Chamisa Demands Mnangagwa Face Land Corruption Inquiry | Report Focus News

Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa denied involvement in Harare’s illegal land regularization on Monday and challenged President Emmerson Mnangagwa to testify before the Commission of Inquiry that has been in session since 2017.

The demand came during Chamisa’s appearance before the Commission chaired by Justice Cheda, where Chamisa responded to allegations made by CCC councillor Blessing Duma that he had instructed the city to regularize illegal settlements.

"I can tell you as a man of God, that is not true," Chamisa told evidence leader Thabani Mpofu. "I don't chair caucuses. There is no way I would address a few people such as the councillors mentioned here.”

The inquiry established widespread irregularities in Harare’s land management, where councillors reportedly colluded with land dealers to regularize illegal settlements, contributing to the emergence of unauthorized housing structures in the capital.

While giving his testimony, Chamisa raised concerns about the demolition of people’s homes. "What puzzles me is why an entire council would give permission for people to put up houses and then later demolish them," he said.

The former opposition leader also emphasized that there had been no political interference with council activities when he led the CCC, affirming that protecting property rights was a core principle of the party.

The Commission’s findings reveal the extent of corruption within Harare’s municipal council since 2017, with potential repercussions for both local and national political systems.