Political Reporter
Citizens Coalition for Change Sunningdale legislator, Maureen Kademaunga has reportedly shifted her allegiance from her long-time partner, Kuwadzana East legislator, Charlton Hwende to Nelson Chamisa.
A credible source informed this publication that during the Citizens National Assembly meeting held yesterday, Kademaunga made a bold proposition and suggested that CCC legislators should indefinitely disengage from Parliament as a protest against the recalls initiated by that party's interim Secretary-General, Sengezo Tshabangu.
The source said that this radical suggestion found favour with Chamisa, who commended Kademaunga's stance.
"Maureen's approach is exactly the kind of radical action we need to take," Chamisa reportedly said, signalling his newfound alignment with Kademaunga's views and fuelling rumours of their romantic involvement.
However, the source said that not all-party members agreed with this strategy as Dangamvura legislator, Prosper Mutseyami voiced his disagreement, pointing out the impracticality of the suggestion considering the upcoming parliamentary adjournment.
Interestingly, Chamisa, who is also Mutseyami's in-law, dismissed these objections.
The source also revealed that Kademaunga and Chamisa's close relationship has intensified recently, overshadowing Hwende, especially after Chamisa reportedly paid US$10,000 for Kademaunga's medical expenses in October 2023.
According to the source, this newalliance has not gone unnoticed among other legislators, some of whom now view Kademaunga's actions as a betrayal of the party's struggle.
The source added that, in that meeting, Southerton legislator, Bridget Nyandoro expressed her disapproval vehemently, reportedly stating, "Kademaunga is playing a dangerous game at the expense of our lives."
Similarly, Marondera Central legislator, Caston Matewu and Chikanga legislator, Lynette Karenyi Kore also expressed their dissatisfaction.
Matewu reportedly commented, "We respect Maureen as a colleague, but her actions are dividing the party," while Kore added, "It's disheartening to see such manoeuvres in our struggle."
Attempts to reach Kademaunga and Chamisa for comments were unsuccessful, as their mobile phones were unreachable.
However, this unfolding drama within the CCC highlights the complex dynamics of political alliances and personal relationships, casting a shadow on the party's unity and strategy.
As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how these internal tensions will impact the party's future actions and public perception.
