Tshabangu gives Ncube headache

The Welshman Ncube-led Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) faction has issued a stern warning to self-proclaimed interim secretary-general Sengezo Tshabangu, condemning his recent appointments and threatening to take decisive action against him.

Tshabangu announced on Thursday that Harare mayor Jacob Mafume would head the party's local government caucus, but the Ncube faction dismissed the appointments as unconstitutional and invalid.

Speaking on behalf of the faction, CCC spokesperson Willias Madzimure criticized Tshabangu's move as illegitimate and not recognized by the party's leadership structures.

"The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) has learnt of the comical move to establish a local government caucus of the party," Madzimure said.

"The comical appointments were not authorized by the president, standing committee, national executive, and national council."

He emphasized that the party's constitution does not recognize the establishment of a local government caucus, making the appointments null and void.

Madzimure accused Tshabangu of imposing unilateral decisions on the party, undermining its internal structures and processes.

"The party's patience with Sengezo Tshabangu's antics is wearing thin," he said.

"A resolute and firm action will soon be taken."

This development adds to the ongoing power struggle within the CCC, as Tshabangu's rivals continue to question his authority and legitimacy.

The internal rift recently spilled into the courts, with the Ncube faction challenging Tshabangu's decision to reshuffle party legislators in Parliament. Earlier this week, the High Court reserved judgment on the matter, leaving the factional dispute unresolved.

The CCC remains deeply divided, with both factions jostling for control amid accusations of unconstitutional conduct and unilateralism. The legal outcome and potential disciplinary actions will likely shape the future dynamics of Zimbabwe's main opposition party.