ZANU PF has deployed its campaign machinery in Mashonaland East province, where there is an upcoming by-election for two vacant local government seats.
The two seats in Chikomba district became vacant following the death of Zanu PF councillor Florence Mudzamiri (ward 7), while the ward 12 seat became open after former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) councillor Ishmael Maukazuva was jailed for having a sexual relationship with a minor.
The ruling party has already completed its internal selection process, fielding Pardon Mudzimu in ward 12 and Rosemary Fortunate Chakwanda in ward 7.
Speaking on the sidelines of the party’s provincial co-ordinating committee meeting in Marondera during the week, provincial chairman Daniel Garwe said campaign preparations were in full swing.
He said campaign teams had been deployed and resources were being channelled towards securing a victory.
He said the party held successful primary elections and that both candidates were duly approved during the nomination process.
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According to the provincial leadership, campaign activities have been scheduled in both wards, with major launches set for February 7 and 14 where party officials will mobilise voters ahead of the by-election.
Zanu PF officials said the ruling party remained confident of victory as the opposition has struggled to bag vacant seats in by-elections.
In December, Zanu PF won the vacant Nkulumane constituency seat in Bulawayo that was previously held by the opposition CCC.