Morgan Tsvangirai, leader of Zimbabwe's main opposition party MDC, expresses satisfaction with the feedback from consultations across the country regarding a potential coalition for the upcoming elections. Despite receiving permission to form alliances, many locals show distrust towards other parties, fearing deceit. Tsvangirai is advised to cautiously approach the coalition, ensuring it includes sensible parties capable of ousting the current government. Some supporters are particularly wary of parties with former Zanu PF members. Tsvangirai assures the public of his commitment to forming a genuine coalition to remove President Robert Mugabe from power.

Suspected supporters of Zanu PF reportedly burned down the homestead of MDC-T Masvingo youth chairman Phillip Chingini, destroying property worth $9,000. Chingini accused the assailants of targeting him for organizing MDC supporters to attend a demonstration. MDC-T provincial leader Muranganwa Chanyau noted an increase in political violence, while Zanu PF provincial chairman Amasa Nenjana denied the allegations. Masvingo police have not commented on the incident.

Suspected supporters of Zanu PF reportedly burned down the homestead of MDC-T Masvingo youth chairman Phillip Chingini, destroying property worth $9,000. Chingini accused the assailants of targeting him for organizing MDC supporters to attend a demonstration. MDC-T provincial leader Muranganwa Chanyau noted an increase in political violence, while Zanu PF provincial chairman Amasa Nenjana denied the allegations. Masvingo police have not commented on the incident.

Civic society leaders in Zimbabwe are alarmed by the pervasive presence of state security agents in their meetings, which they believe is curtailing freedoms of association and speech. This issue was highlighted during a meeting in Masvingo organized by the Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition. Participants, including Marvellous Khumalo, Masimba Gonese, Prophet Tapfumaneyi Zenda, and Prosper Tiringidi, voiced their concerns about the intimidation and rights violations caused by these agents. Despite the challenges, they remain committed to advocating for justice and fighting for their rights.