Beatrice Kumbana
Political Reporter
As 2025 draws to a close, many Zimbabweans are reflecting on the state of the nation under the leadership of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the ruling party, ZANU PF.
This introspection comes at a time when the public’s frustration has reached a boiling point, expressed in sharp critiques of the current government and its inability to address pressing national issues.
Advocate Thabani Mpofu, a prominent legal expert, has voiced strong dissent against the leadership of Mnangagwa, asserting that the President has failed to earn the moral mandate necessary to lead Zimbabwe.
“Mnangagwa has not earned the moral mandate to lead the country but has instead dragged it back to the dark ages,”
Mpofu stated, highlighting the detrimental impact of current governance on everyday Zimbabweans.
Mpofu argues that the ruling party has demonstrated a disconcerting pattern of neglect, characterized by infighting and a lack of commitment to the values that once defined ZANU PF.
“The twerking for coin—the infighting as the country continues to burn—the infidelity to values would have had all the liberation heroes turning in their graves,”
he lamented.
This statement underscores a sentiment that ZANU PF has strayed far from its founding principles, which are now seemingly overshadowed by self-interest and disarray.
As the nation presses forward, Mpofu emphasizes the urgent need for collective action and the rejection of ineffective leadership.
“What we need in 2026 is competent and ethical leadership all round and in all facets of Zimbabwean life,”
he urged.
The call for a united front embodies a hope that citizens can rally together to demand accountability and meaningful change in the political landscape.
The advocate further highlights the role of various institutions, particularly the church, in this transformational journey.
He describes the current state of the church as “compromised and now confused,” urging spiritual leaders to regain their moral compass and play a more active role in advocating for justice and ethical governance.
With the new year approaching, many are positing 2026 as the year of organizing and mobilizing for a better future.
Mpofu’s remarks resonate with those who are weary of the status quo and are ready to make decisive moves toward reclaiming their agency.
“We need all principled hands on deck. Remember we are the sum of our decisions and we need to make beautiful calls in 2026,”
he concluded.
As Zimbabwe stands at a crossroads, the collective wish for goodwill and accountability remains unwavering, providing a glimmer of hope for a fulfilling and prosperous future.
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