The mechanics of the mob
The timing was deliberate. Chiwenga had been touring Mashonaland East Province to consolidate support among traditional chiefs ahead of the ZANU-PF congress in December, where Mnangagwa’s successor is expected to be endorsed. Sources within the party’s disciplinary committee described the attack as an 'assassination attempt disguised as a political rally.' No arrests have been made as of March 25, but three district party chairs have been suspended pending investigation.
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The timing was deliberate. Chiwenga had been touring Mashonaland East Province to consolidate support among traditional chiefs ahead of the ZANU-PF...
