By A Correspondent
Sengezo Tshabangu, the controversial Secretary of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), controversially skipped his own rally in Masvingo on Saturday.
Tshabangu, often seen as a figure with close ties to Zanu PF, failed to attend the event at Mucheke Hall in Masvingo Urban, reportedly due to a disappointing turnout.
“His aides advised him against attending after assessing the situation,” said a source familiar with the matter. “This was supposed to be Tshabangu’s first provincial rally after he allegedly took over the CCC party with the help of Zanu PF.”
The rally, which was meant to galvanize support in Masvingo, a region considered to be a stronghold of CCC leader Nelson Chamisa, was left in disarray after Tshabangu’s sudden change of plans. “Masvingo is highly disappointed by Tshabangu’s failure to attend the provincial rally,” a local observer commented. “He knew that Masvingo is Chamisa’s stronghold but cancelled his visit at the last minute. I am angry.”
The event, described as poorly organized, saw a mere 10 members of parliament and senators in attendance. Key figures included Chief Whip Nonhlanhla Mlotshwa, Chief Whip of the National Assembly Charles Moyo, Senators Linda Sibanda, Bvumo, Phulu, and Maxwell Mdluri. However, the absence of Masvingo’s councillors, mayors, MPs, senators, and provincial council members was a stark sign of discontent within the party.
The lack of support from prominent local officials and the absence of Tshabangu himself has sent a clear message of dissatisfaction among CCC members in the province.
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