Three months after receiving the Commission of Inquiry Report on Harare City Council operations, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has not released its contents, raising concerns about the government’s commitment to tackling corruption. The report, prepared by retired Judge Maphios Cheda and submitted in June 2025, followed more than a year of investigations into mismanagement, poor service delivery, and financial misconduct within the council. Critics say the continued silence risks allowing corruption to persist under the Jacob Mafume-led administration, whose family ties link him to the President through Chief Fortune Charumbira. The commission reportedly uncovered serious mismanagement, including inflated salaries, illegal land...
Former ZANU-PF national political commissar Saviour Kasukuwere has offered support to his ally Walter Mzembi, a fellow Generation 40 figure, who remains in detention. Kasukuwere expressed optimism on X, stating that Mzembi’s current situation would eventually come to an end. Mzembi, a former Masvingo South legislator, was arrested on June 14 after returning to Zimbabwe from South Africa, where he had lived since 2018 following claims he needed urgent cancer treatment. Authorities accuse Mzembi of corruption and abuse of office related to his time as tourism minister, while critics argue that his ongoing legal troubles are politically motivated due to his opposition to President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
The sudden removal of ZANU-PF Member of Parliament Energy Mutodi as chair of the Budget and Finance Committee has been described as an unconstitutional act by critics, who claim it was carried out by a group seeking to keep control over public funds. Parliament members are required by section 119 of the Constitution to hold the executive and all state institutions accountable. They also have absolute privilege and the right to free speech in parliamentary debates. Mutodi raised concerns about alleged bribery involving George Guvamatanga, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, and pointed to direct Treasury payments that have appeared in Auditor General reports and reportedly bypassed standard oversight.
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Factional tensions have grown within ZANU-PF ahead of the party’s National Conference in Manicaland as some members call for the revival of the Unity Accord and a push toward a one-party state. The meeting, expected to shape party direction ahead of 2026, comes amid scrutiny of Vice President Constantino Chiwenga’s role and allegations that President Emmerson Mnangagwa is sidelining him in favor of businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei. War veterans and former ZIPRA members have pressed for the restoration of positions originally assigned to ZAPU under the 1987 Unity Accord, with some urging a governance model similar to those in China or Russia. Meanwhile, First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa has appealed for unity in addressing environmental...
ZANU-PF Member of Parliament Energy Mutodi, who chaired the Portfolio Committee on Budget, Finance, and Investment Promotion, has responded after losing his role. The ZANU-PF-led Committee on Standing Rules and Orders removed him immediately, according to a letter signed by the ZANU-PF Speaker of the Parliament and Chairperson, Advocate Jacob Mudenda. Mutodi’s dismissal came after he publicly criticized government corruption and named George Guvamatanga, the permanent secretary in the Ministry of Finance. Critics argue that this action highlights the risks associated with challenging corruption within ZANU-PF, as it can lead to the abrupt termination of a parliamentary career.
Calls for a one-party state in Zimbabwe have gained attention among war veterans and some members of society, with supporters arguing that such a system would only be effective if cadres from the former liberation movements, ZAPU and ZANU, work together to revive the Unity Accord. Some believe this approach would restore influential government and party positions to former ZAPU members, who say their representation has diminished under President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration.
The Unity Accord, signed by the late President Robert Mugabe and Vice President Joshua Nkomo, once ensured ZAPU's participation in key roles, including the vice presidency, the Home Affairs Ministry, the ZANU-PF chairmanship, and the position of Speaker of...
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has drawn praise from some political observers, who view him as the only leader capable of steering Zimbabwe out of what they call the damaging leadership of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his associates. Social media commentary, such as a post from user Lynne Stactia, has described Chiwenga as a figure who could restore stability and guide the nation toward democracy, contrasting him with President Mnangagwa’s tenure.
Stactia said she never supported Mnangagwa’s leadership and expressed hope that Chiwenga would lead a transitional administration for the country’s benefit, emphasizing his perceived lack of selfishness and greed. Another user, Democrat-X-Street, said Chiwenga appeared to be the...
The 22nd Zanu PF Annual National People’s Conference in Mutare will feature a reduced number of delegates and a sharper focus on economic issues. Set to take place from Oct. 13 to 18 at the Mutare Polytechnic Pavilion Grounds, the conference will begin with meetings of the Politburo and Central Committee in Harare. Unlike previous years, which drew more than 7,000 participants, this year’s event will be limited to about 4,000 delegates, foreign representatives, and essential service providers.
Zanu PF Director of Information and Publicity Farai Marapira said the scaled-down format aims to ensure that only elected representatives attend, allowing for substantive discussions and more effective communication between party leadership and...
Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 25-year dedication to elevating India’s global profile, describing his leadership as revolutionary for the country. Speaking at the 9th India Mobile Congress in New Delhi on Wednesday, Ambani highlighted the nation’s progress across the entire technology value chain, from semiconductors to fraud management and 6G, and expressed optimism about India’s continued role in driving digital innovation.
Ambani noted that the event showcased startups advancing technologies across sectors and called it a significant milestone for India’s digital ambitions. Earlier, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the India Mobile Congress 2025, emphasizing the growth of...
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