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ZANU PF polling agents in <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Gutu/">Gutu</a> have allegedly received their allowances from the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Central_Intelligence_Organisation_(CIO)">Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO)</a> offices at Mpandawana. This suggests a close connection between the ruling party and State entities in the 2023 election project. 
Analysts interviewed by The Mirror stated that this incident is not surprising as there seems to be a strong association between State entities and ZANU PF, blurring the lines between the party and the State.
Mirror reporters visited the CIO offices near Gutu Police Station after receiving public reports. They found numerous polling agents and some Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ) members from four Gutu constituencies gathered there namely Gutu Central, South, East, and West.
When contacted for comment, <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Isaac_Moyo/">Isaac Moyo</a>, the CIO Director General, denied knowledge of the situation, stating, “I have no knowledge of it,” before ending the call. One of the agents confirmed to The Mirror:
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We received our allowances from these offices a few days after the elections. Today, we were called on short notice and told to sign papers to confirm the receipts because there are allegations that some of us were shortchanged and did not receive the money.
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The agents were disappointed as they were called to the CIO offices but not given money for transportation or food.
Opposition parties, particularly the CCC, have raised concerns about the CIO’s influence on the elections through a group called FAZ. It is alleged that FAZ controlled the Zimbabwe Electoral Authority (ZEC) and manipulated the elections in Gutu District. Presiding officers, including Teachers4ED members, were accused of manipulating results and harassing CCC representatives. The international community declined to endorse the elections due to the perceived closeness between the State and ZANU PF, suggesting that the ruling party had significant control. The involvement of the CIO in financial transactions on behalf of a political party was deemed inappropriate by Wilfred Mandinde of the Zimbabwe NGO Forum. Mandinde declared:
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We have seen arms of the State acting like paramilitaries of Zanu-PF. This has to stop.
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According to reports, ZANU PF’s chief agents received US$200 in allowances, while roving agents received US$160, and ordinary agents received US$120. ZANU PF had previously claimed to have millions of dollars for the elections.
In Gutu District, there were reports of widespread harassment by FAZ operatives, resulting in numerous opposition supporters being imprisoned and required to pay substantial fines for minor altercations. Ephraim Murudu, a CCC candidate in Gutu West and a war veteran, was allegedly fined US$300, which had to be paid immediately, following an incident involving a FAZ member.
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ZANU PF Polling Agents Allegedly Received Allowances From CIO Offices

<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Nelson_Chamisa/">Nelson Chamisa</a>, the leader of the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Citizens%27_Coalition_for_Change/">Citizens’ Coalition for Change (CCC)</a>, claimed that he is being consulted by leaders from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) for his opinions on resolving Zimbabwe’s political deadlock after the disputed general election.
Speaking at a CCC provincial council meeting in <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Chinhoyi/">Chinhoyi</a>, Chamisa maintained that he won the 23-24 August 2023 presidential election despite intimidation tactics used by the ZANU PF-aligned <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Forever_Associates_Zimbabwe/">Forever Associates of Zimbabwe (FAZ)</a> and other forms of rigging.
Chamisa highlighted that the significant achievement of the recent elections was bringing attention to the problematic nature of conducting elections in Zimbabwe after four decades of contested outcomes. He stated that he had a lengthy video conference call with SADC officials who sought his proposals for resolving the political impasse in the country. Chamisa said:
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I had a meeting with leaders of SADC asking me how l see things and what should be done because this country now has two governments.
I told SADC that the people of Zimbabwe are clear on what they want and are saying what is called an election is the ability of people to make a decision about who should lead and guide the country, and not the chaos we witnessed here.
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The CCC has submitted a dossier to SADC outlining the desired path for the country’s future, and Chamisa expressed optimism that their struggle would ultimately succeed, leading to his inauguration. He urged supporters to be patient as processes to challenge President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration unfold.
After the meeting in Mzari, Chamisa visited Chinhoyi’s Hunyani suburb to honour the late Ward 2 Councillor Patricia Chibaya, who passed away after a brief illness. Chamisa praised Chibaya as an exceptional leader known for her ability to unite people. He expressed deep sadness over her loss and paid his respects to her, acknowledging her qualities of influence, impact, dignity, integrity, and excellence. Chamisa expressed his admiration and respect for her leadership. Councillor Chibaya’s funeral will take place on Saturday at Chemagamba Cemetery.
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Chamisa Says He's Being Consulted By SADC Leaders On Zimbabwe's Political Deadlock

President <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Emmerson_Mnangagwa/">Emmerson Mnangagwa</a> is reportedly planning a significant reorganisation of the administrative system and structure of government in the near future which will likely result in notable departures and appointments.
<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Misheck_Sibanda/">Misheck Sibanda</a>, the chief secretary to the president and cabinet, who has served for two decades, will retire, as will <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Prince_Machaya/">Prince Machaya</a>, the attorney general.
Furthermore, Mnangagwa intends to announce a new head for the<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Anti-Corruption_Commission/"> Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC)</a> and appoint a fresh Prosecutor General, according to information provided to ZimLive.
Sources say the reorganisation will also extend to the Central Intelligence Organisation, as Mnangagwa has expressed his desire for Deputy Director General <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Asher_Walter_Tapfumaneyi/">Walter Tapfumaneyi</a> to join the diplomatic service. Tapfumaneyi allegedly oversaw the ZANU PF-affiliated <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Forever_Associates_Zimbabwe/">Forever Associates of Zimbabwe</a> (FAZ), which was criticised by several election observer missions for engaging in intimidation tactics against opposition supporters during the recent general elections. An anonymous source spoke about Tapfumaneyi:
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He became very emotional in the meeting with Mnangagwa. He feels he is being demoted, and not rewarded for FAZ’s election activities which he believes secured Mnangagwa victory.
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Sibanda and Machiya are set to depart their positions as they have reached the retirement age of 65. The role of prosecutor general has been vacant since <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Kumbirai_Hodzi/">Kumbirai Hodzi</a> resigned in March last year, and <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Nelson_Mutsonziwa/">Nelson Mutsonziwa</a> has been serving as an acting replacement. According to amended regulations announced in 2020 by the Public Service Commission (PSC), public servants appointed before May 1, 1992, have a retirement age of 65, while those appointed on or after that date have a retirement age of 60.
There are potential changes on the horizon, with Justice <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Loice_Matanda-Moyo/">Loice Matanda-Moyo</a> potentially being removed as the top anti-corruption official. Matanda-Moyo could potentially return to the bench or assume the role of prosecutor general. Additionally, <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Virginia_Mabiza/">Virginia Mabiza</a>, the justice secretary, is being considered for the position of top prosecutor, along with Florence Ziyambi, the former deputy attorney general.
Mabiza is also a candidate for the position of chief secretary to the president and cabinet, although <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Martin_Rushwaya/">Martin Rushwaya</a>, Sibanda’s current deputy, is a strong contender. Mnangagwa is reportedly leaning towards lawyer Thembinkosi Magwaliba as his next attorney general.
Mnangagwa won the recent elections for his final term. He appointed relatives to his cabinet, including his son and nephew. Sources say there are plans to create a government role for his son, <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Emmerson_Mnangagwa_Junior/">Emmerson Mnangagwa Junior</a>, possibly as a director or adviser to justify his presence in meetings with foreign investors.
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President Mnangagwa Reportedly Planning Significant Government Reorganisation

The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum, consisting of 21 human rights organizations, has released a statement regarding the 2023 harmonized elections held on August 23-24. The Forum expressed concern over various irregularities, including voting delays, absence of voting materials, ballot paper anomalies, and intimidation of voters. They highlighted the presence of Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ), a quasi-security intelligence organization, near polling stations and their involvement in intimidation tactics. The Forum also noted instances of police brutality, misconduct, and intimidation directed at citizens and journalists. They further raised concerns about the integrity of the voter’s roll. The Forum provided recommendations for addressing these irregularities and ensuring a safe and fair electoral process. Pindula News presents the statement below.
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<h3>23-24 August Harmonised Elections </h3>
<h3>Unpacking An Election Like No Other</h3>
From the delayed opening of polling stations, absence of voting material in polling stations, ballot paper anomalies, non-appearance of names on voters’ roll, contestations around night voting, voter intimidation, raids on CSO offices, and unjustified arrests of the same — the 2023 harmonized election was marred with election irregularities rendering it a topsy — turvy election devoid of integrity and constitutionalism. The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum (the Forum) – a coalition of twenty-one human rights-based organisations whose mandate is anchored on coordinating the human rights discourse in Zimbabwe deployed election observers across the 210 constituencies in the country to monitor, document and report on adherence to due process and human rights violations during elections. Through its members and accredited local observers, the Forum identified, verified, and documented the following electoral irregularities.
<h3>Of election illegalities and irregularities. </h3>
In urban constituencies in Harare, Bulawayo and Manicaland polling day was characterised by delayed opening of polling stations mostly due to absence of voting materials, late arrival of ballot papers and depletion of ballot papers. This is despite the fact that the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) had communicated and assured both the electorate and foreign observer missions that it was fully prepared to manage this democratic process. According to ZEC, only 23% of polling stations in Harare Province, 85% in Manicaland, and 75% in Bulawayo opened on time (0700hrs) on 23 August 2023. The net effect of this was voter apathy, and frustration on the part of the electorate forcing some to walk away without voting. By the end of 23 August, reports emerged of polling stations opening between 1500hrs to 2200hrs. Specifically, polling stations at Glen View 1 Primary School, Glen Norah A-Shiriyedenga Primary School, Cowdray Park Primary School in Bulawayo and Budiriro 2 Primary School in Harare opened between 1500hrs to 1800hrs. Polling stations at Cold Comfort, Mabelreign and Budiriro Polling Stations opened at 1930hrs whilst Glen Norah A, AFM Church Polling Station only opened around 2300hrs. In the case of Chembira School in Glen Norah Ward 28, no polling took place at all on 23 August 2023.
<h3>The historic and sustained culture of intimidation</h3>
The Forum also received worrying reports of a quasi-security intelligence organisation, Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ) that exhibited intimidatory antics in the proximity of multiple polling stations nationwide on polling day. Through monitoring the pre-election phase, the Forum identified the dominance of FAZ in many voters’ intimidation and violence cases.
FAZ members set up Exit Poll Survey desks in the proximity of polling stations. They were taking names and identity details of voters before and after voting. In some areas like Binga and Norton, there were fierce confrontations between FAZ and citizens. Reports of intimidation orchestrated by FAZ were also reported by Forum accredited observers and members in Gokwe Central, Binga, Insiza North, Hatfield, Warren Park, Bikita Gwariro, Haig Park Primary School, Nashville High School, Sadza, Chivi North, Nkulumane 10 just to mention a few. Their presence defied the formal communication that had been shared by ZRP that declared that gatherings around polling stations were not permitted on polling day. Intimidation by FAZ cannot be ignored as this brings to question the free aspect of the election.
<h3>A culture of electoral violence</h3>
The Forum is also disturbed by spurts of police brutality, misconduct and intimidation towards either citizens or journalists on polling day. Journalists covering Makoni South Constituency were chased away from the polling station by the police. In some instances, the police were allegedly working in cahoots with FAZ members. For example, in Chiredzi West and Nandi Primary School, FAZ and ZRP allegedly chased away journalists. Intimidation by police was also seen in Dangamvura, Ward 7 in Mutare where voters raised an alert that there were two police water cannon vehicles at the polling station. The Forum also identified cases of interparty violence and arbitrary arrests on polling day. In Goromonzi South it was reported that ZANU-PF members attacked the CCC candidate, Rueben Chikudo and his chief election agent among other CCC supporters on 24 August. It is alleged that the CCC chief elections agent was injured and is in hospital as a result of the assault. CCC supporter, Godfrey Chiatake was also allegedly assaulted at the instigation of the aspiring member of parliament for ZANU-PF Nhatiso Makusha at DA Agritex Hall Bikita West. ZANU-PF Kwekwe Central, ward 8 local authority aspirant, Edu Makomborero Mlambo was allegedly assaulted by CCC members — a police report was filed. Examples of arbitrary arrests include the arrest of Chitungwiza South Constituency member of parliament for CCC, Maxwell Mavhunga in the early hours of 24 August 2023 and citizens who were also arrested on 23 August 2023 after they questioned the legality of the operations by FAZ in Mutasa and Mutare.
Attacks against human rights defenders The Forum remains shocked by the raid and arrests of 39 civic society members from Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN) and Election Resources Center (ERC) on 24 August. Both organisations, which had been accredited by ZEC were operating within their mandate of informing citizens in real time on happenings on polling day and conducting parallel tabulation of election results which is legal. Since 2100hrs on 23 August, the arrested persons were being held incommunicado until around midday on 24 August when the ZRP Spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi issued a statement confirming their arrest. They were charged with contravening sec 66 of the Electoral Act which criminalises purported publication of results before official announcement. It is clear from the proceedings that police officers arrested to investigate and denied arrested persons access to legal counsel for more than 12 hours. The arrested persons were granted US$200 bail each at the Harare Magistrate’s Court on 25 August 2023, which remains one of the harshest bail set for human rights defenders in recent times.
Integrity of the voter’s roll The Forum is further perturbed by issues around the integrity of the voter’s roll. This manifested in the absence of a voters roll at some urban polling stations, missing names of voters despite participation in the inspection processes, fatal errors in the reflection of names and appearance of names in other polling stations other than the one identified in the inspection phase. Political parties did not have access to the final voters roll until less than a week before polling. Despite the Electoral Act espousing that at least 48 hours before polling all polling stations should have displayed the voter’s roll, this was not the case. One polling station in Glen Norah Harare did not have a displayed voters roll as of 2300hrs on the first day of polling which was outside the normal polling times, which was due to end at 1900hrs. A substantial number of citizens estimated to be 1 in 15 voters were turned away from polling stations because their names were missing on the voters’ roll. For example, in Epworth, Dangamvura, Nkulumane 10, Kuwadzana Phase 3, Bulawayo South Ward 5, Hopley. Citizens who were victims of this were disenfranchised of their right to vote and this was grossly unfair to them.
<h3>Our Recommendations</h3>
The listed irregularities are not exhaustive and it is against this background that the Forum strongly urges the Zimbabwean government to urgently: 
i. Mandate ZRP to investigate and publicly bring to finality the brutal attacks on the electorate at Kambuzuma Polling Station. 
ii. Immediately drop all charges against the 39 civic society members who were arrested for discharging their mandate and to return confiscated material. 
iii. Acknowledge and address the gross polling day process irregularities before pursuing a rushed electoral outcome. 
iv. Set up an independent fact-finding body that will reach concrete findings that explain ZEC’s gross unpreparedness or engineered incompetence and publicly-level liability on ZEC.
 v. Publicly bring named FAZ voter intimidation and violence perpetrators to book. 
vi. Compel ZRP to investigate and arrest all named perpetrators of political violence on polling days. 
vii. Ensure a safe and peaceful environment that is rid of intimidation and harassment for all citizens as they await pronouncement of results.
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Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum Raises Concerns Over 2023 Election Irregularities

A press conference held by the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) was interrupted by suspected members of  Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ) group at SAPES Trust in Harare on Saturday. During the chaos, unidentified men in their 30s or 40s disembarked an an unregistered vehicle and took press papers being read by CCC spokesperson Promise Mkwananzi. Media personnel tried to identify themselves, but they did not reveal their identities. Media and CCC officials followed them to the car which left the scene a moments later. CCC officials arrested the man who took the papers, declaring their intention to hand him over to the police.
During the press conference, Mkwananzi discussed recent developments following the August 23-24 elections. He commended “impartial” foreign observer missions such as SADC, Commonwealth, and the EU. These missions acknowledged that the elections did not fully meet constitutional requirements. They raised concerns about flaws in the delimitation process, delayed release of the Voters’ Roll by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC), high fees for accessing the Voters’ Roll, disruption of opposition rallies, unconstitutionality of the Patriotic Bill, disqualification of a presidential candidate, high nomination fees, insufficient progress in achieving gender parity, concerns about the independence of the Judiciary, allegations of voter intimidation, controversies surrounding postal voting, and biased state-owned media favoring the ruling party. The observer missions also noted that the elections were conducted peacefully.
Mkwananzi reported incidents of violence across the country. He stated that ZANU PF officials assaulted CCC members during vote counting and verification. He provided an example of an assault on Solomon Hodhera of CCC by Ngonidzashe Mudekunye, the ZANU PF candidate for Buhera South constituency, at Muzokoomba Business Centre on August 24. A police report was filed under reference number RRB52934361223. Dorothy Musonza of Harare South and her agents were abducted, and polling agents were chased away. Ellen Chakaneta’s house was reportedly burnt in Buhera, and some members’ houses were pelted with stones in Highlands. Mkwananzi said over 100 such incidents were recorded nationwide.
Mkwananzi mentioned that the data they received indicated a favorable position for Nelson Chamisa to win the presidential election. He urged ZEC to promptly and accurately announce the results. He called upon Zimbabweans to remain peaceful and vigilant against any attempts to undermine the will of the people.
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Suspected FAZ Members Disrupt CCC Presser In Harare

Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ), a group associated with Zimbabwe’s ruling ZANU PF,  has come under scrutiny for alleged involvement in vote manipulation. Critics view this as a calculated effort to maintain Emmerson Mnangagwa’s hold on power.
Registered as a private non-governmental organization, FAZ openly aims to assist Mnangagwa in dominating the upcoming general election. However, opposition parties and civic activists have accused FAZ of voter intimidation and interference in electoral processes.
According to Zivanai Muzorodzi, director of Community Tolerance Reconciliation and Development, an NGO in Masvingo, FAZ members have been distributing deceptive information, such as falsely claiming that FAZ would be present at polling stations where voter registration is required before voting, prior to the August 23 election.
The Citizens Coalition for Change, led by Nelson Chamisa, has alleged that FAZ orchestrated a bold scheme to fund counterfeit opposition candidates, aiming to create confusion among voters. The CCC further asserts that FAZ played a role in the lawsuit that nearly led to the deregistration of twelve candidates in Bulawayo, although they were eventually reinstated by the courts. Gift Siziba, one of the candidates and deputy spokesperson of the party said:
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We know FAZ was behind it. No ordinary citizens would have the time and money to spend on such litigation.
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Pedzisai Ruhanya, director of the Zimbabwe Democracy Institute, characterised FAZ as a “hybrid securocrat organisation” encompassing elements of the military, intelligence services, and the police, despite any denials. Ruhanya stated:
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It has a civilian component but that’s meant to hide the fact that it’s the securocrats who are in charge. No civilian organisation has the resources or the power to do what FAZ does.
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However, Walter Tapfumaneyi, the deputy director-general for operations at the CIO, refuted claims of intelligence involvement in FAZ, stating that they were a false narrative propagated by the opposition and aligned media. He told the Financial Times:
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I have nothing to do with Forever Associates Zimbabwe, either personally or officially. 
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Tapfumaneyi, however, conceded that his wife was a member and that a son was a FAZ founder before ending his membership adding that his family’s involvement does not make him an owner or controller of FAZ.
The specific membership and resources of FAZ remain undisclosed, but reports from opposition activists and the group’s social media presence indicate a significant presence, including rallies in rural areas where opposition parties have traditionally faced restrictions. According to FAZ’s website, their campaign activities include personal voter contact through door-to-door visits, aiming to dominate the political landscape while denying the same opportunities to opponents.
Kudakwashe Munsaka, the FAZ president, acknowledged the group’s affiliation with Zanu-PF and its role in supporting the party’s campaign efforts, including voter mobilization. However, he denied any wrongdoing or illegality in FAZ’s election activities, emphasizing their commitment to non-violence and refuting allegations of voter intimidation. Munsaka also attributed the confusion caused by false candidates within the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) to the CCC’s own organizational shortcomings. He said:
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Violence and intimidation are absolutely alien to our ways. Allegations of threatening villagers on where to vote are equally false, unfounded and denied with the contempt they deserve. 
You cannot operate a structureless party and then later on you want to blame [FAZ] for causing confusion.
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According to <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200015508/the-shadowy-ngo-accused-of-manipulating-zimbabwe-election-process">NewsDay</a>, FAZ’s actions reflect internal divisions within ZANU PF, with some party members accusing FAZ of removing ZAANU PF stalwarts and ministers during the primaries. Analysts suggest that these divisions stem from conflicts over access to patronage within ZANU PF, similar to the tensions that led to the 2017 coup and Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rise to power. Resentment has grown due to the accumulation of substantial wealth by individuals close to Mnangagwa.
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