The political landscape of Zimbabwe has been shaken to its core with the appointment of Mohadi’s daughter as an electoral commissioner by ZANU PF, a party long criticized for its illegitimate practices and alleged corruption. This development has sparked a wave of intense discontent among the general populace, especially those who’ve felt the oppressive weight of the party’s corrupt maneuvers. It has been a catalyst for disillusionment, prompting a significant portion of the electorate to contemplate not registering to vote or abstaining from the upcoming elections. Despite the bleak outlook, it is crucial to understand the deeper implications of this controversial appointment.

At the forefront, the dubious legality and constitutionality of this appointment serve as an alarming revelation. Despite ZANU PF’s self-proclaimed popularity, this move underscores the undeniable truth: the party lacks the popular support it frequently claims to possess. Furthermore, it starkly exposes the party’s desperate attempts to cling onto power, indicating their awareness of their dwindling public support. Stripped of this popular support, ZANU PF faces the risk of losing its privileged access to resources, which they have been notoriously accused of exploiting for their benefit.

To truly understand the motives underlying this appointment, one must delve into the political psyche of ZANU PF. This tactical move is not a standalone decision, but a pivotal part of a larger, more insidious strategy to retain power, even if it involves flouting the foundational principles of the country’s constitution. In the troubled state of Zimbabwe, power secured through such dubious means often results in an environment devoid of accountability, transparency, or responsibility.

The absence of these vital democratic checks and balances facilitates a form of governance that turns a blind eye to exploitation. It establishes a self-serving rule by law, replacing the objective rule of law, and paving the way for selective application of the law. This political climate enables those at the helm to freely misappropriate resources intended for the welfare of the masses, who are forced to live in abject poverty and deplorable conditions. This is the unchecked profiteering that ZANU PF seeks to achieve through the politically-charged appointment of Mohadi’s daughter as an electoral commissioner.

ZANU PF’s primary goal is to maintain unhindered access to resources meant for the public, further bolstering their illicit gains. However, voters must remain cognizant of the reality that every action, whether ethical or not, triggers an equal and opposite reaction. ZANU PF’s continued exploitation of the nation’s resources is unsustainable; the economy is bound to falter under the weight of such predatory practices.

Historically, whenever a populace has been governed without their consent for an extended period, and deprived of essential public goods and services, they have found ways to fight back. A prime example of this is the French Revolution, a clear demonstration of people’s power when pushed to the brink of despair. There is a limit to what the oppressed masses can endure, and if the ZANU PF continues on its current path, they may inadvertently ignite the spark that leads to their downfall. The appointment of Mohadi’s daughter may not just end in tears for ZANU PF, but it may herald the beginning of the end for the party’s grip on power.