Citizens Coalition for change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa is under pressure to account for US$122 300 donated by sympathisers for the purchase of a bullet proof off-road vehicle for his use.
This came after his motorcade suffered several attacks from suspected Zanu-PF supporters and State security agents in what was also seen as a threat to his life.
Individuals claiming to have supported the initiative since the page went live 10 months ago are demanding updates on what has become of the donated money or the vehicle, putting into sharp focus transparency and accountability around the initiative.
Asked to confirm whether or not the vehicle had been delivered, CCC spokesperson Fadzayi Mahere said “not yet”.
She referred further questions to organizers of the initiative, Citizens Action for Change also known as the Citizens Organisers.
“The Citizens’ Organizers are seized with the matter. They are your best port of call for detailed information,” Mahere added.
Citizens Action for change had not responded to questions sent on Thursday by the time of going to print last night.
Attempts to get a comment from the GoFundMe initiative contact person only identified as Bhasvi were also fruitless.
CCC interim treasurer David Coltart yesterday said it was a private initiative.
“This was a private initiative and so as interim treasurer of the CCC, I have not been involved at all. I am not sure whether it has been bought. You will have to ask CCC president Nelson Chamisa’s staff that question,” Coltart said yesterday.
The funding, raised from well-wishers using GoFundMe, currently stands at US$122 300 from 3 100 donations, which averaged US$39,45 each.
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