Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Zimeye
Published on 2024-02-19 03:11:30
Tendai Biti, the deputy president of the Tshabangu Citizens Coalition for Change (T-CCC) party, experienced a hostile and unexpected reception on Sunday in Mabvuku, a suburb of Harare, Zimbabwe’s capital. Biti had arrived unannounced to attend a funeral and was met with insults and public humiliation from the attendees.
Eyewitnesses reported that Biti was greeted with loud screams and derogatory remarks as soon as he arrived, with some attendees calling him a traitor and demanding that he be exposed. The situation quickly escalated, and he was eventually chased away from the event. This incident has the potential to significantly impact his political career.
Munyaradzi Kufahakutizwi, the local chosen MP, confirmed the development to Africa Links 24, stating that Biti was unable to address the crowd and was instead drowned out by calls for him to be exposed. He emphasized that Biti was embarrassed by the people who knew what was happening on the ground. Biti, despite contributing over USD 900 for the funeral expenses, was not given the opportunity to speak, even though he was close to the deceased, identified as Mai Adana, who was a party Chairlady for Harare East, Ward 9 Tafara. She was buried at Tafara Cemetery.
The backlash against Biti comes in the wake of allegations that he sought military assistance, specifically from the feared FAZ terror group, to undermine the leadership of Nelson Chamisa, Zimbabwe’s most popular leader. This move has sparked outrage among supporters and critics, questioning Biti’s loyalty and intentions within the political landscape of Zimbabwe. The incident in Mabvuku raises concerns about Biti’s legitimacy as Deputy President of his Tshabangu CCC makeshift.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided with more information and reactions from the Tshabangu CCC party, political analysts, and other stakeholders. The implications of today’s events on Tendai Biti’s political future and the broader dynamics within Zimbabwe’s opposition movements remain to be seen.
It is evident that Biti’s political standing is being called into question following this incident, and it remains to be seen how this will impact the political landscape in Zimbabwe. The hostility and public humiliation he faced at the funeral have led to concerns about his legitimacy within his party and the broader opposition movements in the country.
As the situation continues to develop, it is clear that Biti’s actions and decisions have created significant tensions and divisions within the political arena, leading to questions about his motives and loyalty. The unfolding events will be closely monitored, and further updates will be provided as the situation progresses.
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