Zimbabwe’s political scene is buzzing with reports of escalating tensions between President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Vice President Constantino Chiwenga. Recent developments suggest a deepening rift, with state-run media allegedly deleting footage of Chiwenga lashing out at Mnangagwa, sparking widespread panic within the media fraternity.
Sources indicate that Vice President Chiwenga has subtly warned President Mnangagwa against political engineering to extend his stay in power beyond the current term, reportedly referencing the motivations behind the 2017 coup that brought Mnangagwa to power. This comes amidst reports of Mnangagwa throwing jabs at Chiwenga for his absence at a recent Zanu PF fundraising dinner, further fueling speculation about a power struggle within the ruling party.
Key Players Involved
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa: Current President of Zimbabwe, facing internal political challenges.
- Vice President Constantino Chiwenga: Reportedly at odds with the President, with recent public warnings and criticisms.
- Zanu PF: Zimbabwe’s ruling party, experiencing internal factionalism.
Event Timeline
- October 24-26, 2026: Reports emerge of Chiwenga’s strong warnings and Mnangagwa’s retaliatory jabs.
- Recently: State-run media outlets, including ZBC and Star FM, allegedly delete footage related to Chiwenga’s criticisms, indicating media panic.
