Tinotenda Hove

In a dramatic turn of events, three vehicles were set ablaze outside the offices of prominent Zanu PF-linked businessmen Wicknell Chivayo and Kudakwashe Tagwirei in Harare last night. The incident unfolded shortly after war veteran Blessed Geza made explosive remarks, publicly labeling Tagwirei and Chivayo as “criminals around the president,” igniting further tensions in the capital.

The fire, which also consumed a DA petrol station in close proximity, left the city in shock, as the flames lit up the area, sending thick plumes of smoke into the night sky. While the assailants behind the attack remain unknown, the timing of the event — coming just hours after Geza’s scathing remarks — suggests a possible link between the two incidents.

The attack on Chivayo and Tagwirei’s offices has raised alarm over the increasing instability in Harare. The businessmen, both known for their close ties to the ruling Zanu PF party, have long been subjects of controversy, with allegations of corruption and political manipulation surrounding their business dealings.

The targeted violence has fueled speculation regarding the growing power struggles within Zimbabwe’s political and business circles, especially as key players continue to vie for influence in the country’s political landscape. As Harare reels from the attack, there are mounting concerns over the potential for further unrest, especially as tensions rise between the various factions aligned with the ruling party.

The authorities have yet to comment on the incident or provide any details on the investigation into the arson. However, the attack has already sparked protests and calls for accountability, with many questioning the safety of political figures and business elites in a rapidly shifting environment.

As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on the ongoing power dynamics within Zimbabwe’s ruling elite, and whether this attack is a sign of deeper divisions that could destabilize the country further.