Zimbabwe: Residents Defy Zanu-PF Threats, Continue Striking Over Poor Service Delivery

Masvingo — MASVINGO residents say they will not be bowed to any form of intimidation from Zanu PF, the state and their local council to stop protests demanding better service delivery despite repeated threats they are receiving.

In recent weeks, the residents grouping under the banner, "Masvingo United Residents and Rate Payers Alliance (MURRA)", has been holding wildcat demonstrations demanding improved service delivery including, a reduction of council rates, more water supplies, improved refuse collection and road repairs.

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