According to a source in that party, the move has been met with anger and frustration from CCC supporters in Masvingo, who are in favor of Councillor Sitemere Wilstaff.

The source revealed that Chamisa had directed Farai Chinobva to make sure that Chiwara lands the mayoral post. He reportedly ordered him to add his trusted lieutenants into a committee that would influence the imposition of Chiwara, a move that has been seen as a clear attempt to rig the selection process and ensure that Chiwara wins, regardless of the wishes of the CCC supporters.

“CCC supporters in Masvingo are furious over Chamisa's plan to impose Chiwara. They say that Chiwara is not the right person for the job and that his imposition would be a betrayal of their trust. They are also concerned that Chamisa's actions will damage the CCC's reputation in Masvingo and make it more difficult for the party to win elections in the future,” said the source.

The source further revealed that Chamisa wanted Masvingo Ward 9 Councillor-elect, Daniel Mberikunashe as deputy Mayor.

Meanwhile, Chamisa is on record imposing mayors against the wish of his supporters. In Bulawayo, he imposed David Coltart Mayor, despite the fact that most CCC supporters in Bulawayo wanted a Ndebele candidate. Chamisa also imposed Ian Makone in Harare which was against the majority of CCC supporters who wanted the retention of Jacob Mafume. The CCC supporters indicated that Makone was too professional to do the tricks needed for a CCC mayor in Harare.

According to the source Chamisa is said to be purging supporters of his internal rival, Tendai Biti. Among those who fell victim due to their alliance to Biti are Mafume (Harare Mayoral posts), Settlement Chikwinya (Mbizo Constituency) and Biti himself (Harare East constituency).