HARARE –Tensions are expected to flare at the upcoming ZANU PF Politburo meeting scheduled for Wednesday, as internal rifts within the ruling party widen, particularly between Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and influential businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei.
ZANU PF said in a statement that the meeting will take place at the party’s headquarters on 30 July 2025 at 10:00am. “The Secretary General of ZANU PF, Cde. Dr.
O. M. Mpofu advises members of a Politiburo meeting to be held this Wednesday, 30 July 2025 at 1000hrs.
The meeting shall be held at ZANU PF HEADQUARTERS.
All members should be seated by 0945 Hours sharp,” the party said.
The meeting comes against a backdrop of escalating internal contestation, with sources pointing to a deepening power struggle between Chiwenga and Tagwirei. The businessman, who enjoys significant political and economic influence, is reportedly at odds with Chiwenga over key issues related to party strategy, appointments, and long-term leadership dynamics.
Party insiders say the rivalry between the two has spilled into different structures of the party, creating two distinct power centres ahead of the crucial meeting.
Although ZANU PF continues to insist it remains united, this week’s Politburo gathering is expected to lay bare some of the unresolved tensions that have been building behind the scenes.
With the spotlight firmly on Wednesday’s deliberations, all eyes will be on how the party leadership handles the simmering discord between two of its most powerful figures.
Source: Zimeye
