Chiwenga Calls 2017 Takeover a Coup

Published: 13 Oct, 2025 07:57 Sources: S1S2S3 Category: Politics Language: English Country: Zimbabwe
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Constantino Chiwenga has, for the first time, described the 2017 removal of Robert Mugabe as a coup in a confidential report dated September 17, 2025. Addressing Zanu-PF leaders, he said the military took “a bold and necessary step” to remove Mugabe. This contrasts with earlier military statements that described the operation as a “military-assisted transition.” The disclosure comes ahead of the party’s annual conference.