By A Corresponde

Tendai Biti’s recent comments have sparked widespread controversy, with many Zimbabweans accusing the former Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) Secretary General of attempting to reclaim political relevance after years of silence. His sudden call for action against any moves to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term has left citizens questioning his sincerity and motives.

In a statement this week, Biti warned Zimbabweans to resist any effort by the ruling Zanu PF party to extend Mnangagwa’s presidency, calling such attempts “unlawful and unconstitutional.” He described the fight against this extension as one of the biggest challenges facing the nation in 2025.

“The battle we must face in 2025 is a fight against the unlawful push to extend the presidency beyond its constitutional limits,” Biti declared. “We must resist any efforts to undermine our democracy and protect our freedoms. This is about safeguarding our constitution and ensuring that authoritarianism does not take root.”

While Biti’s message against authoritarianism seemed strong, many citizens, particularly those from his former MDC base, have labeled him a “traitor” for betraying the people’s struggle. His critics argue that his recent statements are a desperate attempt to distance himself from past political missteps, especially after his controversial departure from MDC.

Biti went on to accuse the Zanu PF government of using deceitful tactics to consolidate power, labeling them as a “master of manipulation” through a strategy he termed the “6 D’s”: Deceive, Delay, Deflect, Deny, Denounce, and Destroy. He cautioned that Zimbabwe must remain vigilant against these tactics in the lead-up to the 2025 elections.

Despite his strong rhetoric, many have expressed doubts about Biti’s real commitment to change, with some seeing his comments as a last-ditch effort to regain political traction.

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