ZANU-PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa asked supporters of Vice President Constantino Chiwenga to postpone political activities until the 2027 elective congress. Internal party divisions center on constitutional changes that would extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's tenure from 2028 to 2030. War veterans prefer the 2028 election timeline with Chiwenga as a potential candidate. Mutsvangwa defended Mnangagwa's leadership during Monday's address at party headquarters.
Recent tensions emerged after Chiwenga presented corruption allegations against business associates connected to Mnangagwa. According to Mutsvangwa's account, the politburo dismissed the dossier. Party members questioned the document's legitimacy since it originated...
Chawaona Wildroad Kanoti petitioned Zimbabwe's Attorney-General about constitutional problems with presidential tribunals that investigate judges. The Harare-based lawyer claims the current system lacks democratic features and appears tyrannical. He argues that accused judges cannot appeal tribunal decisions and face predetermined outcomes.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa removed Francis Bere, Benjamin Chikowero, and Erica Ndewere after tribunal recommendations. Kanoti states that section 187 prevents judicial review of these decisions. The lawyer advocates for constitutional amendments that would allow appeals to higher courts, such as the Supreme Court.
The petition criticizes the use of retired judges on tribunals, as their...
Deputy Finance Minister Kudakwashe David Mnangagwa identifies Africa's annual loss of US$88 billion due to illicit financial flows, which could fund essential development projects. Zimbabwe ranks among the continent's worst offenders, as Zanu-PF corruption undermines the distribution of mineral wealth. Diamond regions, such as Chiadzwa and Marange, remain impoverished despite extensive mining operations that generate substantial revenue streams.
Environmental destruction plagues mining communities across Zimbabwe as underground tunnels threaten Penhalonga homes, and Kwekwe's business district faces potential collapse. Political elites award mining contracts to connected individuals while ordinary citizens suffer from contaminated water...
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga travels to Masvingo Province for the opening ceremony of the Construction Industry Federation of Zimbabwe's Annual Congress. Provincial Minister Ezra Chadzamira accompanies the Vice President during this official engagement. The federation demonstrates a strong commitment to collaborating with government initiatives. Construction professionals gather to discuss industry developments and partnerships.
Zimbabwe's construction sector attracted significant investment capital, totaling US$2 billion, from both domestic and international sources during the previous twelve months. Industry participants develop infrastructure projects spanning roads, dams, commercial buildings, educational facilities, medical...
Zanu-PF conducted a major politburo reshuffle on 23 September 2025, naming Jacob Mudenda as the party's fourth secretary general since its inception in 1963. The appointment marks a rare leadership change in this senior position throughout the organization's 62-year history. Mudenda transitions from his previous roles as Treasurer General and National Assembly Speaker to assume these new responsibilities.
The reshuffle reassigned several key officials within party ranks. Obert Mpofu moved from secretary general to head the Information Communication Technology portfolio. Patrick Chinamasa shifted from Secretary for Legal Affairs to Treasurer-General. Ziyambi, who serves as Justice Minister, accepted the position of Legal Affairs...
Business associates of President Emmerson Mnangagwa gathered at Kudakwashe Tagwirei's Newlands offices on Tuesday for emergency discussions. The group decided to petition for Owen Ncube's return as State Security Minister following allegations of corruption against the party leadership by Vice President Constantino Chiwenga. Chiwenga had demanded arrests over financial misconduct related to Sakunda Holdings, where Tagwirei holds majority ownership while ZANU-PF maintains a minority stake. Sources indicate the meeting aimed to counter perceived threats from the Vice President.
The proposed cabinet changes target ministers viewed as sympathetic to Chiwenga's anti-corruption stance. Energy Minister July Moyo, Youth Minister Tino...
National Chairperson Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri addressed Zanu-PF members from the Far East Asia District during her visit to Beijing on Thursday. The Defense Minister encouraged diaspora members to expand party membership among thousands of Zimbabweans living across China, Hong Kong, Thailand, and South Korea. She emphasized that educated citizens should apply Chinese expertise toward Zimbabwe's economic development.
Party members raised concerns that citizenship recognition would affect English teaching opportunities. Muchinguri-Kashiri suggested diplomatic relations between Harare and Beijing could resolve these employment barriers. Ambassador Abigail Shonhiwa proposed establishing a Joint Permanent Commission for direct dialogue...
Former Zanu-PF political commissar Saviour Tyson Kasukuwere launched a fierce attack against President Emmerson Mnangagwa on social media on Tuesday. Kasukuwere challenged Mnangagwa's perceived efforts to centralize party authority under personal command. The former commissar emphasized that Zanu PF operates through collective leadership rather than individual dominance. He declared that presidential status does not grant party ownership rights.
Speculation surrounds potential attempts by Mnangagwa to extend his tenure beyond constitutional boundaries. Political observers interpret Kasukuwere's statement as evidence of growing internal discord within the ruling party. Senior party members are demonstrating increasing resistance to...
Investigative journalist Hopewell Chin'ono alleges that officials from the Central Intelligence Organization summoned staff from the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission for training sessions. The training reportedly prepares for a referendum that would extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's presidential term until 2030. Sources indicate an imminent cabinet reshuffle will remove Sports Minister General Anselem Sanyatwe and replace him with Mnangagwa ally Temba Mliswa.
Defense Forces Commander General Valerio Sibanda faces a potential October retirement due to being considered excessively professional by the political leadership. These strategic moves target Vice President Constantino Chiwenga's political influence within government structures...
