By A Correspondent

In a recent incident that has sent shockwaves through Zimbabwe’s ruling party, Zanu PF Youth League leader Taurai Kandishaya reportedly disrespected Vice President Constantino Chiwenga during President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s birthday celebrations in Masvingo.

This public affront has reignited tensions within the party, raising concerns about potential factional divisions reminiscent of the 2017 power struggle.

Sources within Zanu PF have disclosed that Kandishaya’s comments were seen as not only disrespectful but also indicative of deeper rifts within the party’s ranks.

“Kandishaya disrespected VP Chiwenga in Masvingo. Knives are out against him,” an insider revealed.

This statement underscores the volatile atmosphere within the party, with factions aligning themselves either with Mnangagwa or Chiwenga.

The confrontation has drawn parallels to the events leading up to the ousting of former President Robert Mugabe in 2017, suggesting that the party may be on the brink of another significant internal conflict.

“A storm is brewing, another 2017 scenario on the cards,” the source added, highlighting the potential for escalating tensions.

As factions within Zanu PF continue to jockey for power, the fallout from Kandishaya’s remarks may lead to serious repercussions for his political future and further destabilize the already fractured party dynamics.

With the general sentiment growing increasingly critical, the coming days could reveal whether this incident will lead to a full-blown confrontation within the party or if it will be swiftly contained.

The implications of this incident extend beyond individual careers; they resonate with the broader struggle for power within Zimbabwean politics, where loyalty and respect for leadership remain crucial for survival in the turbulent landscape of Zanu PF.