Opposition leader, Nelson Chamisa, has announced his departure from the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party. In a statement seen by Pindula News, the former ICT Minister cited a number of issues including the persecution of the party by the ruling ZANU PF and its surrogates. He said:
This is to officially, and under my hand, inform you fellow citizens of Zimbabwe and the world, that, with immediate effect, I no longer have anything to do with CCC.
As a patriot, I remain active in public service. I also remain a loyal citizen listener, freedom advocate, a citizens’ champion and leader.
My focus remains fully on Zimbabwe, asserting your victory, honoring the citizens mandate and God’s calling to provide leadership.
There are fresh things we need to do. Let’s all work together for total freedom, true change and wholistic transformation for our beloved country. Giving up or giving in is not an option. Nothing comes without tenacity and resilience.
Fellow citizens, you will be kept posted on the next step.
Thank you all, fellow citizens for the support and continued prayers as we get ready to lead and play a nation-building role in a New Great Zimbabwe. Let us embrace the opportunities.
Chamisa announced that he is leaving CCC because of various issues faced since the party was formed two years ago. Among other things, he mentioned problems during the election period, such as the lack of political and electoral reforms and intimidation and violence against citizens. He also highlighted the banning of rallies, disqualification of candidates, and irregularities on voting day. Chamisa believes the election was not legitimate and that the current government is disputed and has led to the collapse of the economy and society.