Mutsvangwa's Fuming Fiasco: A Tale of Power, Patro...

Mutsvangwa's Fuming Fiasco: A Tale of Power, Patronage, and Politics

Zanu PF Spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa

Philemon Jambaya

Zim Now Editor

Christopher Mutsvangwa, a high-ranking Zanu PF official, has found himself at the center of a maelstrom after his preferred candidate in the Manicaland women's league elections garnered a paltry single vote. This became clearer after Mutsvangwa launched a verbal attack on Information and Broadcasting Services Minister, who is also government spokeperson, Dr Jenfan Muswere, for allowing the State broadcaster ZBCTV to cover the announcement of the results.

Close sources said Mustvangwa has demanded that the announcement should not be broadcast.

However, Muswere is said to have ignored the calls to censor the announcement.

This move did not go down well with Mutsvangwa, leading to the release of a letter advising Muswere not to interfer with party announcements. Mutsvangwa's subsequent letter, which was circulated on social media, has been met with widespread criticism and ridicule, with many questioning his motives and the abuse of his position within the party.

Internal sources told ZimNow that Mutsvangwa is angry and wants Muswere to be removed from office. Investigations revealed that Mutsvangwa and Muswere are always at loggerheads since Muswere launched an attack on Blessed Geza, who is a close friend to Mutsvangwa.

Close sources also said Muswere is also being targeted for his recent comments concerning Eddie Cross's assertition that President Emmerson Mnannagwa's family is involved in corruption. Muswere went on to attack Cross after his televised interview raising unsubstatinated graft allegations against the First family.

"This is his (Mustvangwa) bone of contention. He is a close business ally to Eddie Cross. Remember at one time they wanted to build a second pipeline but the project was shot down in Cabinet," said the source.

"So each time Muswere sdefends a government position which is not favourable to Mustvangwa, he is publicly attacked."

Mustvangwa's actions have raised eyebrows, with many accusing him of using his influence to further his own interests rather than acting in the best interests of Zanu PF.

The controversy surrounding Mutsvangwa's letter has brought to light deeper concerns about the internal dynamics in Zanu PF. The party, which has long been plagued by factionalism and infighting, appears to be increasingly divided along lines of power and influence. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the party will address these concerns and what implications this may have for its leadership and internal politics.

The Manicaland women's league elections, which took place from June 23 to 26, have sparked debate about the role of influential party members in shaping the league's leadership. The elections have also raised questions about the extent to which personal interests can influence party decisions, and whether the party's leadership is truly committed to promoting the interests of its members. Mutsvangwa's candidate lost in the just ended elections and this speaks into loss of power in the province.

Mutsvangwa's actions have raised serious questions about his credibility as a party leader, and worse a spokesperson who should be seen to be exemplary.

It is remains to be seen how the party will reign in the outspoken spokesperson who, a few days ago attacked a sitting vice president.