Staff Reporter
The ZANU PF candidate for Harare East Constituency, Cde Kevin Mutimbanyoka, is confident of an emphatic victory against independent candidate, Ms Ropafadzo Cynthia Cheza, in the by-elections slated for April 27.
Mutimbanyoka's campaign rides high on optimism, bolstered by the Party’s and Government's initiatives aimed at addressing critical local issues such as the enduring water scarcity plaguing Harare East.
In an interview with this publication, Mutimbanyoka underscored the Government's proactive steps, like the ambitious construction of Kunzvi Dam, illustrating the ruling Party's commitment to improving residents’ lives.
"Harare East has faced perennial water challenges, but through initiatives like the Kunzvi Dam, we are ensuring reliable water supply. Our developmental approach aims to be inclusive, providing us with a distinct advantage," he explained.
Beyond infrastructural projects, Mutimbanyoka is deeply concerned with social issues, notably drug abuse. He pledged to work alongside community leaders to curb this escalating crisis, emphasising the importance of a united front against such detrimental trends.
Political analyst Elton Ziki said that Mutimbanyoka's association with ZANU PF and his forward-looking agenda for Harare East tilt the scales in his favour against Cheza.
"Independent candidates face steep odds in Zimbabwean elections. With his party’s backing and vision, I anticipate a ZANU PF victory in Harare East," Ziki noted.
Tinashe Chiwara, a resident of Harare East, expressed dissatisfaction with the opposition's previous tenures, citing unmet promises and stagnation.
"We have been let down by the opposition, witnessing minimal progress in our community," Chiwara said.
This sentiment was echoed by other constituents, who yearned for leadership capable of ushering in genuine development.
The vacancy in Harare East follows the resignation of Rusty Markham from the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), sparking this by-election.
As the community gears up for this electoral showdown, the spotlight is on Mutimbanyoka's campaign promises and the broader implications for Harare East's future.
