ZANU-PF Candidates Win Key Wards in Recent Council By-Elections

ZANU-PF has strengthened its grip on local governance following victories in several council by-elections held across Zimbabwe.

In Chikomba, Mukandi Tafadzwa Edmond of ZANU-PF was declared the winner after polling 447 votes, ahead of independent candidate Tawanda Muchenje, who received 290 votes.

The ruling party’s Austin Phikelele secured a decisive win with 1,577 votes, comfortably beating independent challenger Joseph Macheke, who got 265 votes in Chiredzi.

Meanwhile, in Marondera, Tonganashe Fiona, representing ZANU-PF, emerged victorious with 928 votes, far ahead of independent candidate Zayanga Bigbaro, who managed only 22 votes.

A total of 28 ballot papers were rejected, and the voter turnout was 32.4%, reflecting moderate participation. Despite the low turnout, the results signal continued support for ZANU-PF in these constituencies.