Nelson Chamisa, Zimbabwe’s former opposition Citizens Coalition for Change chief, has congratulated Donald Trump on his election because the forty seventh US President, praising America’s democratic course of.

Trump secured a decisive victory over Democratic Party candidate Kamala Harris, surpassing the 270 electoral faculty votes threshold.

In an announcement on Thursday afternoon, Chamisa praised the US programs, citing the significance of free selection, patriotic discourse, and transparency in elections.

“Congratulations to the 47th President of America, Donald Trump and to the American people for showcasing the power of free choice and the vitality of democracy,” Chamisa stated.

“Elections are about selection, a real battle of concepts that ought to encourage patriotic and civilized discourse. The environment friendly voting course of stays commendable.

“The swift and orderly announcement of outcomes is proof of transparency and accountability selling the resilience of democratic programs.

“Democracy thrives when the will of the people is respected, and this election serves as a powerful reminder of the endurance of our shared democratic values.”

Chamisa stated Zimbabwe was nonetheless struggling to achieve democratic programs, which assure free and truthful voting.

“In Zimbabwe, our fight continues for a future where every voice is heard, every vote counts, where leadership reflects the true and full will of the people, and where institutions stand firmly in support of the Constitution,” he stated.

Zimbabwe has constantly confronted criticism for its human rights report and electoral processes.

The nation’s 2023 elections had been marred by issues over the alleged impartiality of the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission and stories of violence and intimidation in opposition to opposition supporters.

The worldwide group, together with the European Union and the United States, expressed issues that the elections fell in need of regional and worldwide requirements.

Chamisa misplaced to the incumbent chief Emmerson Mnangagwa within the broadly condemned presidential plebiscite. The opposition chief refused to acknowledge the election outcomes citing huge rigging.

The US authorities positioned sanctions on 11 people, together with President Mnangagwa and his spouse Auxillia, and three entities for his or her involvement in corruption or severe human rights abuse.

Meanwhile, Mnangagwa has since joined different world leaders and congratulated Trump.

“Congratulations to President Donald Trump on your election victory. We stand ready to work with President Trump and the American people to build a better, more prosperous, and more peaceful world,” Mnangagwa said on his official social media deal with.