War in Zanu PF as bigwigs tussle over affiliates

INFIGHTING has erupted within Zanu PF-linked affiliates as senior ruling party figures allegedly battle to seize control of empowerment funds and grassroots structures ahead of the groups’ planned integration into the party. 

The power struggles, which insiders say are driven by competing political ambitions and access to State-backed resources, have exposed deepening factionalism within organisations created to mobilise support for President Emmerson Mnangagwa.  

The disputes come at a time when questions are mounting over accountability and transparency in the management of presidential empowerment funds, raising concern that programmes meant to uplift ordinary citizens are being diverted to serve the elite’s political interests. 

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