MIDLANDS PROVINCE. 1. Redcliff Constituency Constituency Map. Redcliff Constituency Biography

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1 MIDLANDS PROVINCE 1. Redcliff Constituency Constituency Map Redcliff Constituency Biography The constituency comprises Redcliff, Ripple Creek and Komera. It is a constituency that was created out of Kwekwe constituency in the Midlands province after 2008 delimitation exercise and is administered under the Redcliff Municipality. It is a mining area near Kwekwe that was established to exploit the rich iron ore deposits in the area. It is the home of Zimbabwe's giant steel production company, ZISCO, and together with the mining of iron ore at Ripple Creek. Constituency Population

2 The constituency has a population of people comprising of males and females. The population is housed in about households with an average household size of 4 people. Amongst the population, are registered voters giving an average of 2001 registered voters per ward. There are more females to males in the constituency, this tallies with the provincial population distribution. Ward 25 and ward 3 has 35.12% of the total constituency population. All the wards however have a population counting above 1000 people. Ward 25 has the highest number of registered voters while ward 24 has the least registered voters. There is a link between population distribution and distribution of registered voters in the constituency. All wards have registered voters above the constituency average save for ward 7 and ward 24 as shown in the graph below. The proportion of registered voters represents 49.62% of the total population in the constituency. Election History The constituency had registered voters in 2005, in 2008, in 2013 and in Polling Stations In 2013 Redcliff had a total of 51 polling stations as compared to 58 that have been set for Election Results Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU-PF Ncube Harris 7,631 45% MDC T Chidziva Happymore % Who is campaigning in the constituency? ZANU PF Politburo member July Moyo is the candidate for the party in Redcliff whilst Lloyd Mukapiko is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing.

3 2. Gokwe Chireya Constituency Constituency Map Constituency Biography The constituency comprises of Tshoda, Chireya and Rukura. This is a constituency which was part of Gokwe South in 2005 and Gokwe North in 2000, found north east of Chireya business centre, east and south east of Mashame Rural Health Centre. Crops grown in Gokwe Chireya include cotton for cash and maize, groundnuts and round nuts for food. Schools in the area are found along the main road whilst a few are found in the remote places of Gokwe Chireya. The road infrastructure is bad and the floods experienced in 2000 damaged roads and they have not been repaired. The area witnessed some violence and intimidation in the run up to the 2000 and

4 2005 parliamentary elections. Poverty is high and the incidence of poverty was 72 per cent in 2003 and it has since increased with the decline in the economic performance of the country. Electoral History The constituency had registered voters in 2005, in 2008 and in In Election Results Political Party Candidate Number of Votes % of Votes ZANU PF Sindi Cephas % MDC T Wozhele Joel % Polling Stations Gokwe-Chireya had a total of 47 polling stations as compared to 50 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Torerai Moyo is standing for ZANU PF whilst Robert Nzvenga is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 3. Gokwe Kabuyuni Constituency Constituency Map

5 Constituency Biography This is a constituency born out of Gokwe North. It comprises of Zomba, Sengwa and Madzivazvido. People survive from the cultivation of fodder crops and cotton, but the area is prone to drought. Schools are few and most of the young people in the area do not go beyond secondary school and they survive on farming for a livelihood. Despite all this, the people have voted in favour of the ruling party in most elections. Some few clinics are found mainly to serve the children's medical requirements just as the statutory requirements demands. Results for 2000 elections are not available as the constituency was non-existent. Electoral History. The constituency had registered voters in 2005, in 2008, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Candidate Number of Votes % of votes

6 ZANU PF Chikomba Leonard MDC T Muguti Costin Polling Stations Gokwe-Kabuyuni had a total of 45 polling stations as compared to 52 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Leonard Chikomba is campaigning for ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Siampondo David is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 4. Gokwe Nembudziya Constituency Constituency Map

7 Constituency Biography The constituency includes Nembudziya and Kuwirirana. The region is arid and rainfall is very sporadic. The people rely on farming drought resistant crops such as cotton. The sale of cotton provides income but it comes once a year as a result it is inadequate to sustain their needs. The youth now rely on gold panning in order to supplement incomes. Poverty incidence was 75 per cent in 2003 and this could be higher given rapid economic deterioration that has crippled the country. Children rarely go beyond secondary school as cotton profit is not enough for most households. This has kept the population illiterate and unable to make informed political decisions. They are prone to intimidation but the area remains a ZANU PF stronghold although some opposition activities took place before the 2002 presidential elections. Electoral History.

8 The constituency had registered voters in 2005, in 2008, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Candidate Number of Votes % of votes ZANU PF Wadyajena Justice Mayor % Mbiriza Kizito % Polling Stations Gokwe-Nembudziya had a total of 47 polling stations as compared to 51 that have been set for Who is Campaigning? Justice Mayor Wadyajena is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Kizito Mbiriza is representing the MDC Alliance. More Parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 5. Gokwe Sesame Constituency Constituency Map

9 Constituency Biography Gokwe Sesame is a constituency that was split from Gokwe Sengwa and Gokwe constituency. The constituency covers Mutimutema and Sesame. The community derives its livelihood from agriculture. Cash crops such as cotton are the main crops in the region. Poverty levels have gone beyond 73 percent and the area is under developed. The health and education delivery system has suffered from staff attrition as professionals are unwilling to work in remote areas. People in Gokwe Rural like most rural communities in Zimbabwe have voted in support of ZANU PF. Electoral History The constituency had registered voters in 2005, in 2008, in 2013 and in In Election Results

10 Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of Votes ZANU (PF Runzirwayi Jeffery % MDC T Sibanda Emmanuel % Polling Stations Gokwe Sesame had a total of 42 polling stations as compared to 46 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Gorden Chanda is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Smax Ndhlela is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 6. Gokwe Sengwa Constituency Constituency Map

11 Constituency Biography Gokwe Sengwa includes Sengwa Bridge, Sengwa and Matema. The major business centre is Sengwa Bridge Business Centre. This place has become a ghost centre as many shops are empty and locals travel to Gokwe Centre for goods and services. Schools are few and far between. The area remains largely undeveloped. Some residents find employment at Sengwa Mine, which mines coal. Poverty levels have increased as farming costs increased due to shortages of seed, chemicals and fuel. Electoral History The area remains a ZANU PF stronghold. The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, in 2013 and in 2018.

12 2013 Election Results Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of votes ZANU (PF) Mavima Paul 9,991 82% MDC T Machando Albert % Polling Stations In 2013, Gokwe Sengwa had a total of 36 polling stations as compared to 32 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Paul Mavhima is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Peter Judas Sai is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 7. Gokwe Kana Constituency Constituency Map

13 Constituency Biography Gokwe Kana comprises of Manoti, Mateta and Kana. Gokwe Kana remained relatively unchanged, although, some wards were hived from the constituency. The people rely on subsistence farming and they grow cotton. Infrastructure is undeveloped. Electoral History ZANU PF has won all elections in this constituency. The constituency had registered voters in 2005, whilst in 2008 the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of votes ZANU (PF) Ncube Owen 9,693 26% MDC T Nkomo Sibongile

14 Polling Stations In 2013, Gokwe Kana had a total of 45 polling stations as compared to 48 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Owen Ncube is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Lameck Muyambi is representing MDC Alliance. more parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 8. Gokwe Central Constituency Constituency Map

15 Constituency Biography Gokwe comprises of Njelele, Gokwe and Gwavava. The constituency was pruned in the 2008 delimitation and a number of new constituencies have grown out of it. Gokwe is a dry region and cotton remains the main crop area. The area is known for cotton farming and it is a hive of informal trading activities during harvest time. Electoral History The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Name of Candidate Number of Votes % of Votes ZANU PF Mangami Dorothy MDC Chinyere Joshua Polling Stations

16 In 2013, Gokwe Central had a total of 42 polling stations as compared to 54 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Victor Matemadanda is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Lisious Mutegwe is representing the MDC Alliance More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 9. Gokwe Mapfugautsi Constituency Constituency Map

17 Constituency Biography Gokwe-Mapfungautsi comprises of Nyarupakwe and Gwanyika. It was amassed from Gokwe Nembudziya. The area is arid, and in the past it was deemed unsuitable for human habitation. There is shortage of water and electrification has not benefited the residents. Due to the fertile soils in the area, people moved from Gutu and Masvingo to settle in this area. Cotton farming is the main source of farming activity as the area is suitable for drought resistant crops. Electoral History

18 The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of votes ZANU (PF Makwenya Miriam 13,056 20% MDC T Tshili Collet % Polling Stations In 2013, Gokwe Mapfungautsi had a total of 42 polling stations as compared to 47 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Tawanda Karikoga is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Emmanuel Marongwe is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 10. Gokwe Gumunyu Constituency Constituency Map

19 Constituency Biography The constituency is made up of Copper Queen, Tshoda and Msapakura and born from Gokwe Nembudziya. Cotton farming used to be the main source of income in the area. Cargill depots located in Tshoda have since closed as a result of the fall of cotton prices on the international market. Cotton farming is no longer given priority. Election History ZANU PF has won previous elections. The constituency had registered voters in 2005, whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters in 2008, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of votes ZANU (PF) Mahiya Melania 11,413 83%

20 MDC T Tagwireyi Zachariah % Polling Stations In 2013, Gokwe-Gumunyu had a total of 47 polling stations as compared to 50 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Zacharia Tagwirei is representing the MDC Alliance. Political Parties had not yet submitted the names of their contesting candidates at the time of publishing. 11. Chirumhanzu Constituency Constituency Map

21 Constituency Biography Chirumhanzu South is a new constituency that was hived off Chirumhanzu. It comprises of St Josephs, Holy Cross, Chamisa, Charandura, and Chizhou. Subsistence farming and cattle ranching are the main sources of livelihoods in a constituency. The area is home to a number of boarding schools such as Holy Cross and St Josephs, which attract students from all over Zimbabwe. People are poor and high levels of unemployment are inherent features of this constituency. Electoral History The constituency had registered voters in 2005, whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in 2018.

22 2013 Election Results Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of votes ZANU (PF) Pedzisai Innocent 8,744 61% MDC T Masendeke Fransciso % Polling Stations In 2013, Chirumanzu had a total of 65 polling stations as compared to 57 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Babra Rwodzi is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Simbarashe Mkwashi is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 12. Zhombe Constituency Constituency Map

23 Constituency Biography Communal areas that include Dendera, Runyararo, Vulamatshena and Empress Mine make up the Zhombe Constituency. Born out of Silobela constituency and Chirumanzi constituency, infrastructure found in the constituency includes Mawolokohlo Primary school, St Judes, Zhombe, Nkiwane and Munyati schools. There is Rio Tinto Private Hospital, Samambwa clinic, Nyamunga clinic, Sidakoni clinic and Nyoni Craigholm for rural health care. The constituency has a good network of secondary and tertiary roads. The constituency is mainly agricultural dependant in the north-west and mining in the east and south-east. Most of the mining activity taking place is illegal gold-planning. Poverty levels in the constituency in 2003, were found to be as high as 73% of the total population being poor, 49 per cent of whom were

24 found to be very poor. The poverty incidence was at 73% which may be much higher now due to drought experienced in the previous years. Election History The constituency had registered voters in 2005, whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU-PF Ncube Daniel M 9,850 57% MDC T Tazviona Rodger % Polling Stations In 2013, Zhombe had a total of 58 polling stations as compared to 58 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Edmore Samambwa is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Datsun Mapfumo is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 13. Kwekwe Central Constituency Constituency Map

25 Constituency Biography Kwekwe is an urban constituency, comprising Kwekwe and Globe and Phoenix. The delimitation removed rural parts from this constituency and created three other constituencies. People derive livelihoods from mines and farms that surround the town. However, most of the gold mines have since closed and illegal gold panning has grown to unprecedented levels, which has resulted in environmental degradation. The incidence of poverty is 50% is relatively low. Electoral History Kwekwe's electorate has voted for MDC. The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, registered voters in 2008, in 2013 and in Election Results Plitical Party Candidate Number of Votes % of Votes

26 ZANU PF Matambanadzo Masango % MDC T Chebundo Blessing % Polling Stations In 2013, Kwekwe Central had a total of 25 polling stations as compared to 32 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Cornelius Mupereri is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Blessing Chebundo is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 14. Mbizo Constituency Constituency Map

27 Constituency Biography This is a constituency which comprises high density suburbs of Mbizo, amassed from Kwekwe constituency of 2005, situated in Kwekwe town. People of Mbizo derive their livelihood from illegal gold panning, while some are employed in mines and industries that surround the town. Electoral History Opposition has found support as the electorate voted for MDC in 2000 and in 2005 when the constituency was still under Kwekwe Constituency. The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes MDC-T Chikwinya Settlement 6,917 53%

28 ZANU PF Murada Moses % Polling Stations In 2013, Mbizo had a total of 20 polling stations as compared to 39 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Catherine Masvingise is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Settlement Chikwinya is representing MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 15. Chirumanzu Zibangwe Constituency Constituency Map

29 Constituency Biography Chirumanzu North is made out of Mvuma, Rukundo and Netherburn. This is a constituency and Chirumanzu was the original constituency in the 2000 and 2005 elections. Mining and agriculture are the main economic activities in this area. Farming is done on both commercial and subsistence level. Most people work as far as Mvuma town and the surrounding mines. Chirumanzu North is characterized by poor roads. Most of the areas are not served by any transport operators and villagers have to walk several kilometres to get transport. ZANU-PF `s Edwin Muguti won against MDC. Electoral History The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of votes

30 ZANU (PF) Mnangagwa Emmerson 17,996 84% MDC T Jeko Ishmael % Polling Stations In 2013, Chirumanzu/Zibagwe had a total of 62 polling stations as compared to 84 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Prosper Machando is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Qobizitha Mlilo is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 16. Chiwundura Constituency Constituency Map

31 Constituency Biography Chiwundura is a constituency formerly under Gweru Rural constituency and it is mainly rural. It comprises Gunde, Connemara, St Patricks, Muchalata and Guinea Fowl. Farming is the main source of income in the constituency. Election History Politically both ZANU PF and MDC have support as illustrated by the fact that in 2000 MDC won the election and was unseated in ZANU PF won the election by a small margin which demonstrates a highly contested area. The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst it had registered voters in 2008, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of votes

32 ZANU (PF) Chivamba Kizito 11,550 57% MDC T Mukahlera Timothy % Polling Stations In 2013, Chiwundura had a total of 65 polling stations as compared to 48 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Brown Ndlovu is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Livingstone Chiminya is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 17. Vungu Constituency Constituency Map

33 Constituency Biography Vungu is a constituency born from Gweru rural. Vungu is a peri- urban constituency surrounded by plots. Small scale commercial farming is the main activity done to sustain livelihoods. The area receives good rains that enable residents to undertake irrigation activities during winter and summer. Electoral History The constituency had registered voters in 2005, whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, registered voters in 2013 and in 2018.

34 2013 Election Results Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU-PF Madubeko Josephat % MDC T Sibanda Ezra % Polling Stations In 2013, Vungu had a total of 49 polling stations as compared to 47 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Omega Sibanda is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Nimrod Lunga is representing MDC Alliance. More political parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 18. Gweru Urban Constituency Constituency Map

35 Constituency Biography Gweru Urban comprises of Dabuka and Gweru. This is an urban constituency. Mining, farming, manufacturing and services are the main economic activities in Gweru Urban. Gweru hubs PTC`s International Telephone Exchange. Several people are also employed in three learning institutions that found in Gweru, namely Midlands State University, Mkoba Teachers College and Gweru Technical College. The buildings are very old, especially in high density residential areas. Zimbabwe National Army Midlands Museum is an attraction in the city. Unemployment levels are high as many industries have scaled down or closed. Electoral History Gweru Urban has voted in favour of opposition MDC even though ZANU PF support is evident. The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and registered in Election Results

36 Political Party Name of winner Number of votes % of votes MDC-T Zvidzai Sesel 7,755 51% ZANU PF Gwatidzo Christopher % Polling Stations In 2013, Gweru Urban had a total of 34 polling stations as compared to 44 that have been set for Who is Campaigning? Theresa Moyo is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Brian Dube is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 19. Zvishavane Ngezi Constituency Constituency Map

37 Constituency Biography Zvishavane Ngezi was carved out of Zvishavane. It is made up of Sabi, Mabasa, Matenda Vungwe, Mufambi and Mapunza. Dependent on subsistence farming, the area is dry and crops do not do very well so there is no food security. It is a peri-urban and residents engage in subsistence farming as the main economic activity. Some people earn a living through trading activities. It is one of the two constituencies that emerged from Zvishavane Constituency. Similar to all rural communities, the residents are experiencing the pain of economic decay. Election History The constituency had registered voters in 2005, whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in 2018.

38 2013 Election Results Political Party Winner Votes Total Votes ZANU-PF Holder John 9,015 48% MDC T Timveos Costa Michael % Polling Stations In 2013, Zvishavane Ngezi had a total of 52 polling stations as compared to 61 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Lawrence Mavima is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Michael Timivious. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 20. Zvishavane Runde Constituency Constituency Map

39 Constituency Biography The constituency is made up of Mapanzure, Musabani, Dadaya, and Zvishavane Town. Mining of asbestos on the Zvishavane Mine and farming in communal areas of Dadaya and Mapanzure are the main economic activities. Recently, illegal gold panning has emerged as the main source of livelihood for the generality of the constituency. Roads in this area are the worst in the country mainly due to illegal panning activities. Electoral History ZANU PF won elections in the Zvishavane constituency but the presence of opposition is evidenced by the narrow miss by ZANU PF in 2000.

40 The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters and a decrease to in 2013 and registered in In Election Results Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU-PF Moyo Fred 12,851 81% MDC T Bhoko Clever % Polling Stations Zvishavane Runde had a total of 61 polling stations as compared to 58 that have been set for Who is campaigning? James Maungwa is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Leopold Mudisi is representing MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 21. Shurugwi North Constituency Constituency Map

41 Constituency Biography Shurugwi North is comprised of Shurugwi Town, Hanke, Svanota, Tongogara and Jobong. It has a branch railway line that connects to Gweru. The main economic activities include mining, farming and forestry. Most people in the area work in the mines, in the manufacturing and service companies within the constituency. Illegal gold panning has dominated the lives of most residents especially the young generation. Originally, Shurugwi constituency was represented in parliament by Ian smith from 1980 to 1986 till his expulsion from parliament. Francis Nhema of ZANU-PF represented the constituency thereafter. Roads and bridges in the area need to be repaired as they have potholes. Unemployment is high, as ZIMASCO mine has scaled down production. Election History The constituency had registered voters in 2005, whilst in 2008, the constituency had a total of registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results

42 Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU-PF Nhema Chenaimoyo D 12,070 65% MDC T Manungo Munyaradzi % Polling Stations In 2013, Shurugwi North had a total of 64 polling stations as compared to 71 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Plaxedes Maramwidze is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Munyaradzi Manungo is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 22. Shurugwi South Constituency Constituency Map

43 Constituency Biography Shurugwi South was carved out of Shurugwi constituency. The constituency is made up of Mutiri, Chikato, Makonde, Pakame, and Donga. The rural communities in this area depend on subsistence agriculture. For goods and services people have to travel to Gweru but transport problems as well as the expenses involved have been discouraging. The area is under developed and Chachacha growth point does not have basic commodities needed by people. Transport costs have soared as a result of the fuel shortages that have crippled the country for the past decade. Electoral History ZANU PF has dominated electoral politics in this area although the presence of MDC is felt to a limited extent. The constituency had registered voters in 2005, whilst in 2008, the constituency had a total of registered voters. In 2013 there were registered voters while in 2018, registered in Election Results

44 Political Party Winner Votes Total Votes ZANU-PF Matangidze Tapiwanashe 11,507 80% MDC T Mutandavari Munyaradzi % Polling Stations In 2013, Shurugwi South had a total of 50 polling stations as compared to 53 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Edmund Mukaratigwa is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst David Shoko is representing MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 23. Mberengwa East Constituency Constituency Map

45 Constituency Biography Mberengwa East is made up of Mberengwa, Don Bosco, Chidembeko, Mupandashango and Mnene. Beryl, chrome, asbestos, iron ore and high grade limestone have been found in the area. Buchwa Mine, mines iron ore and provides employment for people in the area. People survive on both mining activities and farming activities. Illegal gold panning is rife and has proved a quick source of income. Poverty incidence in Mberengwa was recorded at 74% in The government has not been able to curb this activity given the high unemployment in Zimbabwe. Mberengwa is famous for Sandawana Emeralds. Election History In the 2005 parliamentary election, ZANU-PF's Rugare Gumbo won against MDC`s candidate. In 2002, the area was a political hotspot and characterized by political violence led by Biggie Chitoro. The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters in 2008, in 2013 and in Election Results

46 Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU (PF) Hlongwane Makhosini 8,895 75% MDC T Hove Coming % Polling Stations In 2013, Mberengwa East had a total of 47 polling stations as compared to 37 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Mark Raidza is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Peace Moyo is representing MDC T. More parties registered to contest at the time of publishing. 24. Mberengwa West Constituency Constituency Map

47 Constituency Biography Mberengwa West is made up of Masase, Humebeni and Mwenezi. This constituency was curved out of Mberengwa North. Mberengwa West is rich in minerals. It is plural society with a number of ethnic groups. Ndebele and Karanga are the languages spoken in the area. Land is used for farming and cattle ranching. Election History ZANU PF has won elections in this region and opposition activities is very limited. The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, for 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Candidate Number of Votes % of Votes

48 ZANU PF Gumbo Joram % MDC Gumbo Tinashe % Polling Stations In 2013, Mberengwa West had a total of 38 polling stations as compared to 40 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Chikananai is representing the MDC Alliance. Political parties had not yet submitted the names of their contesting candidates at the time of publishing. 25. Mberengwa North Constituency Constituency Map

49 Constituency Biography The constituency is made up from Mberengwa, Chidembeko, Don Bosco, Mupandashango, Danga and Mnene. Similar to many rural constituencies, the people are poor and face food insecurity due to the agricultural sector that has collapsed in Zimbabwe. Electoral History In the past elections, this was a no go area for MDC. The constituency had registered voters in 2008 whilst in 2005, it had a total of registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU (PF) Zhou Tafanana 15,174 84% MDC T Zhou Takavafira %

50 Polling Stations In 2013, Mberengwa North had a total of 46 polling stations as compared to 54 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Tafanana Zhou is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst Takavafira Zhou is representing the MDC Alliance. More political parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 26. Mberengwa South Constituency Constituency Map

51 Constituency Biography Mberengwa South is a constituency that was born from Mberengwa. It is made up from Makuva, Mataga, Nyala, Musume, Bonda and Mutivi. The people rely mostly on subsistence Farming and poverty levels are high. Election History The area has been a ZANU PF stronghold. The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU-PF Mabuwa Chiratidzo I 12,358 82% MDC T Shoko Davies %

52 Polling Stations In 2013, Mberengwa South had a total of 49 polling stations as compared to 49 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Alum Mpofu is representing ZANU PF in the constituency whilst David Shoko is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 27. Mkoba Constituency Constituency Map

53 Constituency Biography Mkoba constituency comprises the high density suburb in Gweru. Before Bata Shoe Company downsized, most of the residents in this constituency found employment with the company. Similar to most urbanites in Zimbabwe, the people have experienced massive food shortages and the skyrocketing inflation. Since 2000, most youths have not been able to secure employment. This could have an impact on voting patterns in this constituency. Election History MDC has won in previous elections.

54 The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had a total of registered voters, in 2013 while registered in Election Results Political Party Candidate Number of Votes % of Votes MDC T Amos Chibaya % ZANU PF Zifungo Dzingirai % Polling Stations In 2013, Mkoba had a total of 36 polling stations as compared to 50 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Amos Chibaya is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but names of contestants were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. 28. Silobela Constituency Constituency Map

55 Constituency Biography Made from Ntombe, Crossroads, Silobela, Exchange, Jena and Donsa, the people of Silobela have a strong inclination towards the Ndebele language. The people are generally poor. The people have voted for opposition and this could be attributed to the fact that dissident operations were high in this area and the people were subjected to curfews even after independence in the early 1980s. The population for Silobela constituency was people, with males and females. There are households with average household size of 4 people. Amongst the population, are registered voters giving an average of registered voters per ward. Ward 25 has the highest number of registered voters whilst ward 26 has the least number of registered voters. There are 30 primary schools enrolling pupils and 3 secondary schools enrolling The constituency also has 5 clinics and 5 rural health service centres. Electoral History The constituency had registered voters in 2005 whilst in 2008, the constituency had registered voters, in 2013 and in Election Results

56 Political Party Winner Votes % of Votes ZANU-PF Mpofu Mtokozisi M % MDC T Sululu Anadi % Polling Stations In 2013, Silobela had a total of 60 polling stations as compared to 55 that have been set for Who is campaigning? Ntokozisi Manoki Mpofu is representing ZANU PF in the 2018 Parliamentary elections whilst Fanuel Sibindi is representing the MDC Alliance. More parties registered to contest the seat but were still to be recorded at the time of publishing. n