Zanu has lost social base: academics

Academics believe Zanu (PF) has lost its social base and have predicted a heavy defeat in the July 31 elections. Speaking at a civic organisation meeting chaired by Crisis Coalition of Zimbabwe at Parktonian Hotel recently, political analyst Dr. Ibbo Mandaza said Zanu (PF) had resorted to using state security organs as a survival tool.

A panel of academics debating Zanu (PF)’s weakened position ahead of elections.
A panel of academics debating Zanu (PF)’s weakened position ahead of elections.

“Zanu (PF) has lost its control of communities countrywide and will lose this election,” said Mandaza. “I am optimistic that Morgan Tsvangirai will pull another land slide victory in this election.”

Dr. Mandaza, who was part of the Mavambo/Kusile group that denied Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai victory in 2008, urged Zimbabweans to expose Zanu (PF)’s rigging instruments.

“This will help to completely blow this party off as it has caused a lot of problems to the masses.” Professor Sabelo Gatsheni said using state security officials and violent campaigns highlighted Zanu (PF)’s fear of losing.

“If someone uses soldiers, police officers and central intelligent officers in his campaigns, it signals a loss of confidence,” he said.

Professor Brian Raftopoulos said Zimbabwean opposition parties had fought and won elections but were denied the opportunity to rule the country.

“It’s unfortunate that SADC and AU have also failed the people of Zimbabwe by allowing Zanu (PF) to remain in government even though they lost the elections.”He went on to urge SADC and AU to protect the vote of Zimbabweans. “Regional and continental bodies must guard against Zanu (PF)’s rigging mentality,” he added.

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