
Children of Zimbabwe Liberation War Veterans Association
June 18, 2025 at 05:40 AM
A New Chapter for ZANU-PF welcoming Dr. Kudakwashe Tagwirei to the Central Committee
In a significant move for the ZANU-PF party, Cde Patrick Chinamasa, the ZANU-PF Secretary for Legal Affairs in the Politburo, expressed his optimism today regarding the recent co-option of Cde Dr. Kudakwashe Tagwirei into the ZANU-PF Central Committee. In his insightful commentary shared on his official X page, Cde Chinamasa highlighted the transformative potential of this development for both Harare Province and the party at large.
Cde Chinamasa reflected on the journey of Cde Tagwirei, who has long been a dedicated yet relatively low-profile party cadre with a history of commitment to the ZANU-PF ideals. Having operated quietly behind the scenes in a lower-ranking position within the party's district structure in Harare, Cde Tagwirei's ascension to the Central Committee marks a pivotal moment; it symbolizes not just personal achievement but a new wave of energy and vision that is anticipated to invigorate the party's political landscape, especially in urban settings.
“This co-option is a breath of fresh air,” wrote Cde Chinamasa. “We believe that Cde Tagwirei’s involvement will bring significant value to our discussions and strategies within the ZANU-PF Central Committee.” He emphasized the importance of Tagwirei's insights and connections as a means to bolster the party’s prospects in Harare, a region that has faced significant political challenges in recent years.
While welcoming Cde Tagwirei, Cde Chinamasa candidly acknowledged the inevitable challenges that accompany such a high-profile appointment. He cautioned that, as Tagwirei embarks on this new chapter, he may face criticism and opposition from skeptics and detractors. “Brace yourself to the fact that there will be malcontents out there who will bay for your blood and try to throw mud at you,” he advised. However, he expressed confidence in Tagwirei's resilience, stating, “I know you are made of sterner stuff and that you can take any brickbats and insults in your stride.”
In closing, Cde Chinamasa invoked a well-known idiom to underscore the significance of perception and understanding within the political sphere: “Those who have eyes, let them ‘eye,’ and those who have ears, let them ‘ear.’ Nokuti hatigoni kurega kutaura izvi tokiwona neizvotakanzwa.” (Translation: We cannot stop talking about what we see and hear.) This emphasizes the importance of vigilance and discernment as ZANU-PF navigates the complexities of urban politics and public opinion.
As ZANU-PF continues to evolve and adapt to contemporary political dynamics, the inclusion of voices like Cde Dr. Kudakwashe Tagwirei within the Central Committee is seen as a strategic step toward rejuvenating the party’s influence and effectiveness in Harare and beyond. The coming months will be crucial as the party seeks to harness this new energy and translate it into tangible progress for its members and constituents.
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