AS Zanu PF infighting intensifies, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who is also the ruling Zanu PF leader, has lashed out against his internal political rivals and critics led by Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga describing them as “wolves in sheep’s clothing”, during yesterday’s politburo meeting at the party headquarters in Harare.
This means Mnangagwa sees Chiwenga’s military-backed Zanu PF camp as made up of some deceptively dangerous characters who masquerade as good people, while pursuing a nefarious agenda.
Mnangagwa has been under attack from Chiwenga’s faction, with war veterans declaring war on him, saying he must go as he has failed dismally.
In his speech, Mnangagwa said: “Unfortunate and misplaced narratives that seek to distort facts, as well as stir up division and discord, should not be given a footing in our body politic.
“True cadres of the party are clear on the correct line of the revolution, our party’s history, values and traditions. Do not be clouded or misled by wolves in sheep’s clothing abusing our rich liberation heritage for their own divisive ends.
“Loyal members are Zanu PF by day and Zanu PF by night; not merely when it is convenient, or expedient to be members. At no time should we, as the party leadership, question you about your sense of commitment, duty and loyalty.
“Ngatizvibvunze patiri ipapo. All the Leagues of the party are urged to implement programmes that raise the state of our national consciousness. Party members must be taught the correct line, discipline and protocols of the party. We are a Party of order and discipline.”
Mnangagwa added: “The leadership from the Politburo as well as provinces, districts, branches, villages/cells are directed to complement the Chitepo School of Ideology and deliberately roll-out initiatives that will instil the appropriate decorum, values and discipline within the rank and file of the party.” – STAFF WRITER
