Farai Dziva|Zanu PF has barred MDC Alliance councillor for ward 34, Gutu Central, Wickliff Matindike from carrying out his official duties.

Masvingo Minister Of State, Ezra Chadzamira has imposed a Zanu PF losing candidate, Susan Samatanga as the councillor for ward.

Samatanga is now carrying out all the official duties as the councillor for the ward.

Speaking to ZimEye.com in an interview on Wednesday, Matindike said he was struggling to carry out his official duties because of Zanu PF stalwarts were determined to frustrate him.

“I am facing some challenges in my ward, it’s true.

A Zanu PF losing candidate in the ward is now in charge of everything. She is literally performing all the duties of an elected official.

They are blocking me from accessing food aid from the Social Welfare on behalf of the residents in my ward.

Everything has been politicized.Samatanga is also attending key meetings on behalf of the residents,” said Matindike.

“She meets all Government officials who come to the ward and has access to the District Development Co-ordinator’s office at anytime- which the MDC Alliance councillor doesn’t have,” a concerned resident said.