Making it official Tsvangirai with his wife and spokesman on Friday In a well skimmed bedroom coup d’etat, Liz Tsvangirai has now become the de facto President of the Movement for Democratic Change, effectively replacing her ailing husband Morgan.
Impeccable inside sources revealed to ZimEye.com Friday, that Liz, a daughter of a senior Zanu PF member dealt her long time nemesis Vice President Thokozani Khupe a major blow by appointing two of her husbands so called ‘home-boys’ to the Presidency.
Khupe who has been on the ground working with party structures mobilising them in well attended protest marches across the length and breadth of the country, was effectively relegated to a weaker position after the appointment of Nelson Chamisa and Elias Mudzuri to the presidency.
Sources say Tsvangirai has not been well, incapacitated to a point that Liz is now actively involved in the party’s major decision-making, working with a small group of the infamous kitchen cabinet members, in a clear violation of party constitution, protocol and procedures.
In Zanu PF, Grace Mugabe who haboured political ambitions could not brazenly take over power through the bedroom, though she wielded it, instead Grace contested and became an official member of the Zanu PF leadership by being elected to the powerful Womens’ League. Grace now as a result leads the G-40 faction.
In the MDC all became clear Friday when ailing Tsvangirai called a press conference, together with Liz as they sat at the top table to make a major announcement the rest of the national executive team were in the dark on. Not even his deputy the popular Khupe knew of this development, with party spokesperson Obert Gutu quick to run to Facebook distancing himself from it all.
Khupe also told weekend papers she too was in the dark concerning the two men who have since joined her as co- Vice Presidents.
Glaringly obvious at the press conference was that party protocol and constitution had been thrown out through the window, the rest of the top party leadership were relegated to mere spectators, while young Liz sat there firmly in power somewhat sealing up the bedroom coup.
Khupe told weekend papers yesterday that she had nothing to do with the appointments, a clear indication that MDC-T is headed for a roller-coaster ride over the leadership changes.
Tsvangirai claimed he wanted to strengthen the party’s leadership ahead of the 2018 elections, but there is speculation he is preparing to exit the scene through nature’s hand after announcing last month that he is suffering from colon cancer.
Khupe, a long-time lieutenant of the former trade unionist, now appears highly unlikely to take over from Tsvangirai if he exits the scene. She appeared uncomfortable speaking about the subject after leading MDC-T supporters in a demonstration dubbed #beatthepot held in the streets of Bulawayo.
“If you want any comment on that issue [new VP’s], can you please talk to Morgan Richard Tsvangirai,” Khupe said.
MDC-T secretary-general Douglas Mwonzora is outside the country and missed both the national executive and council meetings that recommended the expansion of the presidency.
However, close sources say Tsvangirai wanted to stem the growing factionalism in the party as senior leaders were jostling to succeed him and as some had even unofficially spoken to Zimbabwe People’s First about an alliance.
“Tsvangirai’s confidence in his lieutenants like Khupe and Mwonzora was waning as speculation grows that they are privately talking to Joice Mujuru about a coalition,” a close source said.
MDC-T spokesman Obert Gutu said he was not in the picture about the development since he was away in Victoria Falls when the national council meeting was held.
“I will touch base with the party when I’m back in Harare on Sunday [today] on the developments. I am currently away at the Law Society Winter School,” Gutu said.
Tamborinyoka was not reachable for comment.
Kent University law lecturer and former Tsvangirai adviser Alex Magaisa said the decision might have been influenced by the need to contain factionalism in the party.
“It could be that creating a triumvirate of vice-presidents is a political balancing exercise in the MDC-T succession race, as the leader tries to manage the ambitions of competing candidates and their factions,” Magaisa wrote.
He added that the appointment of Chamisa and Mudzuri was meant to contain factions in the party.
“Probably because they are the two more popular succession candidates who were not in the top echelons of the party. Far from promoting factional interests and fortunes of either man, these appointments may be aimed at containing them,” Magaisa added.
According to our Bulawayo bureau, senior provincial leaders are planning to hold an urgent meeting to discuss Tsvangirai’s decision.
Party officials in the city told The Standard they were not happy with Tsvangirai’s move, and have started deliberating on the way forward. standard
Iwe ndiwe unongonyora zvokumama chete kana usina nyaya wAdii kuvata hako than matakanana ako awo uribenzi iwe
Iwe ndiwe unongonyora zvokumama chete kana usina nyaya wAdii kuvata hako than matakanana ako awo uribenzi iwe
The ordinary citizens (supporters) should make the decision anyway this is the way of african politics typical
New Gire in the making. What is the wifw doing at that table. Morgie should have been flanked by officials of the party not family. This not a family affair. The prophetess syndrome is a Zimbabwean disease. Apa Save varovera bhora mudondo. Kurwara here?.
New Gire in the making. What is the wifw doing at that table. Morgie should have been flanked by officials of the party not family. This not a family affair. The prophetess syndrome is a Zimbabwean disease. Apa Save varovera bhora mudondo. Kurwara here?.
Her skin bleaching inosemesa. I almost vomited when i glanced at her picture. You know this skin bleaching also causes a foul smell from the body.
Her skin bleaching inosemesa. I almost vomited when i glanced at her picture. You know this skin bleaching also causes a foul smell from the body.
Forget about everything …. it’s just the way this buffoon monkeys Mugabe in EVERY WAY.
Look at everything there … doesn’t he look as silly and condescending as Mugabe has been and remains!!
Arrrrgghhhhh!!!!!
Forget about everything …. it’s just the way this buffoon monkeys Mugabe in EVERY WAY.
Look at everything there … doesn’t he look as silly and condescending as Mugabe has been and remains!!
Arrrrgghhhhh!!!!!
Think after reading . Not everything u read is true
Think after reading . Not everything u read is true
Goveya, u really believe this.kkkkkkk. Really. No my dear
The writer and anybody who dares to believe this zanu tired garbage are the ones pulling Zimbabwe down.
Liz never said anything ,she is standing by her husband only. Shame shame desperation must not get this far. U have tried and failed and you are now tired thAt is why you think people will believe this junk
hezvo….you have missed the point completely.Liz has nothing to do with the changes that were made and she has no influence whatsoever. This was a Congress resolution and is only being implemented now. Khupe has no reason to panic. She is the senior vice president and that has not changed. your article is just but malicious. MDC is the future guys whether you like it or not
hezvo….you have missed the point completely.Liz has nothing to do with the changes that were made and she has no influence whatsoever. This was a Congress resolution and is only being implemented now. Khupe has no reason to panic. She is the senior vice president and that has not changed. your article is just but malicious. MDC is the future guys whether you like it or not
Mdc is now officially Save (pvt) ltd.This is really sad, we thought we were on the right track, but this.I now believe those that say the terms for leaders should be limited to 2. Save should have left long ago, the longer he stays at the helm the more big his head will grow, worse now that he has a young wife who loves cameras like Enock Chikowore. i miss Susan Tswangirai, she knew her place quite well.Eliza should stick to what she does best – kuzora ambi. Grace Mugabe did not rush into politics, she took her time studying the events, i am sure she had good advisors, manje Liz OMG, whats going to happen when she becomes the first lady.This is a recipe for disaster.
I think this hero worshiping is not helping us at all. All these selfish and power hungry people who are always dishing out public praises to Save (e.g. Hwende etc) are creating a monster bit by bit, he now thinks he is a little god
Shame Elizabeth you will be exposed Zimbabweans are not blind,,asijiki
Haiwawo Chikanza azimbirwa nematuzvi.
after reading this shit I feel more stupid.
after reading this shit I feel more stupid.
Hoax or not, eriza has a hold over morgiza. So figure out the rest. Im done supporting mdc
Zanu -pf propaganda (hoax news)
Absolute bullshit …find a real story
Absolute bullshit …find a real story
I think Tsvangirai is being poisoned in small amounts by his wife Ruzabet. That would explain the cancer. What would a woman like her want with such a man? He’s now broke, frail, not to mention old. The daughter of a strong Zanu member and she’s not having any children for him. This equation simply does not add up.
I think this is coming from ZANU PF sources coz it is only them who are under petti-coat government…..
Strong leaders but weak institutions, hallmark of Zimbabwe and African politics.
Morgan, zve waiita zvinoratidza kuti uri munyepi mukuru. Waratidze humbishi huri mwauri. Wasiyaneyi neZanu-pf? Kupa MDC ku ZANU-pf iwewe. Kuzi pikata hakusi kunzi ridza. Kutungamira bato hazvirevi kuti ngerako wega. Ma vote anoitwa zvaita sei mu MDC?
Swere-swere akarwarawo, wopawo mumwe…..
Madirewo ekutonga, achamutsvitse kwa taisireva.
They call them Shona Gukurahundism machinations for sure. You trust Shonas at your own peril!!
They call them Shona Gukurahundism machinations for sure. You trust Shonas at your own peril!!
In a well skimmed bedroom coup d’etat, Liz Tsvangirai has now become the de facto President of the Movement for Democratic Change, effectively replacing her ailing husband Morgan.
Iwe ndiwe unongonyora zvokumama chete kana usina nyaya wAdii kuvata hako than matakanana ako awo uribenzi iwe
Iwe ndiwe unongonyora zvokumama chete kana usina nyaya wAdii kuvata hako than matakanana ako awo uribenzi iwe
The ordinary citizens (supporters) should make the decision anyway this is the way of african politics typical
New Gire in the making. What is the wifw doing at that table. Morgie should have been flanked by officials of the party not family. This not a family affair. The prophetess syndrome is a Zimbabwean disease. Apa Save varovera bhora mudondo. Kurwara here?.
New Gire in the making. What is the wifw doing at that table. Morgie should have been flanked by officials of the party not family. This not a family affair. The prophetess syndrome is a Zimbabwean disease. Apa Save varovera bhora mudondo. Kurwara here?.
Her skin bleaching inosemesa. I almost vomited when i glanced at her picture. You know this skin bleaching also causes a foul smell from the body.
Her skin bleaching inosemesa. I almost vomited when i glanced at her picture. You know this skin bleaching also causes a foul smell from the body.
Forget about everything …. it’s just the way this buffoon monkeys Mugabe in EVERY WAY.
Look at everything there … doesn’t he look as silly and condescending as Mugabe has been and remains!!
Arrrrgghhhhh!!!!!
Forget about everything …. it’s just the way this buffoon monkeys Mugabe in EVERY WAY.
Look at everything there … doesn’t he look as silly and condescending as Mugabe has been and remains!!
Arrrrgghhhhh!!!!!
Think after reading . Not everything u read is true
Think after reading . Not everything u read is true
Goveya, u really believe this.kkkkkkk. Really. No my dear
The writer and anybody who dares to believe this zanu tired garbage are the ones pulling Zimbabwe down.
Liz never said anything ,she is standing by her husband only. Shame shame desperation must not get this far. U have tried and failed and you are now tired thAt is why you think people will believe this junk
hezvo….you have missed the point completely.Liz has nothing to do with the changes that were made and she has no influence whatsoever. This was a Congress resolution and is only being implemented now. Khupe has no reason to panic. She is the senior vice president and that has not changed. your article is just but malicious. MDC is the future guys whether you like it or not
hezvo….you have missed the point completely.Liz has nothing to do with the changes that were made and she has no influence whatsoever. This was a Congress resolution and is only being implemented now. Khupe has no reason to panic. She is the senior vice president and that has not changed. your article is just but malicious. MDC is the future guys whether you like it or not
Mdc is now officially Save (pvt) ltd.This is really sad, we thought we were on the right track, but this.I now believe those that say the terms for leaders should be limited to 2. Save should have left long ago, the longer he stays at the helm the more big his head will grow, worse now that he has a young wife who loves cameras like Enock Chikowore. i miss Susan Tswangirai, she knew her place quite well.Eliza should stick to what she does best – kuzora ambi. Grace Mugabe did not rush into politics, she took her time studying the events, i am sure she had good advisors, manje Liz OMG, whats going to happen when she becomes the first lady.This is a recipe for disaster.
I think this hero worshiping is not helping us at all. All these selfish and power hungry people who are always dishing out public praises to Save (e.g. Hwende etc) are creating a monster bit by bit, he now thinks he is a little god
Shame Elizabeth you will be exposed Zimbabweans are not blind,,asijiki
Haiwawo Chikanza azimbirwa nematuzvi.
after reading this shit I feel more stupid.
after reading this shit I feel more stupid.
Hoax or not, eriza has a hold over morgiza. So figure out the rest. Im done supporting mdc
Zanu -pf propaganda (hoax news)
Absolute bullshit …find a real story
Absolute bullshit …find a real story
I think Tsvangirai is being poisoned in small amounts by his wife Ruzabet. That would explain the cancer. What would a woman like her want with such a man? He’s now broke, frail, not to mention old. The daughter of a strong Zanu member and she’s not having any children for him. This equation simply does not add up.
I think this is coming from ZANU PF sources coz it is only them who are under petti-coat government…..
Strong leaders but weak institutions, hallmark of Zimbabwe and African politics.
Morgan, zve waiita zvinoratidza kuti uri munyepi mukuru. Waratidze humbishi huri mwauri. Wasiyaneyi neZanu-pf? Kupa MDC ku ZANU-pf iwewe. Kuzi pikata hakusi kunzi ridza. Kutungamira bato hazvirevi kuti ngerako wega. Ma vote anoitwa zvaita sei mu MDC?
Swere-swere akarwarawo, wopawo mumwe…..
Madirewo ekutonga, achamutsvitse kwa taisireva.
They call them Shona Gukurahundism machinations for sure. You trust Shonas at your own peril!!
They call them Shona Gukurahundism machinations for sure. You trust Shonas at your own peril!!