By Edward Makuzva
MDC Alliance Councillor, Jacob Mafume, has been elected as the new Mayor of the city of Harare after garnering 19 votes aganist Councillor Luckson Mukukuma of Thokozani Khupe faction who got 14 votes.
The seat become vacant after councillor Herbert Gomba was recalled for supporting MDC President, Nelson Chamisa and Clr Mupamawonde was the acting Mayor.
A total of 35 councillors were expected to vote but one councillor was absent and sent apology while one ballot was spoilt, leaving 33 proper votes.
In his speech, Mafume said he wants to turnaround Harare to be a smart city.
Mayor Mafume promised to lead a corruption-free council and urged his team to prioritise service delivery.
Meanwhile, Mafume added that there is need for stability at the townhouse and though it is a difficult time for workers, he promised to look into their welfare.
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