Yes. By day, we speak of free and fair elections, but by night, it's about winning at any cost even if it means repeating or surpassing the violence … - Theresa Makoni

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Yes. By day, we speak of free and fair elections, but by night, it's about winning at any cost even if it means repeating or surpassing the violence of 2008.

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About Theresa Makoni

Theresa Makone (born October 6, 1952, at Highfield Clinic in Zimbabwe) previously served as the Minister of Public Works and is currently a Member of the House of Assembly for Harare North. Her father, Titus Chigariro, was a school teacher, and her mother was a housewife. As the eldest of ten children, she hails from the Domboshava district.

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Until recently, many of us believed in the promise of a peaceful Zimbabwe, particularly following the President's assurances. We were convinced this election would be different. However, recent events have been a harsh reality check for all of us who were hopeful. It’s now apparent that the level of violence we may witness this time could be unlike anything we've seen before.

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