Zimbabwe: Amai Will Unify the Women's League

opinion

The proposal by Zanu-PF women to rope in the First Lady Amai Grace Mugabe into the political scene as the boss of the Women's League is commendable. The move is not in any way extraordinary as insinuated by detractors. The First Lady requested time to consider the offer. While she is doing so, she must be on her guard against detractors who are bringing in factional scheming into this honest recommendation. It's indisputable that there are factions in Zanu-PF and it's democratic for members to differ on preferences of candidates, provided it's not detrimental to the party. This is the essence of elective congresses.

However, the women who endorsed the elevation of the First Lady came from all the factions, perceived or real. They all had a common vision.

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