…as President Mnangagwa leads presidential race
Political Reporter
As preliminary results trickle in from the recent general elections, it is becoming increasingly evident that the ruling Party, ZANU PF, is on track for a commanding presence in Parliament.
The current trajectory indicates that the Party is not only poised to secure a large majority, but may even attain the coveted two-thirds majority, barring any major surprises.
Early tabulations hint that ZANU PF is likely to clinch over 141 parliamentary seats.
The Party is set to dominate in several provinces, showcasing its continued stronghold and popularity in these regions. In Mashonaland Central Province, a clean sweep for ZANU PF is on the horizon.
Manicaland Province, which boasts 26 seats, seems to be leaning heavily in favour of ZANU PF, with the party being tipped to take home 19 of these.
Mashonaland East Province is shaping up to be another significant win for the party, where out of 23 seats; ZANU PF is expected to grab 20.
In Masvingo Province, ZANU PF appears to be continuing its dominant streak, being tipped to secure 23 out of the available 25 seats.
Parallel to these potential parliamentary victories, preliminary results also project a comfortable lead for ZANU PF's presidential candidate, President Mnangagwa. He is reportedly outpacing other contenders by a significant margin, consolidating his position as the likely next leader of the nation.
Political analyst, Itayi Masango offered insights on the emerging trends.
"It's now crystal clear that ZANU PF will form the next Government. The opposition should accept this outcome, embrace the loss, and focus on collaborating with ZANU PF for the greater good of our nation,” said Masango.
Masango added that ZANU PF's projected overwhelming success in these elections is a testament to its extensive grassroots outreach and the trust it has managed to cultivate among a large section of the Zimbabwean populace.
“While the opposition parties have put up spirited campaigns, the numbers, as they stand, seem to favour the ruling Party,” said Masango.
Meanwhile, the credibility of these elections has received a major boost from multiple observer missions. Reports from various international and regional bodies have commended the electoral process, describing it as free, fair, and credible. Such endorsements go a long way in reinforcing the legitimacy and acceptance of the results, both at home and on the international stage.
