Zanu-PF Succession Tensions

Published: 23 Sep, 2025 07:58 Sources: S1 S2 S3 Category: Politics Language: English Country: Zimbabwe

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President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Deputy General Constantino Chiwenga publicly clashed over party succession. Rumors circulated regarding illnesses, purges, and deaths among senior security officials. Social media amplified claims that financier Kudakwashe Tagwirei plotted against former Chief of the Defence Forces Anselem Sanyatwe. Officials stated that Sanyatwe traveled abroad for medical treatment. Analysts noted factional tension and uncertainty over leadership succession within Zanu-PF.