By Political Reporter – Controversial Masvingo preacher Isaac Makomichi has reignited speculation about Zimbabwe’s political future by predicting the fall of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the rise of his deputy, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga.

Speaking at an interdenominational prayer group in Beitbridge, Makomichi claimed that Chiwenga would one day lead the nation, but only with Mnangagwa’s blessings.

He further stressed that Chiwenga’s loyalty to Mnangagwa was crucial for his rise despite enemies attempting to block his path to power.

Makomichi’s prophecy comes amidst growing tension between Mnangagwa and Chiwenga, who have been embroiled in a quiet but escalating power struggle since the 2017 coup that ousted Robert Mugabe.

This rift came to the fore during a heated ZANU-PF politburo meeting last Wednesday, where Mnangagwa accused Chiwenga’s allies of using social media to rally support for the Vice President.

The meeting initially convened to trim delegates for next month’s conference, turned into a battleground as Mnangagwa signalled his intent to block Chiwenga’s succession in 2028.

Mnangagwa’s plan to promote his ally, Mabel Chinomona, at the upcoming Bulawayo conference faces stiff opposition from Chiwenga loyalists.

The long-standing rivalry between the two leaders, once united in overthrowing Mugabe, now threatens to fracture the party, with signs of an intensifying struggle for control as Zimbabwe’s next presidential transition approaches.