Zim artist slams Cyclone Idai aid: 'The donations don't reach the affected people'

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'This is why I have a problem with donations through local organisations. It never reaches the affected people.'

Instead they claim that Zimbabwe's ruling party, Zanu-PF has looted the donations meant to help people who have been affected by the disaster.

According to News Day, Zanu-PF branded vehicles were seen driving away with food items meant to aid those affected. The report further claimed that the party's ward councillors took charge of the distribution of food so they could allegedly prioritise Zanu-PF followers in their areas."You see, this is why I have a problem with donations through local organisations. It never reaches the affected people.

He called for an end to corruption and tagged SA celebs Pearl Thusi and Zimbabwean-American actress Danai Gurira.

 

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