Zimbabwe’s opposition leader has apologised after appearing to insult people who protested over allegations of fraud in July’s Election.
Six people were shot dead on 1 August in clashes with security forces.
The same day, MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa said he had won the popular vote and that “manipulation” would not prevent his victory. He has refused to accept the election result.
But Mr Chamisa now says the demonstrations were “stupid”.
The vote was the first since long-time President Robert Mugabe was ousted from power last year.
Speaking on Thursday, Mr Chamisa distanced himself from the violence and said that the results of the 30 July election had not yet been announced when the protests took place.