Silethemba Mlauzi
The United Zimbabwe Alliance (UZA) has accused the Zimbabwean government of betraying the legacy of the liberation struggle. In a damning statement released on Heroes Day, the opposition party painted a bleak picture of a nation far removed from the dreams of its founding fathers.
UZA argued that Zimbabwe’s independence, achieved at a tremendous human cost, has been squandered by a government more concerned with self-enrichment than the welfare of its citizens. The party claimed that the ruling ZANU PF has strayed far from its original manifesto, which promised a nationalist, socialist, and democratic republic.
“Today, Zimbabwe is a shadow of its potential,” said UZA in the statement. “Our economy is in ruins, our people are suffering, and our democracy is under threat. This is not the Zimbabwe that our heroes fought and died for.”
The opposition party also criticized the government’s treatment of war veterans, many of whom live in abject poverty despite their sacrifices. UZA contended that the true heroes of Zimbabwe are not just those who fought in the bush, but also the ordinary citizens who continue to struggle against adversity.
“Our teachers, nurses, and civil servants are the unsung heroes who keep our country afloat,” UZA declared. “They deserve our respect and support.”
The statement concluded with a call for a new Zimbabwe, one that is built on the principles of justice, equality, and prosperity. UZA urged citizens to unite and demand accountability from their leaders.
