Zanu-PF steps up campaign to retain Insiza North seat
Source: Zanu-PF steps up campaign to retain Insiza North seat – herald Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu, sukulwenkosi.dube@chronicle.co.zw ZANU-PF has intensified its campaign efforts ahead of the Insiza North by-election, scheduled for 14 June, as the ruling party seeks to retain the parliamentary seat left vacant following the death of Cde Farai Taruvinga in March. Zanu-PF Matabeleland South Provincial […]
ZANU-PF has intensified its campaign efforts ahead of the Insiza North by-election, scheduled for 14 June, as the ruling party seeks to retain the parliamentary seat left vacant following the death of Cde Farai Taruvinga in March.
Zanu-PF Matabeleland South Provincial Chairman, Cde Mangaliso Ndlovu, stated that the party has mobilised its support structures from the provincial level down to the grassroots in a vigorous campaign drive. He noted that the response from the electorate has been highly encouraging.
“Our campaign is in full swing, and we have taken it up a notch. We will intensify it further as we approach the election. Our aim is to visit every village and reach every homestead in the constituency through our mobilisation teams,” he said.
Cde Ndlovu, who recently visited Wards 7 and 13, said residents in the area were eager to vote for Zanu-PF and continue the development agenda initiated by the late Cde Taruvinga.
The late Farai Taruvinga
“The people are raring to go. They want to vote Zanu-PF back into office to carry forward the development work that had already begun under the late Cde Taruvinga,” he said.
He said the party’s campaign strategy is anchored on President Mnangagwa’s message that Zanu-PF is a “big bag that accommodates everyone, but does not fit into anyone’s pocket” — a metaphor highlighting the party’s broad-based appeal.
He said that the outreach programme targets not only party members but also undecided voters.
“We are rolling out a massive vote mobilisation exercise to ensure that even non-party members make the wise choice of voting Zanu-PF. I’m confident that through our strategies and the party’s proven record, we will retain the seat,” said Cde Ndlovu.
The Insiza North by-election will be contested by candidates from four political parties who successfully filed their nomination papers at the Gwanda Provincial Magistrates’ Court. These are: Cde Delani Moyo of Zanu-PF, Mr Thabani Mlotshwa of Zapu, Mr Lesley Dube (Independent), and Mr Mbongeni Moyo of the Zimbabwe National Revival Party.
Cde Moyo said he was honoured to represent the party and pledged to work tirelessly to defend the seat.
“The groundwork had already started, and we’re now taking it further. I will be engaging directly with the people, explaining the development that Zanu-PF and the Government intend to deliver — not only as a party, but as their servant,” he said.
He committed to prioritising key aspects of Vision 2030, the Government’s blueprint for economic growth and improved livelihoods.
“My focus is to further the Vision 2030 agenda so that we realise the development we need. This includes improved roads, better water supply, and the construction of essential infrastructure such as schools, clinics, and bridges,” he said.
Cde Moyo expressed confidence that Zanu-PF would retain the seat, citing the party’s strong grassroots support.
“I’m confident that our members will turn out in numbers to defend the party. People can expect the much-needed development to come to fruition,” he said.
