Late Councilor Masimba’s widow throws hat in ring for by-election

📅 Published: August 15, 2025

Curated by AllZimNews.com

Notably, Mandati is the only woman in the race, and if she wins, she will become the second ballot-elected councilor at Masvingo City.

According to sources, other councilors had resolved to recommend Mandati for employment at the council so that she could fend for her family, but that plan could be ruined if she loses the election.

Mandati faces stiff competition from four other candidates, including two other independent candidates Struggle Desire Nyahunda and Prosper Tiringindi as well as Simbarashe Shonhiwa from Zanu PF, and Prosper Mataruse from MDC-T.

However, her chances of winning appear slim, given the lack of support from opposition bigwigs in Masvingo.

The local MP, Mayor, and other councilors are reportedly rallying behind Nyahunda who seems to be the favourite with the opposition candidates.

Moreover, her late husband’s legacy doesn’t seem to be a factor that could work in her favor, as he did not leave behind a significant impact that she could leverage.

The presence of several independent candidates could split the vote, potentially handing Zanu PF an easy victory.

Nyahunda had stepped aside in 2023, allowing Masimba and Tiringindi to contest the primaries.

However, Tiringindi now has the backing of activists and former Zinasu members including some at national level who are close to former CCC leader Nelson Chamisa.

Many believe that the independent candidates belong to the Chamisa faction but sources suggest that Chamisa distanced himself from the independent candidates to avoid being associated with their potential loss. 🔗

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