Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Zimeye
Published on 2024-02-21 09:40:52
Welshman Ncube, the acting president of the CCC, has made startling revelations about the ousting of Nelson Chamisa from the opposition party. Ncube has accused Chamisa of practicing autocratic leadership, which has led to a series of recalls initiated by Ncube, Tendai Biti, and Sengezo Tshabangu, targeting MPs aligned with Chamisa. This has caused a crisis within the Citizens’ Coalition for Change (CCC) party.
The Biti-Ncube alliance sought court assistance to authenticate the recalls, sparking suspicions of collaboration with Zanu PF, which holds sway over the judiciary. In an interview with Bulawayo-based online news outlet CITE, Ncube explained that the democratic leadership within the party was no longer working as one, leading to the suspension of national council meetings. He also clarified that his post-Chamisa role is rotational with Tendai Biti and Lynette Karenyi Kore.
Initially elected as MDC Alliance vice presidents in 2019, Ncube, Biti, and Kore maintained their positions until January 2022 when the party rebranded to CCC. However, they gradually lost influence as Chamisa centralized power within the party. Ncube’s appointment as the acting president was a result of the need to centralize power and ensure the party is brought back on track. He has been mandated to address the challenges the party faces in the next 90 days, working collaboratively with other vice presidents, the party secretariat, and various departments.
Ncube revealed that he last spoke to Chamisa two months ago and distanced himself from the recall of CCC MPs and councillors spearheaded by Sengezo Tshabangu. The power struggle within the party has brought about significant changes in leadership and decision-making processes, leading to the current crisis.
This internal turmoil has also raised suspicion of collaboration with Zanu PF and a potential power struggle within the opposition party. The situation has left supporters and constituents of the CCC bewildered and uncertain about the party’s future direction.
It is evident that the ousting of Chamisa and the subsequent power struggle within the party has exposed deep-rooted issues related to leadership, decision-making, and party unity. Ncube’s revelations shed light on the internal conflicts and challenges facing the party as it seeks to navigate through this crisis.
The future of the CCC remains uncertain as the party continues to grapple with internal divisions, accusations, and power struggles. The revelations made by Ncube highlight the need for the party to address these issues in order to regain the trust of its members and constituents. Only time will tell how the party will move forward and whether it can overcome the current challenges it is facing.
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