By A Correspondent- Opposition MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa has vowed to turn on the heat on President Emmerson Mnangagwa come 2020 accusing him of failing to satisfy the people’s needs.

Chamisa bemoaned the levels of poverty in Zimbabwe’s rural communities saying Mnangagwa’s government was using poverty to hoodwink and manipulate the suffering masses politically. 

Chamisa who spent his Christmas at his rural home in Gutu, Masvingo province said: 

“I was at my rural home in Gutu this Christmas and  I’m deeply concerned by what I saw.We are called to ensure that no one is left behind,to make sure that we protect the weak,poor and vulnerable.Poverty should not be used as a tool for oppression.The crisis in Zimbabwe is man-made,” said Chamisa. 

“I also visited relatives in Bikita and Zaka. Where we once had small businesses and  thriving townships, we are left with abandoned buildings and deserted towns. Parents cannot afford to take their children to school. Teenage pregnancies are increasing.” 

Chamisa said Zanu-PF continues to use food as a political weapon in the wake of a donation of rice by Mnangagwa to rural constituencies. 

“Crops in the fields wilting and dying. Food continues to be used as a political weapon to sow divisions,hate and instill fear. Clinics have totally collapsed. There is no money and no food. This can’t continue.The solution to this crisis is political. It’s time for real change and reform,” said Chamisa. 

“We will roll out plans and action aimed at restoring dignity, promoting development and pushing for real change in Zimbabwe , particularly in the rural areas. 2020 we will leave no stone unturned. We will turn up the heat in the fight for freedom and a decent life for every Zimbabwean.”