ZANU PF POWER STRUGGLE TURNS DEADLY AS MNANGAGWA-CHIWENGA BATTLE ESCALATES

The fight for power within Zimbabwe’s ruling ZANU PF party is getting more dangerous by the day. Tensions are rising as President Emmerson Mnangagwa faces growing opposition from his own camp. The battle lines are drawn, and both sides are pulling out all the stops to seize control.

One of the most shocking incidents in this deadly power struggle happened last night. Cars belonging to powerful businesspeople who support Mnangagwa were set on fire in a clear act of intimidation. The targets were Kuda Tagwirei, Wicknell Chivayo, Tino Machakaire, and John Mangudya. This firebombing attack shows just how serious the conflict has become.

The ongoing succession battle within ZANU PF has reached a dangerous point. Since the ousting of the late former president Robert Mugabe in November 2017, Mnangagwa has been the party leader. But now, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga is challenging his authority. Chiwenga has been indirectly criticizing Mnangagwa, mainly focusing on corruption, which he says is threatening national security.

War veterans, led by Blessed Geza, are openly demanding Mnangagwa’s removal. They accuse him of failing to lead the country properly and running a corrupt government. Mnangagwa’s support base is shrinking as more people within the party and the country lose faith in him.

Chiwenga’s subtle attacks on Mnangagwa are becoming more frequent. He has been dropping hints that corruption is out of control and that Mnangagwa is to blame. Chiwenga’s camp is gaining more support, while Mnangagwa’s loyalists feel the pressure. The political atmosphere is tense, and no one knows what might happen next.

The firebombing incident was not the only alarming event. There have also been mysterious break-ins and robberies targeting Mnangagwa’s allies. Recently, Wicknell Chivayo’s in-laws were robbed at gunpoint. Armed men stormed the house and stole nearly US$75,000. This was part of the US$125,000 lobola Chivayo paid for Lucy Lulu Muteke. Insiders say the robbery was politically motivated, intended as a warning to Chivayo, who is seen as a key supporter of Mnangagwa’s rule.

The firebombing and robbery incidents reveal how deep the divide is within the ruling party. As both factions fight for dominance, Zimbabwe’s political future remains uncertain. Many fear that the power struggle will only get worse, putting the entire country at risk of more violence and chaos.

Supporters of Chiwenga believe that Mnangagwa has failed to deliver on his promises. They argue that corruption has become worse under his leadership and that he is holding the country back. On the other hand, Mnangagwa’s loyalists say Chiwenga is trying to grab power through the back door.

With both sides refusing to back down, the conflict within ZANU PF has reached boiling point. Political experts warn that if the tension continues to escalate, it could lead to further violence and instability. The ruling party is on shaky ground, and the country’s future looks uncertain.

Zimbabweans are caught in the middle of this battle for power. Many are frustrated with both factions, feeling that their leaders are more focused on power struggles than addressing the country’s real problems. As the situation unfolds, it is clear that Mnangagwa’s grip on power is weakening.

The firebombing incident marks a dangerous turn in the succession battle. It serves as a grim reminder that the fight for leadership in Zimbabwe is far from over. The stakes are high, and the consequences could be dire. Only time will tell who will come out on top in this deadly struggle for power.