A by-election for the Nkulumane parliamentary seat, made vacant after the death of legislator Desire Moyo, has attracted numerous candidates. Among them is popular comedian Mothusi Bashimane Ndlovu, known as Madlela Skhobokhona, who is reportedly seeking the candidacy for the Citizens Coalition for Change.
Ndlovu's potential nomination has reportedly caused internal divisions within the CCC. The late Moyo's widow, Excellia Zitha, initially sought the party's candidacy but is now said to be running as an independent after failing to secure sufficient support. Other independent contenders include Mbuso Fuzwayo, who has launched his campaign, and Khumbulani Malinga, Moyo's former assistant.
The ruling Zanu PF party will be represented by its Bulawayo provincial youth chairperson, Freedom Murechu, who was the sole applicant in the party's internal process. Party spokesperson Archibold Chiponda expressed confidence in Murechu's candidacy, acknowledging that elections can be unpredictable but hoping for a victory.
Ndlovu's potential nomination has reportedly caused internal divisions within the CCC. The late Moyo's widow, Excellia Zitha, initially sought the party's candidacy but is now said to be running as an independent after failing to secure sufficient support. Other independent contenders include Mbuso Fuzwayo, who has launched his campaign, and Khumbulani Malinga, Moyo's former assistant.
The ruling Zanu PF party will be represented by its Bulawayo provincial youth chairperson, Freedom Murechu, who was the sole applicant in the party's internal process. Party spokesperson Archibold Chiponda expressed confidence in Murechu's candidacy, acknowledging that elections can be unpredictable but hoping for a victory.
