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.
Picture of Mr Gorejena on hospital bed has been published with his consent
He has cancer.
The go fund has been launched to assist Mr Gorejena, kindly contribute using this platform:
In an exclusive interview, Mr. Gorejena shared, “I have been unwell for the past few months, and my condition has worsened significantly. Initially, I relied on my savings and support from relatives and fellow supporters of President Chamisa. However, as my illness persists, the financial strain has become overwhelming. I humbly request assistance from the community during this challenging time. May God bless you all.”
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Currently, Mr. Gorejena is bedridden, facing an uphill battle against his illness. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, Change Radio, under the leadership of Chief Svosve, organized a fundraising program on Sunday evening to rally support for Mr. Gorejena’s medical needs.
Speaking on a program organized by Change Radio to support the fundraiser former North America provincial chairperson for President Chamisa Chief Svosve urged citizens to join hands in helping a fellow Champion, expressed his deep concern, stating, “My heart aches for Mr. Gorejena’s current health predicament. I will contribute personally to his cause, but we need collective effort to gather sufficient funds to aid our brother in his time of need.”
The response from President Chamisa’s supporters has been overwhelmingly positive, with many stepping forward to offer their assistance through financial contributions, prayers, and moral support. Mr. Gorejena is known as a staunch pro-democracy activist, deeply committed to the well-being of his country and its citizens.
For those who wish to contribute to Mr. Gorejena’s medical fund, kindly to so urgently. Together, we can make a difference in the life of a dedicated citizen in his time of need.
Mr. Gorejena may need to seek medical treatment outside of Zimbabwe due to the inadequate healthcare services within the country, which are both limited and costly. The current state of health services is a direct consequence of the failures of the ZANU-PF government and the leadership of Emmerson Mnangagwa.
Even members of ZANU-PF themselves are opting for treatment abroad, as the deteriorating healthcare infrastructure in Zimbabwe’s public hospitals and the high costs associated with private healthcare have made local options increasingly untenable. This situation underscores the urgent need for reform in the healthcare sector, as many citizens, regardless of their political affiliations, are forced to look beyond their borders for essential medical care.
