Youth League Deputy Political Commissar, Taurai Kandishaya, attributed the defection to the successes of the Second Republic under President Mnangagwa. "We are happy that the opposition are seeing the light. They are joining Zanu-PF in their numbers. The achievements brought by President Mnangagwa are now attracting even those from opposition parties," he said.
Harare provincial Political Commissar Voyage Dambuza emphasised the need to formally integrate new members into party structures. "We are going to make a follow-up to ensure that those new members are registered in their respective cell structures. This is how we grow as a party. We embrace everyone," he said.
Earlier on the same day, the party's Harare provincial offices also welcomed a group of former footballers and coaches who joined Zanu-PF, signalling the party's continued appeal to diverse segments of society.
Source - The Herald
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