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Grace Mugabe And Some G40 Members Attend President Mnangagwa's Inauguration

1 year agoTue, 05 Sep 2023 09:30:54 GMT
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Grace Mugabe And Some G40 Members Attend President Mnangagwa's Inauguration

Former First Lady Grace Mugabe, the widow of Zimbabwe’s late founding leader, Robert Mugabe, was in attendance at President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s inauguration ceremony held at the National Sports Stadium in Harare on Monday. The presence of Grace Mugabe, accompanied by her daughter Bona and Robert Mugabe Junior, was met with cheers from the crowd, indicating that the former First Family still holds a measure of public support.

Considering the circumstances surrounding her husband’s departure from the political scene, where he was “forced” to resign following the military’s intervention and the dismissal of Mnangagwa as Vice President, it was uncertain whether Grace would attend the event. Bona had previously attended Mnangagwa’s initial inauguration, while Robert had been seen at various ZANU PF rallies.

When Grace approached the podium and embraced Mnangagwa, the stadium erupted with noise, creating an impression of reconciliation and potentially signalling her endorsement of Mnangagwa as the leader of the nation in Southern Africa.

Former Vice Presidents Phelekezela Mphoko (considered a member of the G40 cabal) and Joice Mujuru, along with losing presidential candidates Lovemore Madhuku, Gwinyai Henry Muzorewa, and Harry Peter Wilson, were present at the event.

According to Pedzisai Ruhanya, a Zimbabwean academic, journalist, and political commentator, the return of former G40 members to ZANU PF after Mugabe’s ousting reveals the political dynamics within post-ED ZANU PF. Ruhanya who is also the director of the Zimbabwe Democracy Institute (ZDI), said:

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The trooping back to ZANU PF of former G40 members after the coup against Mugabe as seen at the inauguration of President Mnangagwa and some’s appearances in media spaces controlled by the government indicate post-ED ZANU PF political dynamics.

Some speculate that Grace Mugabe attended the event due to concerns that any misstep could lead to investigations into her family’s “ill-gotten” wealth. Additionally, there is an ongoing divorce case involving her daughter Bona and Simba Chikore, therefore, Mnangagwa could possibly influence the outcome. Joyce Mujuru’s attendance is seen as a move to protect her interests, as she became vulnerable after her husband’s mysterious death. Some say Phelekezela Mphoko’s presence may be an attempt to influence his son’s rape case, as Siqokoqela was convicted and sentenced for raping his 12-year-old niece but is currently out on bail pending an appeal.

Mnangagwa took oath of office in front of Chief Justice Luke Malaba who in 2018 declared Mnangagwa as the winner following a constitutional court challenge. He said:

I stand as a president of all. I offer you individually and collectively, unity.

A number of African leaders, such as South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Mozambique leader Phillipe Nyusi, and Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi, attended the swearing-in ceremony. However, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema decided not to attend.

Nelson Chamisa, the leader of the opposition Citizens’ Coalition for Change (CCC) party, called for a fresh vote, claiming the election was “flawed.” However, his party did not legally challenge the results, allowing Mnangagwa’s inauguration. Mnangagwa urged the opposition to seek redress in court, asserting the validity of the vote and cautioning against spreading chaos, with a warning of crackdowns.

According to the preliminary report by the SADC observer mission, the election failed to meet both regional and international standards. Additionally, the EU observer mission described the polls as taking place in a “climate of fear.” The government faced criticism for arresting more than 40 activists from civic society organizations and allegations of widespread voter intimidation in rural areas. While the voting process itself was peaceful, significant delays in the distribution of ballot papers marred the polling, leading to accusations of voter suppression by the opposition.

After years of isolation, Zimbabwe, under Mnangagwa’s leadership, has aimed to rebuild relationships with Western partners. However, his second term begins amidst ongoing economic difficulties, including an 80% devaluation of the Zim dollar this year and frozen international funding. Without foreign assistance, Zimbabwe’s economic struggles are likely to persist, leaving millions uncertain about their future.

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48 Comments

NdiDenzel · 1 year ago
Boe tsano sei sefi
@Bvubvu · 1 year ago
apa wataura chokwadi manje changa chisingadiwe kutaurwa nevamwe manje.who knows pamwe kumakana kuya Emmerson ainge ambodya bota yeke yeke pana Grace ndokuzo wandira kuna Akusiriya Grace ndokutanga kuridza wandisiya pakaoma Emmerson ndokurega kuterera.
Anonymous twin · 1 year ago
true tsano
unobhara ziro · 1 year ago
@fugu wataura chokwadi Tryson acharutsa mapapu nekusvotwa
Texas Ranger · 1 year ago
@Fugu pfee ndakamuona ari mukati mebhazi rezanu achienda kuinauguration yababa vake
Grace chaanovinga I pay yamugabe zvee · 1 year ago
akasabudikira zvodhakwa anopiwa mabond coin
gr · 1 year ago
great editorial
KG · 1 year ago
AFTER 20YRS OF SANCTIONS WE ARE NOW USED TO OUR LIVES SO ANY CHANGE MIGHT BARE NEGATIVE RESULTS SO LET IT BE
🏃‍♀️Chi baby che ZANU · 1 year ago
He walks the talk. He's a forgiving president. He has fostered peace and reconciliation. His degree of tolerance is beyond reasonable doubt. He is a no nonsense man with unparalleled abilities. His sole focus is to serve Zimbabwean people. That he has done with a lot of sacrifices. 💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋I run out of words. Kunzwa ma goose bumps ndikanzwa kuti Economic development because ndinobva ndafunga va Mnangagwa. We now understand kuti wisdom comes with age. What a mature 80 year old wine. Your humilty has outsmarted the conceited efforts by Zimbabwe's enemies to lead the country into economic turmoil. Never shall their propaganda reign again. Zvakaitika zvakaitika kare zvava nemakore tofa taedza. 💋💋💋💋Maiwe Shumba kanhi 💋💋💋💋
Matope · 1 year ago
😷😷hatinakwatino zvika nacho chitima ichi
Anonymous · 1 year ago
G40 members see reality, all observer reports that never state how sanctions are biting but against all that zim tries to hold elections will be deficult to hold, zimbas pretend too much, that is why we are told ' i have anti-rigging proof' noone goes to ask why are you not accepting elections you had anti-rigging mechanism, one guy preached peace during campaign we had peace, cant even take positives for ourselves, busy pretending that foreigners will solve our problems, a coleague told us that atleast this time you properly copied from botswana on peace, seven of us sheepishly agreed and has now offered lectures on developing our own model of democracy like botswana, humiliating isnt it
UZA · 1 year ago
maibhobho makuda end here kna kuti muripamission
· 1 year ago
Haiwawo vari kuda kuvhara ma1
@Vhedza · 1 year ago
Nero is down and out or else the end of CCC as a political party. Mps will not sacrifice to loose those benefits for the sake of likes of Nero. They self sponsored to where they are now so Nero and his CCC will be the losers .
Me · 1 year ago
une proof nezvaurikutaura
zec · 1 year ago
asvotwa ngarutse
jj · 1 year ago
we need new minister of finance
. · 1 year ago
Am watching u
jane · 1 year ago
keep watching. what you gonna do? i'm not afraid of you.
Ed · 1 year ago
Hakainde is a close ally to Chamisa regai agareko hatidi kumuona kuno
jane · 1 year ago
there's no democracy in zimbabwe.
Hotline · 1 year ago
ED Magets
maparamuro · 1 year ago
lesson: no permanent enemies in politics
kwangwaru · 1 year ago
wapei zvigaro wese especially Grace kumari
🧐 · 1 year ago
That was a total, resultant endorsing of Ed by Grace It shows the President did not mince his words when he says he's a listening president and caters for everyone
· 1 year ago
Hahahahaha.... Hahahahaha.... Hehehehede, uuuuriiiii!!!
nc · 1 year ago
welcome nhamo apa GMB haisi kubhadhara ma farmers
The Opponent · 1 year ago
You lie
Ini Zvangu · 1 year ago
Mai nemwana vayitsvaga ma boyfriends..
Polling station · 1 year ago
You don't know what you are saying. Did they inform you about their mission you babbler
fugu pfeee · 1 year ago
apa kasukuwere na mzembi vakasvotwa.
Polling station · 1 year ago
You are a fool you only think about the negative side of things. Why did you not speak about those that were happy
fugu pfeee · 1 year ago
polling station uri **** remandiriri chairo
Polling station · 1 year ago
@fugu pfee I don't care about your noise I have my girlfriends and they are keeping me hot, plus I have a lot of money
Polling station · 1 year ago
Today it's very hot
PKayz · 1 year ago
Taura hako, kukunyanya
UZA · 1 year ago
haaaa nhasi kwakanyanya wena
HURUNGWERE / HWERESHENDE · 1 year ago
Grace & Bona are protecting their 21 Farms. Its common sense. Pelekedza Mboko is probably trying to get his rapist son out of jail. Ignoratious Chombo was cleared of all charges allegedly after Pokello, Chombo's step daughter, gave earth shattering fellatio and got pregnant for one of ED's sons allegedly. Ndopaunoona rimwe rombe richipakata mubhadha kuponda munhu weimwe faction kana weOpposition. These politians are serpents & chameleons. Mugabe & Tsvangison ended up drinking tea together. Very soon Chamisa & Mnangagwa will be sitting at the same table.

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