Political Reporter

Chikanga legislator, Lynnette Karenyi Kore, once a staunch supporter of Nelson Chamisa, conspicuously chose to stay away from a rally held in Mutare yesterday by Chamisa loyalists.

The rally that was addressed by Chamisa’s blue-eyed boys, Gift Siziba and Amos Chibaya, aimed at drumming up support for Chamisa's anticipated new political party.

However, the absence of Kore, a heavyweight in Chamisa's political stronghold of Manicaland, raises eyebrows and sparks speculation about potential divisions within the Chamisa camp.

A source familiar with the matter, who spoke exclusively to this publication, revealed that Kore's decision to snub the rally suggests a possible divergence in political allegiance from Chamisa.

The source, alluding to Kore's absence stated, "Lynnette Kore's non-participation in the rally speaks volumes. As a key figure in Manicaland, her absence has fuelled speculation about a potential political rift with Chamisa."

The rally reportedly faced several challenges, with the source describing the event as poorly organized.

People who attended the event allegedly showed little interest in the speakers' calls for order, highlighting the disarray within the gathering.

The source further revealed, "The attendance was paltry, and the atmosphere was chaotic. Many attendees seemed more interested in revelry than political discourse. It was evident that the rally failed to capture the attention it sought."

According to the source, the event that was meant to unite Chamisa loyalists had the opposite effect, exacerbating internal divisions.

WhatsApp conversations obtained by this publication exposed a growing discontent among Chamisa's supporters.

Former Binga North legislator, Prince Dubeko Sibanda expressed his dissatisfaction with Siziba and Chibaya's involvement in Manicaland.

"Dishonesty has to be stopped before we get to the new. We can't continuously support the wrong things. The starting point is: who sent Ostallos, Chibaya, and others to Manicaland? How did they choose themselves?" questioned Sibanda, underscoring the discontent brewing within Chamisa's inner circle.

Meanwhile, reports suggest that divisions within Chamisa's loyalists extend beyond this incident, with some claiming closer ties to the opposition leader than others.

This has sparked internal arguments, with a faction questioning Chamisa's suitability as a leader, citing concerns about his potential vulnerability to manipulation.