Zimbabwe Opposition Leader Nelson Chamisa Quits Over Party Hijacking

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Zimbabwe Opposition Leader Nelson Chamisa Quits Over Party Hijacking
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Zimbabwe's opposition leader Nelson Chamisa has resigned from his party, citing government interference and sabotage. He accused the ruling Zanu-PF party of hijacking and contaminating his party, the CCC, and announced plans to form a new party. Chamisa, who garnered significant support in urban areas, blamed President Emmerson Mnangagwa for various issues in Zimbabwe and criticized the state of the country under his leadership. The move is seen as deepening political turmoil in the country, where high inflation, unemployment, and censorship persist.

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