A disturbing video has surfaced, allegedly showing the Zanu-PF chairman for Mutasa district engaged in a violent altercation with his wife over US$5 meant for his beer.
The video, which has been widely shared on social media, shows the chairman, whose identity has not been disclosed, locked in a fist fight with his spouse, with both individuals visibly bleeding from the mouth.
In the background, a woman’s voice can be heard pleading with the couple to stop fighting, but her pleas fall on deaf ears. The video is distressing and suggests a deeper issue other than a mere US$5.
Zanu-PF Speaks As Chairman Beats Wife Over US$5 Meant for Beer in Viral Video
In response to the incident, Farai Marapira, the Zanu-PF director of information, condemned the actions seen in the video. He stated that the ruling party and its leader, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, do not tolerate any form of violence.
Marapira emphasized that Zanu-PF has a clear policy against violence, as outlined by the President, and encourages all citizens, including its members, to find peaceful resolutions to disputes.
“What can be seen in the video is a clear case of domestic violence. As Zanu-PF our policy towards violence of any kind is clear as has been enunciated by His Excellency, President E. D. Mnangagwa time and time again. We do not condone any violence and encourage all citizens to adhere to the wisdom of His Excellency in finding peaceful resolutions to disputes of any nature,” he said.
Party Investigation Underway
He assured that the party will launch its own investigation into the matter and let the law take its course.
“As a party, we institute our own investigations into any cases of illegality allegedly perpetrated by members. As Zanu-PF, our members have an extra obligation to adhere to the dictates of the law. We do condone any such actions and we shall stand guided by police investigations,” Marapira said.