Month: January 2025

Breaking News: Former Glenview South MP Grandmore Hakata Passes Away

By Tsitsi Ngara Maphosa   Former Glenview South Member of Parliament, Grandmore Hakata, has passed away. He succumbed to an illness related to diabetes. Born on December 3, 1969, he was 56 years old.   Mourners are gathered at Number 1137, Glen View 1, 10th Crescent, Glenview, Harare. Change Radio will continue to provide updates on the funeral proceedings.   As Change Radio, we extend our sincere condolences to the Hakata family. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.   Hon Hakata won the 2023 elections whilst he was in jail. He was arrested together with 39...

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Will Zimbabweans Stand Up to Defend the Constitution, or Will Dictatorship Prevail?

By Revesai Mavetera   Zimbabwe is abuzz with concern and criticism as the plan by Mr. Mnangagwa and ZANU PF to amend the constitution, potentially eliminating or delaying the 2028 elections becomes clearer. This move, seen by many as a way to consolidate power, has been met with pervasive disapproval and rejection among citizens and experts alike.   The Zimbabwean people, who fought tirelessly for their freedom, desire a leader who listens to their voices and governs in their best interest. Instead, accusations of self-serving leadership and disregard for democratic principles have been leveled against Mnangagwa’s administration.   Change...

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Bundiro constituency, led by Hon. Machingauta, laid to rest Bothwell Musatya, a pro- Chamisa lieutenant, in Gutu East

 Wezhira Munya   The pro-Chamisa community, along with the Barura family, mourns the loss of their courageous son, Bothwell “Shoko” Musatya Barura, who passed away in Harare. His funeral took place on Sunday, January 19, 2025, in Ward 36 of Gutu East constituency, where he was laid to rest.   Honorable Costa Machingauta, accompanied by hundreds of pro-Chamisa supporters from Budiriro, led the procession to Gutu East, honoring Barura’s contributions to the movement. Machingauta described Barura as a “vibrant and fearless youth member,” highlighting his dedication to mobilizing citizens in support of President Nelson Chamisa and advocating for a...

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President Chamisa’s 2023 Parliamentary Candidate in Mhangura, Garikayi Gorejena, Appeals for Medical Assistance

By Wezhira Munya   In a heartfelt plea, Mr Garikayi Gorejena, the former parliamentary candidate for the Mhangura constituency representing Nelson Chamisa in the 2023 harmonized elections, has reached out to the citizens of Zimbabwe and the international community for urgent medical assistance. Mr. Gorejena is seeking to raise $5,000 USD to cover escalating medical expenses related to his deteriorating health condition. He has cancer.   The go fund has been launched to assist Mr Gorejena, kindly contribute using this platform:   https://gofund.me/10827d86   In an exclusive interview, Mr. Gorejena shared, “I have been unwell for the past few...

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Any attempt to ‘edit’ our Constitution has no room in a Democracy

By Bruce Muswe   Unless you are the proverbial idiot that sings wedding songs at a funeral, you can blindly swallow the deceptive bait of the current authoritarian regime.   The journey of democracy in Zimbabwe is a muddy road. It is also full of slippery stepping stones. The current autocratic regime is good at feigning legitimacy. It manipulates and confounds people with its well oiled machinations. Its agenda is to impose a one party system of governance. Zimbabweans are tired of silly agendas. They need prosperity !   The putrid wind of the 2030 agenda must immediately go...

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