Mpofu under fire over pledge

ASPIRING independent MP for Bubi, Genniva Sibanda, on Sunday lashed out at Zanu PF Umguza MP Obert Mpofu over his recent pledge to dole out land to soccer legends in Matabeleland North, saying the gesture was a cheap campaign gimmick.

Mpofu, also Mines and Mining Development minister, last week pledged to assist football legends from Highlanders, Hwange and Zimbabwe Saints to acquire land in Matabeleland North Province.

He made the pledge during New Year Day celebrations which coincided with the launch of a $5 000 soccer tournament at his rural home in Nyamandlovu, a move hailed by the soccer legends.

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