By Political Reporter- Zanu PF leader Emmerson Mnangagwa has lured back Dzikamai Mavhaire, a long-time party member and prominent critic of former President Robert Mugabe.

Mavhaire, known for his bold challenge to Mugabe’s extended rule in the 1990s—a time when few dared to confront the veteran leader—was ousted from the party for his stance.

Despite this, he was reinstated and served in various government positions, including as Minister of Energy.

After Mugabe’s removal in the 2017 military coup, Mavhaire briefly switched allegiances, joining the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC).

However, Mnangagwa has now brought Mavhaire, along with his son Lawrence and former MDC-T MP for Gutu Central, Oliver Chirume, back into the Zanu PF fold.

The trio was paraded at State House on Wednesday in a calculated move by Mnangagwa to showcase their return as a victory for the ruling party’s influence.