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SCORES of Zanu-PF supporters have gathered at Nketa 6 Grounds on Wednesday for the party’s final campaign rally ahead of Saturday’s Nkulumane Constituency by-election.
The event, meant to solidify support for candidate Cde Freedom Murechu, is expected to be graced by Zanu PF National Political Commissar, Cde Munyaradzi Machacha as the guest of honour.
The by-election was necessitated by the death of the incumbent legislator, Mr Desire Moyo, in October this year.
Zimpapers Political Hub Senior Reporter Gibson Mhaka and Chief Photographer Eliah Saushom are attending the rally and will be giving us live updates.
Zanu-PF goes all out to win Nkulumane constituency by-election
The ruling party has unleashed a massive political campaign to wrestle the seat from the opposition, characterised by high-stakes development pledges.
Since the campaign’s official launch at Amaveni Primary School earlier this month, the party has moved to address perennial local grievances.
These initiatives include the drilling of 49 boreholes to mitigate critical water shortages, an immediate overhaul of sewer infrastructure, the donation of modern ICT equipment to local schools, and the replacement of non-functional electricity transformers.
As the campaign reaches its crescendo on Wednesday, the Zanu-PF leadership has expressed immense confidence in Cde Murechu’s prospects.
With the voter population standing at 22 883, the party is banking on its recent track record of service delivery and infrastructure projects to secure a victory in a constituency that has historically been an opposition stronghold
Momentum surges at Nketa 6 Zanu PF final rally as Dr Tungwarara set to join supporters
THE atmosphere at the Nketa 6 Open Grounds has shifted into high gear following reports that Presidential Advisor on Investment, Dr Paul Tungwarara, is set to join Zanu-PF’s final campaign rally.
His arrival is expected to supercharge the event, signalling the Second Republic’s serious commitment to the constituency’s economic transformation.
As a key figure behind major national projects like the Presidential Borehole Scheme, Dr Tungwarara’s presence reinforces the party’s “development-first” mantra and provides a massive boost to Cde Freedom Murechu’s bid to secure the seat.
This high-profile endorsement has added significant momentum to the campaign’s closing push, transforming the rally into a powerful display of political and economic intent.
Presidential Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara rallies support for Zanu-PF candidate
Presidential advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara has addressed thousands of party supporters during the star rally held in support of ruling party candidate Cde Freedom Murechu ahead of the Nkulumane parliamentary by-election scheduled for Saturday.
Dr Tungwarara highlighted the progress made nationwide since President Mnangagwa assumed office and the establishment of the Second Republic.
He assured supporters that the ruling party would leave no stone unturned to secure victory for Cde Freedom Murechu in the upcoming by-election. “Let’s give Cde Murechu and Zanu PF a chance in Nkulumane,” Dr Tungwarara urged.
He took a swipe at the opposition, stating that it had failed to deliver meaningful development to the constituency.
“The opposition has proved that it brings no meaningful development to Nkulumane,” he added.
US$100,000 Empowerment Revolving Fund announced for Nkulumane elderly residents
A US$100,000 empowerment revolving fund has been pledged to support elderly residents of Nkulumane, with an initial US$20,000 declared by Presidential Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara.
Dr Tungwarara announced the first tranche during the Zanu-PF star rally, promising an additional US$80,000 if Zanu PF candidate Cde Freedom Murechu wins the upcoming parliamentary by-election.
The fund aims to empower the elderly community in Nkulumane by providing financial resources that can be rotated among beneficiaries to support small-scale income-generating activities.
“This initiative will uplift our senior citizens and improve their livelihoods,” said Dr Tungwarara. “We call on the people of Nkulumane to support Cde Freedom Murechu to ensure this additional funding is unlocked for their benefit.”
