Former ZANU-PF Mashonaland West provincial chairperson Temba Mliswa was involved in a road accident near Harare Polytechnic on Prince Edward Road on Tuesday afternoon.<\/p>\n
Witnesses told the media that Mliswa\u2019s Mercedes hit a pedestrian, who was seen bleeding from the head.<\/p>\n
Later on Tuesday night, Mliswa posted on X, claiming the pedestrian was drunk and that it was the pedestrian who collided with his vehicle, not the other way around.<\/p>\n
He also said the accident highlights a serious problem with drug and substance abuse among young people in Zimbabwe. He wrote:<\/p>\n
\u201cI extend my sincere gratitude to everyone who has reached out to inquire about my well-being. I am pleased to report that the situation is under control.<\/p>\n
\u201cEarlier in the day, I had an accident after an inebriated pedestrian unexpectedly entered the roadway and collided with my vehicle, resulting in minor injuries.<\/p>\n
\u201cI promptly notified the authorities and requested medical assistance. The pedestrian was subsequently transported to the hospital for further evaluation.<\/p>\n
\u201cNotably, he was able to walk by himself from the scene and appeared to be in stable condition.<\/p>\n
\u201cFollowing the conclusion of all procedures, I have since returned home. I am profoundly thankful to God for His protection over life.<\/p>\n
\u201cAdditionally, I am ensuring that the individual involved is comfortable and am hopeful for his complete recovery.<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, this unfortunate incident underscores a pressing and troubling issue regarding drug and substance abuse among the youth in Zimbabwe, particularly within the Central Business District. It is an issue that warrants our serious attention.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs families and as a nation, we must remain steadfast in our prayers and enforce programs to cater for the well-being of our children.<\/p>\n
\u201cThank you all for your concern, prayers and support.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Mandatory Drug Tests In Workplaces, Universities Under New Bill<\/p>\n
Bus Hits Pedestrian Before Deadly Head-On Collision On Harare-Bulawayo Road<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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