By P Mawoyo| Opposition MDC Secretary for Public Service and So also Welfare Maureen Kademaunga addressed North American Province during an e-rally that was held in the hours leading into Workers Day.

Kademaunga commended members who are working tirelessly in the frontlines and risking their own lives daily in the struggle against an invisible enemy in this pandemic.

To date 15 Zimbabweans in America have succumbed to COVID-19, and many more are fighting for their lives.

Five NAP members have also tested positive for COVID. Hon. Kademaunga and the leadership at large is aware that the impact of the virus on families has been devastating to say the least and they stand with all those who have been affected.

The NAP has been working with the Department of Social Services within MDC-Alliance and has fostered a good relationship with the department. She acknowledged the contributions made by the NAP and highlighted that these have assisted the department in carrying out its mandate. Regarding accountability of such donations, the Party’s policy is that all funding received is documented by treasury in addition to accountability through external audits.

The COVID crisis in Zimbabwe has left many vulnerable and much of the aid from external organizations has been politicized. The ruling party has to be held accountable for failing to release aid to the population in general as this has left many Zimbabweans exposed. However, MDC-Alliance has been working through its elected officials to provide assistance not only to its members, but to the community in general.

Hon. Kademaunga spoke of the court ruling that has sparked conversation and resulted in a lot of misinformation. The party has faced and overcome similar challenges in the past and this current one is no exception. However, members should not lose heart as the party is on track with its objectives. The ultimate goal is to deliver a new Zimbabwe with better economic conditions.