ZANU PF Descends Into Chaos As Leaders Remove Each Other – Eduzim News

Chaos Erupts in ZANU PF Youth League as Leadership Clash Deepens

By A Correspondent | ZimEye | December 10, 2024 – The ZANU PF Youth League has been plunged into turmoil following a dramatic reshuffle announced by Secretary for Youth Affairs, Tino Machakaire, on December 9. The reshuffle has seen the replacement of key figures in the National Executive Council, citing the need to fulfill constitutional obligations and resolutions of the National People’s Conference. However, the decision has faced immediate pushback, exposing deep divisions within the party.

The reshuffle named Cdes Tsungai Makumbe, Phinias Makombe, Philippa Mukoko, Munashe Mtutsa, Valeria Makonza, and Garikai Zonde to new strategic positions, including finance, commissariat, and science and technology. These changes were announced as taking effect immediately.

The move was swiftly countered by Deputy Secretary for Youth Affairs, Cde J. Paradza, in a strongly worded letter dated December 10. Paradza invalidated the reshuffle, accusing Machakaire of bypassing proper party procedures and disregarding constitutional provisions. Paradza cited article 25 and section 339 of the party’s constitution, emphasizing that any adjustments must involve consultations with provinces and respect the mandate given by the National Youth League Conference of 2022.

“The purported reshuffle is hereby put on hold until further notice,” Paradza declared, urging the affected leaders to remain in their current positions. He confirmed escalating the matter to Secretary General Cde O. Mpofu, seeking urgent intervention to prevent unnecessary divisions and tensions within the Youth League.

The clash has revealed a power struggle within the ZANU PF Youth League, highlighting growing internal discord. Both factions are vying for legitimacy, raising questions about governance within the ruling party’s youth wing.

Observers note that this public fallout could signal deeper unrest within the party, as factions maneuver for control in the run-up to key electoral and national events. The situation remains fluid, with both sides holding firm to their positions, awaiting further directives from the Secretary General.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.

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