Mnangagwa’s Spokesman Expresses Panic Over ANC’s Weakened Position

By Farai D Hove | ZimEye | In a riveting revelation, Emmerson Mnangagwa’s spokesman, George Charamba, displayed significant concern late Friday night regarding the precarious position of South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC) party. The ANC, which has historically supported Mnangagwa’s ZANU PF party, appears to be struggling to secure a majority, based on the latest electoral figures.

Charamba, using his official X handle @dhonzamusoro007, posted a message underscoring the ANC’s previous pivotal support for ZANU PF amid South African politics. The post highlighted past instances where South African political dynamics involved significant figures interacting with the region and ZANU PF, referencing the political stability this relationship provided. However, Charamba’s tone suggested anxiety about current developments, particularly the possibility of an ANC-DA alliance that could challenge ZANU PF’s influence.

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Charamba’s post reads:
“LEST WE DON’T REMEMBER: This is not the first time South African politics have delivered white figures to our region and to Zanu PF! We have had this before, to emerge unscathed. I thus get amused when people suggest some ANC-DA Alliance would leave Zanu PF in some invidious position. Of course not, never!!!!”

The electoral data shows the ANC at 41.10% support, failing to secure an outright majority, which could signal a shift in the political landscape. The Democratic Alliance (DA) has gained ground, securing 21.72% of the vote, positioning itself as a formidable opposition. Meanwhile, Jacob Zuma’s MK party holds third place with 13.65% support. The election results are based on the compilation of 89.06% of the voting districts, indicating a significant but not yet complete tally.

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This shift in the South African political arena could have profound implications for Zimbabwe’s ruling party, ZANU PF. For the past 24 years, ZANU PF has relied on the ANC’s backing to maintain its governance amidst widespread allegations of misrule and economic mismanagement. The ANC’s weakened position may force ZANU PF to reevaluate its political strategies and alliances within the region.

The evolving scenario presents a crucial moment for both South African and Zimbabwean politics, potentially reshaping alliances and power structures that have long been entrenched. The remaining votes and the final outcome of the elections will be critical in determining the future political landscape and its ripple effects on regional stability.- ZimEye