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Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. <\/strong><\/span>A political activist has dismissed President Emmerson Mnangagwa\u2019s recent declaration that he will retire at the end of his second term in 2028, arguing that it should not be taken seriously.<\/p>\n

During an interactive meeting with selected editors from both public and private media at State House on Monday, 17 February, Mnangagwa said he would not be persuaded to remain in power beyond 2028.<\/p>\n

However, in a Facebook post, Hon. Learnmore K Magorimbo, president of the Zimbabwe Youth Alliance (ZYA), suggested that Mnangagwa\u2019s statement was merely a tactic to buy time and not a reflection of the actual situation. Wrote Magorimbo:<\/p>\n

Today, in a carefully staged meeting at State House, Mnangagwa once again played the role of a constitutionalist, claiming that he will operate \u201cwithin the confines of the constitution\u201d and that he has no intention of clinging to power. But history has shown that when Mnangagwa speaks of legality, he is only justifying his next move.<\/p>\n

This is the same man who promised economic reform, democracy, and an end to corruption\u2014yet all Zimbabweans have seen is worsening poverty, political repression, and a looting frenzy by his inner circle. His words are never a reflection of reality but a tool to buy time.Latest Samsung A06 128GB, 4GB<\/b> now available: $106<\/p>\n

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Magorimbo warned Mnangagwa\u2019s opponents that the ZANU PF leader needs more time, not to transition power, but to further consolidate it. He said:<\/p>\n

If he were truly sincere about stepping down, he would do so now. But his real intention is clear\u2014he needs more time, not to transition power, but to consolidate it.<\/p>\n

He is not preparing for retirement; he is restrategizing. His past actions speak louder than today\u2019s empty words.<\/p>\n

The ZYA leader argued that Mnangagwa\u2019s assurances were not genuine signs of good faith, but rather a calculated move to ease pressure and adjust his strategy.<\/p>\n

He further warned that the longer Mnangagwa remains in power, the more ruthless his tactics are likely to become. Said Magorimbo:<\/p>\n

His grip on the state is not about leadership\u2014it is about securing a life presidency by any means necessary.<\/p>\n

Believing his promises now is not just nai\u0308ve; it is a direct betrayal of history. Mnangagwa has no intention of stepping down willingly.<\/p>\n

He is simply playing for time, ensuring that when he makes his final move, there will be no one left to challenge him.<\/p>\n

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