By A Correspondent

Zanu PF Chief Whip, Pupurai Togarepi, has firmly declared that President Emmerson Mnangagwa will remain in office beyond 2028, despite speculation surrounding his political future.

In an interview with Studio 7 on Tuesday, Togarepi addressed questions about Mnangagwa’s leadership, stating that the president’s tenure is secure and that the people of Zimbabwe, particularly Zanu PF members, support his continued rule.

Togarepi responded directly, “Aiwa ndofunga imi vatori venhau makabvunza munhu asiri iye. Tiri kutora nyaya kumunhu asiri muridzi wenyaya. Muridzi wenyaya imember dzeZanu PF neruzhinji kunze uko vari kuti President taona zvamaita toda kuti murambe muchititungamira.”

In English, Togarepi explained, “No, I think you journalists are asking the wrong person. You are taking the issue to someone who is not the rightful owner of the matter. The rightful owners of this issue are Zanu PF members and the people outside who want the President to continue leading us.”

Togarepi’s comments underline the Zanu PF party’s support for Mnangagwa and suggest that any talk of his departure is not only premature but also disconnected from the wishes of the party and its supporters. This statement comes amidst ongoing political discussions and the general perception of Mnangagwa’s leadership beyond the upcoming 2028 elections.