The day’s update focused heavily on a trending video released by ZANU-PF showing the crash of President Mnangagwa’s bodyguard, alongside updates on key political figures, including Nelson Chamisa’s return to the public eye.

📰 Key Stories Today

  • Mnangagwa Motorcade Crash Video: ZANU-PF released a 26-second video showing a presidential motorcade outrider crashing into a Forced Security bus in Harare, reportedly to dispel rumours of a sinister incident.

  • Nicholas Zakaria’s Burial: Today marks the burial of renowned Zimbabwean musician Nicholas Zakaria, who passed away this week after battling diabetes and hypertension.

  • Nelson Chamisa’s Public Return: Nelson Chamisa made a rare public appearance at his annual charity dinner, his second in public in over a year, announcing that he has resolved issues that kept him away and will be back for 2026.

  • Paul Tungwarara Re-Nominated: Following internal challenges, Paul Tswara has been re-nominated by the Chipinge district to represent them in the ZANU-PF Central Committee, defying critics.

  • South African Presidential Race: South Africa is gripped by election fever as the ANC presidential nomination race heats up, with endorsements split between factions of the party’s veterans.

  • South Africa Tourism Boom: South Africa’s airports reported 19.5 million travelers in 2025, marking the highest number since the pre-lockdown era and highlighting the country’s popularity as a budget-friendly tourist destination.

 

🇿🇼 Bodyguard Crash Sparks Debate, Chamisa Hints at 2026

The political landscape in Zimbabwe continues to be defined by both the ruling party’s actions and the opposition’s strategic maneuvering. The unexpected release of a video by ZANU-PF showing an outrider in President Mnangagwa’s motorcade crashing into a bus in Harare has been presented by the party as a move to quash rumours and assert transparency regarding the incident. The video, which shows the bodyguard being attended to and the rest of the motorcade passing by, aims to confirm that the event was merely an accident.

Meanwhile, opposition leader Nelson Chamisa has re-emerged into the public sphere after maintaining a low profile for over a year following the 2023 elections. His attendance and speech at his annual charity dinner in Harare were significant, where he hinted at a political comeback in 2026. Chamisa suggested that personal and political issues that caused his absence have been resolved, indicating a potential launch of a new political initiative to counter the ZANU-PF’s 2030 agenda. This announcement, alongside the continued internal squabbles within ZANU-PF over the co-option of figures like Paul Tswara into the Central Committee, suggests that 2026 is poised to be a volatile and active year in Zimbabwean politics.

The nation also mourns the loss of music legend Nicholas Zakaria, whose burial is scheduled for today. The musician’s passing, after a long battle with diabetes and hypertension, marks a significant cultural loss, with massive funeral services already held in his honour.

🌍 South African Politics and Tourism

In South Africa, the political focus remains on the looming ANC presidential race, where various candidates, including Paul Mashatile, have publicly declared their intent to run. The endorsements for candidates are becoming increasingly complex, with different factions of the ANC’s veterans publicly disagreeing on their support. The outcome of the 2026 local government elections is being seen as a crucial indicator for the ANC’s future leadership, as top officials have suggested that a poor performance could undermine the candidates’ aspirations for the 2027 party presidency.

Despite the political turbulence, South Africa’s tourism sector is reporting a significant recovery. The country’s airports recorded 19.5 million travelers in 2025, nearing pre-lockdown figures and solidifying South Africa’s reputation as a highly affordable destination for tourists from regions like the US, UK, Europe, and China.

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