Nelson Chamisa, a Zimbabwean opposition leader and former president of the Citizens Coalition for Change, has written a congratulatory message to the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the UK Labour Party following their victory in the recent general elections.
In a statement seen by newsreportzim.com, Chamisa emphasized that the voice of the citizens must always count and matter.
“It’s always refreshing and inspiring to witness democracy in action and see citizens empowered through the ballot. Citizens’ voices must always count and matter,” Chamisa said.
Taking to his X, chamisa wrote the following
“CONGRATULATIONS..I sincerely and heartily congratulate the new UK Prime Minister Sir @Keir_Starmer, and the @UKLabour party on the landslide victory they recorded in the General elections.”
“After witnessing the seamless UK election I wish to congratulate everyone that participated in the electoral process.”
“This is a win for democracy, a win for better ideas and indeed a win for the whole world.”
“It’s always refreshing and inspiring to witness democracy in action and see citizens empowered through the ballot. Citizens’ voices must always count and matter.”
“It is our fervent hope that the new UK government will promote stronger ties between Zimbabwe and the UK.”
“Zimbabwe currently battles illegitimacy, disputed elections, contested national processes, endemic corruption and the heightened authoritarianism.”
“The Zimbabwe-UK relations must be strengthened. We look forward to our working together in strengthening our diplomatic and trade ties, opening up opportunities for businesses, investment and transformation in both countries.”
“We will endeavor to build a better world and a stronger commonwealth for all”
