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'Malunga unqualified to talk about Zanu PF'
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ZANU PF Youth League deputy national political commissar, Taurayi Kandishaya, has dismissed recent remarks by artist Clive Malunga about President Emmerson Mnangagwa as "reckless and baseless," arguing that Malunga lacks the authority or qualifications to comment on national governance and party affairs.
Malunga recently claimed that President Mnangagwa would not remain in office until 2030 or even next year, a statement that has drawn widespread condemnation from both neutrals and ZANU PF officials.
In a strongly worded statement, Kandishaya criticized Malunga for what he described as "desperate" attempts to regain relevance.
"These remarks, steeped in bitterness and desperation, say more about Mr. Malunga's personal failures than they do about the exceptional leadership of President Mnangagwa," said Kandishaya.
He pointed to Malunga's inability to sustain his once-popular Jenaguru Arts Centre and his waning music career as evidence of his failure to manage his own affairs.
"This sudden foray into political grandstanding is nothing more than a desperate attempt to claw back relevance in a society that has long moved beyond his fleeting stardom," he said.
Kandishaya added that Malunga's controversial remarks were more about seeking attention than making meaningful contributions to national discourse.
"His comment that President Mnangagwa will not see 2030, or even 2026, is not only reckless but completely detached from the realities of governance. Mr. Malunga's misguided belief that he can predict the future or determine the course of Zimbabwe's leadership only reveals his ignorance and desperation," he said.
Kandishaya questioned Malunga's authority to speak on ZANU PF matters, emphasizing that the artist is not a party member.
"In any case, who is Clive Malunga to comment on ZANU PF? He is not a member of the party, nor does he comprehend its policies or leadership dynamics. His remarks appear to be nothing more than a clumsy attempt to gain attention by wading into matters far beyond his understanding," said Kandishaya.
Kandishaya urged Malunga to focus on rebuilding his career in the arts and grooming young talent rather than engaging in divisive rhetoric.
"It is unfortunate that Mr. Malunga has resorted to controversial remarks in pursuit of clout. He should channel his efforts toward contributing positively to the arts sector, if he still can," he said.
As a ZANU PF youth leader, Kandishaya vowed not to allow anyone to tarnish the reputation of President Mnangagwa or the party.
"Should Mr. Malunga persist with his attacks, appropriate steps to defend the integrity of our leadership and safeguard the revolutionary principles of ZANU PF will be taken by youths of Zimbabwe.
"The name of President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, who has dedicated his life to the service of Zimbabwe, will not be dragged through the mud by those seeking relevance through cheap political theatrics," he said.
Kandishaya reaffirmed Zimbabwe's commitment to Vision 2030 under President Mnangagwa's leadership, calling on citizens to remain united and focused on national development.
Malunga recently claimed that President Mnangagwa would not remain in office until 2030 or even next year, a statement that has drawn widespread condemnation from both neutrals and ZANU PF officials.
In a strongly worded statement, Kandishaya criticized Malunga for what he described as "desperate" attempts to regain relevance.
"These remarks, steeped in bitterness and desperation, say more about Mr. Malunga's personal failures than they do about the exceptional leadership of President Mnangagwa," said Kandishaya.
He pointed to Malunga's inability to sustain his once-popular Jenaguru Arts Centre and his waning music career as evidence of his failure to manage his own affairs.
"This sudden foray into political grandstanding is nothing more than a desperate attempt to claw back relevance in a society that has long moved beyond his fleeting stardom," he said.
Kandishaya added that Malunga's controversial remarks were more about seeking attention than making meaningful contributions to national discourse.
Kandishaya questioned Malunga's authority to speak on ZANU PF matters, emphasizing that the artist is not a party member.
"In any case, who is Clive Malunga to comment on ZANU PF? He is not a member of the party, nor does he comprehend its policies or leadership dynamics. His remarks appear to be nothing more than a clumsy attempt to gain attention by wading into matters far beyond his understanding," said Kandishaya.
Kandishaya urged Malunga to focus on rebuilding his career in the arts and grooming young talent rather than engaging in divisive rhetoric.
"It is unfortunate that Mr. Malunga has resorted to controversial remarks in pursuit of clout. He should channel his efforts toward contributing positively to the arts sector, if he still can," he said.
As a ZANU PF youth leader, Kandishaya vowed not to allow anyone to tarnish the reputation of President Mnangagwa or the party.
"Should Mr. Malunga persist with his attacks, appropriate steps to defend the integrity of our leadership and safeguard the revolutionary principles of ZANU PF will be taken by youths of Zimbabwe.
"The name of President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, who has dedicated his life to the service of Zimbabwe, will not be dragged through the mud by those seeking relevance through cheap political theatrics," he said.
Kandishaya reaffirmed Zimbabwe's commitment to Vision 2030 under President Mnangagwa's leadership, calling on citizens to remain united and focused on national development.
Source - The Herald
