By A Correspondent

Senator Sengezo Tshabangu, the self-appointed interim Secretary General of the Citizens Coalition for Change, has ignited public anger by openly praising Zanu PF for its initiatives in rural areas.

In a recent post on X, Tshabangu urged the opposition to follow Zanu PF’s lead in community development.

He stated, “Yesterday, I was in Binga and saw that Zanu PF is drilling solar-powered boreholes in remote areas. This initiative strengthens the bond between the masses and their leaders.

As the opposition, we need to do the same. I won’t be silenced; this is good.”

The response from the public was swift and critical. One user, @tonny, commented, “Opposition of what? You are the opposition to the people of Zimbabwe, that’s it.”

Another user, Serviour, added, “So copying Zanu PF makes you the opposition or an accomplice? Your ideas should be more innovative to serve as a true alternative.”

Tshabangu’s remarks have raised questions about the role of the opposition in Zimbabwe and its responsibility to offer distinct solutions rather than mirroring the ruling party’s initiatives.