By Dorrothy Moyo| Responding to criticism over the cyclone Idai plague, the ZANU PF leader, Emmerson Mnangagwa has cut short his visit to the United Arab Emirates and will now be flying back home.

Writing on Sunday morning, the Information Ministry said, “…Mnangagwa has shortened his visit to the UAE to make sure he is involved directly with the national response by way of relief to victims of cyclone IDAI. President has also incorporated in his schedule a plea for assistance for the cyclone victims. “

The development comes after Mnangagwa was criticised over his move to fly out of the country at a time of need.

The famous author and commentator Cathy Buckle said, “Our President has again left the country in our hour of greatest need.”

Another commentator, Mai Nico on Twitter also said, “the worst cyclone to ever hit Zimbabwe is Emmerson Mnangagwa. He continues to cause a lot of destruction.”