MNANGAGWA’S SECRET PLAN TO STAY IN POWER

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has denied wanting to stay in power beyond 2028. He says he will not extend his time as president past his second term. But behind the scenes, things are different. Mnangagwa’s close political allies and supporters are pushing hard to keep him in power beyond 2028. They want him to stay president until 2030. This campaign seems well-organized, and it is clear that Mnangagwa knows about it and supports it.

This situation shows Mnangagwa’s plan to hold onto power for as long as possible. By saying publicly that he does not want to stay in power, Mnangagwa gives himself a way to deny responsibility if the plan does not work. But his close allies are not hiding the truth. They are openly talking about extending Mnangagwa’s time in office. This situation has created tension in the ruling Zanu PF party. Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga and his supporters, especially those in the military, are not happy about Mnangagwa’s plan. This could lead to a power struggle inside the party as different groups fight to secure their future.

Mnangagwa’s public denial of wanting to extend his presidency may sound believable to some people, but his actions show a different story. For example, Midlands Provincial Affairs Minister Owen “Mudha” Ncube, a close friend of Mnangagwa, was caught on video showing support for the campaign to keep Mnangagwa in power longer. This is just one example of how Mnangagwa’s allies are revealing his real plan.

This type of political strategy is not new in Zimbabwe. Many leaders have done the same thing to stay in power, even when their term limits ended. They show a public image that makes them seem like they are following the law and the constitution, but behind the scenes, they are working hard to stay in control. In Mnangagwa’s case, his public statements are just an excuse in case his plan fails. By denying his intention, Mnangagwa can later say that the campaign to extend his term was done by his supporters, not by him.

But this strategy may cause bigger problems inside Zanu PF. The tension between Mnangagwa and Chiwenga is growing, and it could lead to a major power struggle. Chiwenga has strong support in the military, and he might not allow Mnangagwa to extend his time as president without a fight. If this conflict continues, it could weaken Zanu PF and make the country more unstable.

At the same time, Mnangagwa’s supporters are pushing hard for him to stay in power. They believe that Mnangagwa is the only one who can keep the country stable. They think Chiwenga is a danger to their power and influence. This is why they are willing to campaign for Mnangagwa to stay in office beyond 2028, even though the constitution does not allow it. By doing this, they hope to protect their own positions and power.

In the end, Mnangagwa’s plan to stay in power beyond 2028 is likely to cause more division and conflict inside the government and the ruling party. The campaign to extend his term shows the real face of politics in Zimbabwe: it is not always about following the constitution or what is best for the country. Instead, it is often about individuals and groups trying to keep power for as long as they can, even if it means breaking the rules or going against the will of the people.

The next few years will show if Mnangagwa’s plan will succeed, or if the tension in Zanu PF will lead to a different outcome. One thing is clear: Mnangagwa’s public denial of wanting to stay in power is only part of the game. Behind the scenes, his real goal is to remain president beyond 2028, and his allies are working hard to make sure that happens. The big question now is whether Zimbabweans will accept this or if they will push back against yet another attempt to stay in power longer than the constitution allows.