Strange Presidential Acting Arrangements in Zimbabwe
Vice President Kembo Mohadi and Constantino Chiwenga are set to alternate as acting presidents during President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s annual leave, a move analysts suggest is designed to prevent Chiwenga from consolidating power.
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Acting Presidency Shuffle: Vice President Kembo Mohadi will serve as acting president from late December until the end of the month, followed by VP Constantino Chiwenga from January 1st to 13th, with Mohadi returning for the remainder of the month.
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Venus Williams Wedding: The tennis superstar has reportedly married in a high-profile ceremony, marking one of the major entertainment highlights of the season.
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Zambian Legal Battle: The family of the late former President Edgar Lungu has won a stay from the Supreme Court of Appeal to prevent the government from forcibly burying him in Zambia against their wishes.
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Libyan Military Loss: Libya’s Chief of Army Staff, General Muhammad Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad, was killed in a plane crash shortly after departing from Turkey.
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South African Floods: Two siblings were found dead in the Hennops River in Centurion after their vehicle was swept away by flash floods.
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Prophetic Warnings: Prophet Advocate Joshua has issued an “urgent” prophecy regarding the life and safety of President Mnangagwa, calling for immediate intercession.
Analysis of the “Strange Acting Arrangement”
The current rotational acting presidency in Zimbabwe has sparked significant political speculation. Traditionally, an acting president serves for the duration of the principal’s absence. However, President Mnangagwa’s decision to split the month of January between his two deputies—specifically breaking up Constantino Chiwenga’s tenure—is seen by many as a strategic “disturbing” of Chiwenga’s momentum. By limiting Chiwenga to a mere 13 days, much of which falls over a holiday period and weekends, the arrangement effectively minimizes his ability to exercise executive influence or settle into the role.
This maneuver comes amid ongoing rumors regarding the “2030” agenda and internal power struggles within ZANU-PF. Journalists note that despite public displays of unity, this administrative shuffle suggests a lack of trust at the highest levels of government. The arrangement ensures that neither VP can build significant administrative or military loyalty while the President is away, maintaining the status quo until Mnangagwa’s return.
Regional Developments and Social Unrest
Beyond the political corridors of Harare, the region is mourning the loss of General Al-Haddad of Libya and the tragic deaths of siblings in South Africa due to extreme weather. Meanwhile, in Ghana, a “prophet” has reportedly induced panic by claiming the world will end on December 25th, leading followers to sell their possessions. These stories, alongside the ongoing legal drama surrounding Edgar Lungu’s burial, highlight a period of significant volatility across the continent as 2025 draws to a close.
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