By A Correspondent

Clive Malunga, a renowned musician and former freedom fighter, has sharply criticized President Emmerson Mnangagwa, accusing him of running Zimbabwe “like a tuckshop” and being “heartless” in his leadership. This is not the first time Malunga has taken aim at Mnangagwa, having previously voiced concerns about his leadership late last year.

In a viral video posted on social media, Malunga expressed his growing frustration with Zimbabwe’s leadership. “You see, fear factor is our major setback. Mr. Mnangagwa is taking us for granted. He is failing to feed the nation. This has gone too far. We have to challenge this,” he said, clearly agitated by the nation’s ongoing economic struggles.

Malunga also drew a direct comparison between Mnangagwa and former president Robert Mugabe, who was ousted in 2017. “Remember Robert Mugabe also exploited us, and now Mnangagwa is doing the same thing. Mr. Mnangagwa is heartless,” Malunga remarked, emphasizing his belief that the current leadership is repeating the mistakes of the past.

The musician’s comments come amid growing concerns over Zimbabwe’s economic hardships, including rampant inflation, poverty, and unemployment. Malunga’s harsh critique has ignited a broad debate across the country, with many Zimbabweans weighing in on his remarks.

Supporters of Malunga’s stance commend his courage in speaking out, viewing him as a defender of free speech and accountability. However, others have criticized his approach, claiming that his criticisms are divisive and unproductive.

As the debate continues to unfold, Malunga remains a vocal critic of Mnangagwa’s administration, with his remarks contributing to the wider conversation about the future of Zimbabwe’s leadership and governance.

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