By Staff Writer
The Supreme Court has dismissed independent presidential candidate Saviour Kasukuwere’s appeal challenging the High Court’s decision to remove him from the ballot.
On Thursday a three-panel bench comprising Justices Antonia Guvava, Chinembiri Bhunu and Felistus Chatukuta heard arguments from both parties before reserving the ruling.
Kasukuwere had mounted a Supreme Court application after the High Court nullified the Nomination Court’s decision to accept his papers.
This followed an application by a Zanu PF activist, Lovedale Mangwana who challenged Kasukuwere’s nomination arguing that he ceased to be a registered voter having spent over 18 months outside the country.
In handing down the ruling, Justice Chatukuta said: “We carefully considered the evidence and oral submissions by both counsels. The court is of the view the appeal lacks merit. The appeal be and is hereby dismissed with no order as to costs”.
However posting on Twitter, Kasukuwere expressed grave disappointment but said he is undeterred and is embarking on the next course of action.
“Disappointed, and we are now considering our next steps and will keep the nation informed. God bless,” he said.
