ZANU-PF Harare Province chairperson Godwills Masimirembwa is facing intense scrutiny after his executive accepted a fleet of vehicles from businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei without following proper party procedures. The donation, made shortly after the province recommended Tagwirei’s co-option into the party’s Central Committee, has raised concerns over transparency and potential procedural violations.
A senior official within the provincial structure criticized Masimirembwa, saying he should have consulted with the party leadership before accepting the donation. “Masimirembwa let the province down by accepting the donation without following proper procedure. He did not consult with the party leadership. Masimirembwa is a seasoned politician – he should have handled the matter properly.”
The incident has tarnished the reputation of the Harare province, with some party insiders suggesting that they are now viewed as motivated by personal gain. “We are now being seen as people who are motivated by personal gain and are trashing procedure. There are several issues emerging within the party structures in Harare and we will be hearing more very soon.”
The timing of the vehicle handover has added to the controversy, with some critics suggesting that the donation may have been aimed at influencing the province’s recommendation of Tagwirei for the Central Committee. This comes amid broader concerns within ZANU-PF about accountability regarding donations.
Party secretary-general Obert Mpofu recently urged all provincial structures to regularize vehicles donated in the name of the party, emphasizing the need for proper registration and accounting to prevent misuse. Meanwhile, ZANU-PF’s director of information, Farai Marapira, downplayed the growing controversy, insisting that the party remains united. “There are no divisions in ZANU-PF. Where oversights may occur, the leadership must correct the anomalies.”
The fallout from the donation saga may deepen tensions within the Harare provincial leadership, especially as Tagwirei’s political ambitions continue to attract attention and scrutiny. Masimirembwa’s silence on the matter has only added to the speculation, with many wondering what implications this will have for the party’s internal dynamics.
source-BusinessDaily
