Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has accused the Zimbabwean government of using bribery, infiltration, and state power to weaken the opposition. His remarks come as claims of infiltration within the CCC have resurfaced, with Chamisa stating that recent developments have exposed what he described as the government's 'true colours.'
Chamisa, who left the CCC in early 2024, has been a vocal critic of President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration. The CCC has faced internal divisions and external pressures, including allegations of state interference. In a statement, Chamisa said the government's tactics are aimed at undermining democratic processes in Zimbabwe.
The claims of infiltration are not new; similar allegations were made during the 2023 general elections, when the CCC accused the ruling ZANU-PF party of trying to co-opt its members. The CCC has also faced legal challenges over its leadership structure, which Chamisa has linked to state manipulation.
As of August 2026, there has been no official response from the Zimbabwean government to Chamisa's latest accusations. The political situation in Zimbabwe remains tense, with opposition parties calling for electoral reforms and greater transparency.
