Farai Dziva|Emmerson Mnangagwa will spend his annual in the country amid speculation there is rising tension between him and his deputy Constantino Chiwenga.

According to Acting Chief Secretary in the Office of the President and Cabinet, George Charamba, Mnangagwa has started his annual vacation which runs for the next three weeks until the end January.

“The Office of the President and Cabinet wishes to advise that His Excellency the President, Cde E.D. Mnangagwa, has started his annual vacation which runs for the next three weeks until the end of the month.

During this period, Honourable Vice Presidents General (Rid) Dr C.G.D.N. Chiwenga and Colonel (Rid) Cde K.C.D. Mohadi, will take turns to act in his place, starting with Honourable Vice President Chiwenga.

The President will spend his vacation in the country,” said Charamba.