Valerio celebrates High Court ruling to contest presidential election

The opposition United Zimbabwe Alliance (UZA) has welcomed a High Court ruling paving the way for its leader, Elisabeth Valerio, to contest the presidential election.

Valerio approached the court after her nomination papers were rejected by Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) presiding officers.                         

In a statement, UZA national spokesperson, Elvis Dzvene, said the party recognised the ruling as crucial in promoting a democratic and inclusive electoral process.        

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