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Tinashe Sambiri\u2013 A social media post by ZANU PF activist Cleopas Mukungunugwa praising a \u201cdevelopment drive\u201d led by Owen Ncube in Gokwe Kana has sparked criticism, with observers dismissing it as political propaganda masking deeper governance concerns.<\/p>\n
In the Facebook post shared on Wednesday, Mukungunugwa painted an overwhelmingly positive picture of Ncube\u2019s visit, describing it as a \u201cfull day of engagements\u201d focused on development and community upliftment. <\/p>\n
However, critics argue the narrative appears carefully crafted to glorify political figures while ignoring the realities on the ground.<\/p>\n
The post claims Ncube addressed party supporters and commended them for maintaining peace during consultations on Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, which reportedly paves the way for Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Bill, now endorsed, allows President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa to lead until 2030, a move supporters say will ensure continuity and stability for ongoing national development projects,\u201d Mukungunugwa wrote.<\/p>\n
Yet critics say such messaging raises concerns about the politicisation of constitutional processes, with allegations that \u201cconsultations\u201d are being used to rubber-stamp controversial changes rather than genuinely reflect public opinion.<\/p>\n
The activist also highlighted the donation of 70 cattle ahead of Independence celebrations, presenting it as a gesture of unity and food security. <\/p>\n
However, some observers view such donations as vote-buying tactics disguised as philanthropy.<\/p>\n
\u201cHonourable Owen Ncube donated 70 cattle to Gokwe Kana Constituency,\u201d the post reads, adding that the move would \u201cboost community participation\u201d and \u201cstrengthen unity.\u201d<\/p>\n
Questions have also been raised about the sustainability and transparency of several projects mentioned, including borehole installations, classroom construction, and ICT donations. <\/p>\n
While these initiatives were described as transformative, critics argue there is little independent verification of their completion or long-term impact.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery ward now has access to clean, safe drinking water,\u201d the post claims, while also stating that classroom blocks are \u201c90% done\u201d and that connectivity projects are \u201c50% complete\u201d \u2014 figures some say highlight unfinished work being prematurely celebrated.<\/p>\n
The post further asserts that laptops, Starlink kits, and network boosters are being rolled out to bridge the digital divide, but sceptics argue that such announcements are often repeated with limited follow-through in rural areas.<\/p>\n
\u201cImproved mobile and internet coverage will support schools, clinics, businesses, and emergency services,\u201d Mukungunugwa wrote, a claim critics say has yet to materialise in many underserved communities.<\/p>\n
Promises around electrification and irrigation schemes have also been met with doubt, with some pointing to a pattern of ambitious pledges that fail to meet deadlines.<\/p>\n
\u201cBy 2026, all schools and clinics in Gokwe Kana Constituency will be connected to electricity,\u201d the post claims \u2014 a timeline that critics argue may be overly optimistic given past delays in similar projects.<\/p>\n
While the post concludes that \u201cno one and no place is left behind,\u201d detractors argue the message reflects a growing trend of political self-promotion, where grand claims of development are amplified online even as many communities continue to face persistent challenges.<\/p>\n
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