The main opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) in Zimbabwe reported that an opposition supporter, Tinashe Chitsunge, was tragically killed while en route to an election rally.
This incident occurred during a period of escalating contention and violence in the campaign.
According to CCC spokesperson Fadzayi Mahere, Chitsunge was part of a group of supporters who were attacked and stoned as they were making their way to a rally in Glen Norah, a suburb of the capital, Harare.
Social media posts showed images of a man lying on the ground in a pool of blood, with the party’s yellow T-shirts covering his head.
Videos shared on social media depicted the attack, as a large group threw a barrage of stones at a lorry carrying CCC supporters, tearing campaign posters off the vehicle.
In response to the tragedy, Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Information conveyed its condolences and stated that the police were investigating the incident.
The violence surrounding the campaign has raised concerns and highlighted the need for peace and security during this crucial period in Zimbabwe’s political landscape.
