Harare –The ZANU‑PF provincial leadership in Manicaland has declared its continued backing for the co‑option of Presidential adviser Dr Paul Tungwarara to the party’s Central Committee, despite a directive from the national Political Commissariat nullifying the move. Senior officials from Manicaland’s provincial executive however insisted that the province’s position remains unchanged. “Our position and full support has not changed,” a senior provincial executive member told Express Mail Zim.
“Dr Tungwarara was endorsed by the Provincial Coordinating Committee and as Manicaland province we still regard him as our most capable and suitable choice. That remains our of stance although we remain loyal to party structures and protocol. Another high‑ranking provincial official who spoke on condition of anonymity described the national directive as “premature” adding, “We respect the Commissariat and regard it with the highest level.
However, the province has the right to recommend someone who commands respect and support on the groun and Dr Tungwarara is that person. The people of Manicaland spoke, and we will not pretend otherwise. “With the highest respect we urge a reversal of the nullification,”he said.
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A third provincial leader called the commissariat’s decision “a misunderstanding that needs dialogue,” and reiterated, “Manicaland is clear.” Dr Tungwarara is still our preferred candidate. We believe this can be resolved internally without undermining the will of the province.” The senior leaders in the province said that it will now seek engagement with national party leadership to resolve the impasse. No further comment was available from the National Political Commissar at the time of publication.
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