Political Reporter
In a surprising leak ahead of tomorrow's crucial presidential elections, Nelson Chamisa's list of preferred cabinet appointees has been exposed.
The list has caused a stir in political circles, as it relegates seasoned Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) members, such as Tendai Biti and Welshman Ncube, to less prominent roles.
According to the details procured by the Harare Post, Chamisa seems to be prioritizing his close allies for the top-tier cabinet positions.
Fadzayi Mahere is pegged for the dual roles of Vice President and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Gift Ostallos Siziba is set for the critical role of Minister of Defence, while Allan 'Rusty' Markham is in line for the Finance Ministry portfolio.
Moreover, the list features Happymore Chiziva as the Minister of Home Affairs, the divisive preacher, Talent Chiwenga as the Minister of Religion, and Tendai Biti being repositioned as the Minister of Sports and Youths.
Additionally, Lynnette Karenyi Kore and Cecilia Chimbiri are tapped for the Minister of Industry, Trade and Commerce and Minister of Environment and Tourism respectively.
Joanna Mamombe is earmarked for Agriculture, Starman Chamisa for Mines, and Welshman Ncube in the low-profile role of Minister of State in the President's office, overseeing Local Government and Devolution.
Regarding provincial leadership, Murisi Zwizwai is favoured to be Harare's Metropolitan Governor, while David Coltart is being considered for the position of Mayor of Bulawayo.
However, not all within the CCC are on board. Some influential figures within the party openly challenged the list.
"This list is pure rubbish. It's merely a reward for his loyalists and ignores the broader national interest,” one senior party member said.
Meanwhile, tensions within the CCC were palpable at yesterday’s rally where attendees fervently chanted Biti's name, suggesting potential rifts in the party's base and indicating Chamisa's declining popularity among some factions.
Idah Maroveke, a political analyst, weighed in, noting, "Zimbabwe is a democratic nation, and Chamisa is well within his rights to visualize his dream government. However, the vibes on the ground seem to point towards a ZANU PF landslide victory."
With the election looming, the internal dissent in CCC surrounding Chamisa's choices for key roles raises questions about party unity and direction. Only time will tell if this internal rift will impact the party's chances in tomorrow's electoral showdown.
