Richard Tsvangirai, a member of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) and Member of Parliament (MP) for Norton, has stated that he remains in Parliament not for financial gain. Some individuals have been calling for CCC MPs and councillors who do not have any links with the ruling ZANU PF party, but are concerned about the public’s welfare, to resign following the departure of CCC leader Nelson Chamisa from the party. Those advocating for this believe that the CCC no longer serves a positive purpose. A few MPs, such as Fadzayi Mahere and Allan Norman Markham, have resigned in response.
However, the majority of MPs have chosen to stay in their positions. They argue that they need to consult with their constituents and await Nelson Chamisa’s next move before making a decision. Criticisms have been made against these MPs, accusing them of abandoning the struggle for freedom, being power-hungry, or simply being motivated by money rather than a desire to improve the lives of the general public. In response to these allegations, Richard Tsvangirai, son of the late former Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, stated that being an MP actually results in a financial loss for him. He said:
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I’m actually running a financial loss by being an MP. The last program , that I did was worth more than my salary; my scholarship program is six times worth my salary. My programme for people with BP is worth more than my salary. Clearly, this is not about money.
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If CCC members decide to withdraw from Parliament or local government authorities, it will lead to by-elections. However, there is no certainty that they will win as independent candidates. The by-elections that took place in December and February have shown this. Many CCC members who were recalled and attempted to run as independent candidates were unsuccessful in defeating candidates from the ruling ZANU PF party.
There are various reasons behind this. One factor is voter apathy, where people may not feel motivated or interested enough to participate in the elections. Additionally, voter intimidation can play a role, where individuals may feel pressured or threatened into voting a certain way. Another issue is the lack of unity and organization within the opposition, leading to disorder and confusion among their ranks.
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Richard Tsvangirai Says His Dedication To Parliament Is Not For Financial Gain

Richard Tsvangirai, who is the MP for Norton and a son of the late MDC founding president, Morgan Richard Tsvangirai, said his constituents have resolved to support former CCC leader Nelson Chamisa and that elected representatives should remain in Parliament and Council.
Tsvangirai said he met Norton residents this Sunday to deliberate on Chamisa’s resignation from CCC where it was resolved that he should remain in Parliament as he was doing “a great job”. Tsvangirai posted on X:
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Today, we met as Norton residents to deliberate on the resignation of Adv. Nelson Chamisa from CCC. The residents have agreed to stand with Adv. Nelson Chamisa. However, Norton agreed that their deployees, the MP and the Councillors, are doing a great job and should remain in Parliament and Council and continue executing their constitutional mandate while waiting for Adv. Nelson Chamisa to announce the next step, as he promised in his statement.
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On Thursday, Chamisa abruptly resigned from CCC, causing widespread confusion and panic within the rank and file of the party.
In a 13-page statement addressed to the people of Zimbabwe, Chamisa said CCC has been “infiltrated, contaminated and bastardised” by ZANU PF and its political proxies.
CCC MPs have been subjected to immense pressure on social to resign in solidarity with Chamisa but only a minority has suggested they will tender resignations.
Harare East legislator Rusty Markham, Mt Pleasant legislator Fadzai Mahere, Harare Youth Quota MP, Takudzwa Ngadziore, Hwange Central MP, Daniel Molokele, and Masvingo Urban MP, Martin Mureri are some of the CCC who have publicly backed Chamisa.
Marondera Central MP, Caston Matewu said he was not resigning from Parliament, while Hatcliffe legislator Agency Gumbo said he will consult his constituents.
Chamisa walked away from CCC after Sengezo Tshabangu, who was virtually unknown to opposition voters before October 2023, recalled the party’s MPs, senators and councillors.
Analysts say Tshabangu’s subterfuge wouldn’t have succeeded without support from the executive, Parliament and the judiciary, as well as ZANU PF.
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