In a surprising turn of events, former president of the Citizens' Coalition for Change (CCC), Nelson Chamisa, has announced his departure from the party.
This unexpected move has prompted Sengezo Tshabangu, the self-proclaimed interim secretary general of CCC, to call for an emergency meeting to address the situation.
Chamisa's decision to leave the party comes amid a backdrop of political turmoil and internal challenges within the CCC. Tshabangu, who emerged as the interim secretary general following the 2023 elections, had previously initiated recalls of 23 Members of Parliament from the CCC, leading to two by-elections. These actions have stirred controversy and uncertainty within the party.
In response to the current state of affairs, Chamisa cited the repressive political environment in 2023 and Tshabangu's recalls as the reasons for his departure. He expressed his intention to reveal the next stage of his political career in a forthcoming statement.
Meanwhile, Tshabangu has called for an urgent meeting with a steering committee that was established last year to plan recalls. The committee, comprising nine members, has also raised concerns about alleged infiltration by ZANU PF and other political agents within the party.
Mbuso Siso, the treasurer of the CCC interim committee, expressed disappointment at Chamisa's departure, emphasizing the need for the party to move forward in light of these developments. He highlighted the importance of adhering to the party's constitution and roadmap towards Congress as they navigate this transition.
As the CCC grapples with these significant changes, the upcoming emergency meeting will play a crucial role in charting the party's course in the absence of its former president.
Chamisa's decision to leave the party comes amid a backdrop of political turmoil and internal challenges within the CCC. Tshabangu, who emerged as the interim secretary general following the 2023 elections, had previously initiated recalls of 23 Members of Parliament from the CCC, leading to two by-elections. These actions have stirred controversy and uncertainty within the party.
In response to the current state of affairs, Chamisa cited the repressive political environment in 2023 and Tshabangu's recalls as the reasons for his departure. He expressed his intention to reveal the next stage of his political career in a forthcoming statement.
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Nelson Chamisa Quits CCC, Sengezo Tshabangu Calls Emergency Meeting |
Mbuso Siso, the treasurer of the CCC interim committee, expressed disappointment at Chamisa's departure, emphasizing the need for the party to move forward in light of these developments. He highlighted the importance of adhering to the party's constitution and roadmap towards Congress as they navigate this transition.
As the CCC grapples with these significant changes, the upcoming emergency meeting will play a crucial role in charting the party's course in the absence of its former president.
It remains to be seen how the party will address these challenges and define its future direction.