“Recalled CCC councillors and MPs barred from by-elections, ruling leads to uncontested Mabvuku Tafara MP seat.”
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#BREAKING Recalled CCC councillors and MPs barred from standing in Saturday’s by-elections after the High Court ruled that the acceptance of their nomination papers by ZEC was unlawful. Ruling means Pedzisai Scott Sakupwanya elected unopposed as Mabvuku Tafara MP (Zanu PF) pic.twitter.com/8uRX55Qm8E
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Recalled CCC Councillors and MPs Barred from Standing in By-Elections
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In a significant ruling, the High Court has declared that the acceptance of nomination papers from recalled CCC councillors and MPs by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) was unlawful. As a result, these individuals will be barred from standing in the upcoming by-elections scheduled for Saturday.
The ruling has sparked controversy and raised questions about the legitimacy of the previous acceptance of nomination papers by ZEC. The decision means that Pedzisai Scott Sakupwanya has been elected unopposed as the Mabvuku Tafara MP, representing the Zanu PF party.
The recalled CCC councillors and MPs were initially elected under the banner of the Movement for Democratic Change Alliance led by Nelson Chamisa. However, the CCC faction led by Thokozani Khupe successfully recalled these individuals, arguing that they no longer represented the interests of their constituents.
The court ruling is seen as a blow to the CCC faction led by Khupe, as it effectively prevents their rivals from contesting in the by-elections. This has sparked concerns about the fairness and inclusivity of the electoral process, with critics arguing that it undermines the principle of free and fair elections.
The ruling comes amidst a tense political climate in Zimbabwe, with ongoing power struggles within the ruling party and opposition factions. The by-elections were expected to provide an opportunity for parties to gauge public support and strengthen their positions ahead of the next general election.
However, with the barred CCC councillors and MPs unable to stand in the by-elections, the outcome could be skewed in favor of the Zanu PF party. This has raised concerns among opposition supporters, who fear that the ruling party will gain an unfair advantage.
The decision also highlights the need for electoral reforms in Zimbabwe. Many argue that the current system allows for the manipulation of the electoral process and undermines the democratic rights of citizens.
As the country prepares for the by-elections, all eyes will be on the electoral commission to ensure transparency and fairness in the process. It remains to be seen how this ruling will impact the political landscape in Zimbabwe and whether it will lead to calls for wider electoral reforms.
For now, Pedzisai Scott Sakupwanya stands elected unopposed as the Mabvuku Tafara MP, while the disqualified CCC councillors and MPs are left to ponder their political futures..
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@zimlive said #BREAKING Recalled CCC councillors and MPs barred from standing in Saturday's by-elections after the High Court ruled that the acceptance of their nomination papers by ZEC was unlawful. Ruling means Pedzisai Scott Sakupwanya elected unopposed as Mabvuku Tafara MP (Zanu PF)
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