ZANU PF Youth League Rejects Chivayo’s Money Donation To Parliament | Full Text

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We have taken note of reports circulating on social media alleging that businessman Mr Wicknell Chivayo intends to donate US$3.6 million to Parliament.

As the Youth League, we are not opposed to Mr Chivayo’s broader philanthropic activities; he is at liberty to extend his generosity to any political party or individuals of his choice. As a citizen of this great nation of Zimbabwe, which is working towards the fruition of an Upper Middle Income Economy By the Year 2030 (Vision 2030), his contributions towards this vision are most welcome. Not just his, but any contribution by any individual is welcome, as long as it is channeled responsibly and correctly.Political analysis reports

Mr Chivhayo has done a great job of helping Zimbabweans, and is indeed entitled to do so.

However, as the Youth League, we firmly take a stand against any attempts real or perceived to influence any arm of Government, be it the Executive, the Judiciary or the august house of Parliament.

Parliament is the backbone of democracy, where the desires, needs and aspirations of the Zimbabwean people are tumed into laws, oversight and accountability.

If he wishes, Mr Chivhayo can instead undertake developmental initiatives within communities directly, rather than through State Institutions. We trust that he was either ill-advised or acted without a full appreciation of the proper role and functions of Parliament. Going forward, he must be guided accordingly.

As the Youth League, We are expected to be guided by ethical standards to ensure integrity, transparent and public trust as I undertake my legislative duties. We call upon Members of Parliament to also take a stand against any attempt to bring the Parliament of Zimbabwe into disrepute, We have an obligation to our constituencies, and the nation at large, to safeguard Zimbabwe’s democracy.Politics

As the Youth League, we are not only the vanguard of ZANU PF, but the nation. We are the pulse, the heartbeat of Zimbabwe, and as such we stand ready to defend, support, and build on the successes of previous generations. The current political developments are borne out of the will of the people, and cannot be forced or bought.

This position is guided by our unwavering support for the leadership and vision of His Excellency the President of Zimbabwe, Cde Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mangagwa. It also reflects our confidence in the systems and leadership already in place under his astute leadership, which continues to deliver for the people of Zimbabwe.