Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has announced his intention to make a significant political comeback, asserting that the timing and manner of this revival are divinely ordained.
Speaking at a memorial and tombstone unveiling ceremony for his uncle, Chamunorwa Chamisa, in Gutu, Masvingo province, Chamisa expressed his commitment to rebuilding Zimbabwe with integrity.
Chamisa sought to reassure both his loyal supporters and critics who have questioned his frequent references to biblical teachings. He emphasised that a recent revelation directed him to seek a path devoid of violence in his quest for leadership.
“You might be wondering why I am constantly referring to Bible verses; it is because I had a revelation. God wants Zimbabwe to be built by clean hands,” he stated.
In a pointed critique of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration, Chamisa accused the current government of fostering an environment of violence, corruption, and oppression against its opponents. “I am saying this on record that God wants this country to be fixed by a clean set of hands, not people who spill the blood of others, not people who kill, murderers, not thieves and plunderers. That is what must transform our country,” he added.
Reflecting on the late Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) founder Morgan Richard Tsvangirai, Chamisa reiterated his determination to fight for the rights of citizens, regardless of the challenges he faces.
He declared, “There is nothing you can do to me, even incarcerating me like (Jameson) Timba and (Amos) Chibaya. You can dig and poke them, but your efforts will be in vain. Someone who imprisons others is imprisoned themselves; jailing someone means you are afraid of them. You are in a worse prison yourself.”
Chamisa asserted that Mnangagwa and his inner circle are nearing the end of their political reign. “They are in their twilight and should prepare for their exit,” he said. He urged his supporters to remain steadfast, revealing that he is actively strategising and forming alliances both locally and internationally. “In God’s name, we are praying for deliverance, that we don’t shed blood,” he added.
While expressing his capability to mobilise a nationwide shutdown, Chamisa indicated that the timing was not yet appropriate. He also reflected on the current state of local politics, criticising individuals he described as “self-serving” who seek personal gain rather than genuine service to the public. “The crisis with politics in Zimbabwe is that people seek to be elected in order to represent their tummies,” he stated. “They go into politics to get residential stands, cars, and money.”
During the memorial, Chamisa disclosed that he has not claimed his pension accrued over a decade ago from his time as a Cabinet Minister and Member of Parliament. This revelation serves as a testament to his claim of not being motivated by wealth.
“To demonstrate that I am not into politics for wealth, I haven’t claimed my government pension accrued as a Cabinet minister and as a legislator some 11 years ago is lying uncollected,” he noted.
Former CCC leader Nelson Chamisa has not collected the pension he accrued as a Cabinet Minister and as an MP some 11 years ago. He says the crisis with politics in Zimbabwe is that people seek to be elected in order to represent their tummies. They go into politics to get… pic.twitter.com/7rn6MCaTzL
— The Mirror Masvingo (@TheMirrorMsv) October 26, 2024
Chamisa’s remarks shed light on broader issues within Zimbabwe’s political landscape, where he believes that many politicians prioritise personal enrichment over the needs of the populace. This, according to sources, also explains why the CCC could not withdraw from Parliament en masse following the contested 2023 national elections.
As he prepares for his political resurgence, Chamisa’s focus remains on fostering a new political ethos rooted in integrity and service. His commitment to a bloodless transformation of Zimbabwe resonates with many who are eager for change in the current political climate.
In conclusion, Chamisa’s announcement of a comeback, coupled with his reflections on the state of Zimbabwean politics, sets the stage for a renewed struggle for leadership. His vision for a government led by “clean hands” rather than those driven by greed may galvanise a new wave of support as he seeks to reshape the future of Zimbabwe.
