Zimbabwe's top political party just made a move that could anger America and other Western countries. The ruling group called ZANU-PF picked businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei for their main decision-making team. America and Britain have already punished Tagwirei with sanctions because they think he steals money. Government spokesman Nick Mangwana announced the news on social media Thursday. The party leaders from Harare recommended Tagwirei for the important job.
Tagwirei used to give advice to Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa and runs businesses that dig up minerals and sell fuel. American officials also punished the president, his wife, and his deputy for similar reasons. The rich businessman says he never did anything wrong. Party members think Tagwirei will help them raise money and organize better. He stays close to the president and will help him fight critics.
Zimbabwe has struggled with money problems since the government took farms away from white owners 25 years ago. The country owes other nations 21 billion dollars and cannot borrow more money from world banks. President Mnangagwa grabbed power from longtime ruler Robert Mugabe during a military takeover six years ago. The 82-year-old leader still has strong support from party members. Some officials want him to stay in charge past 2027 even though the constitution says he must step down.
Tagwirei used to give advice to Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa and runs businesses that dig up minerals and sell fuel. American officials also punished the president, his wife, and his deputy for similar reasons. The rich businessman says he never did anything wrong. Party members think Tagwirei will help them raise money and organize better. He stays close to the president and will help him fight critics.
Zimbabwe has struggled with money problems since the government took farms away from white owners 25 years ago. The country owes other nations 21 billion dollars and cannot borrow more money from world banks. President Mnangagwa grabbed power from longtime ruler Robert Mugabe during a military takeover six years ago. The 82-year-old leader still has strong support from party members. Some officials want him to stay in charge past 2027 even though the constitution says he must step down.
