I have got my own views regarding vending where you find an able-bodied man seated selling tomatoes. There are better things to do for someone who is fit except for those who are indisposed and physically challenged. You should wake up and see what you can do for a living. We cannot tolerate a man who is fit, sitting down and selling tomatoes. No, let’s do something better.” – VP Phelekezela Mphoko

Below is a response to the Vice Presidents`s statement by the National Vendors Union of Zimbabwe Chairperson in a press conference at Media Centre – Zimbabwe