Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Tinoda Machakaire has hit back at Temba Mliswa after he accused him of lacking the courage to defend President Emmerson Mnangagwa and of rendering the Youth League passive and ineffective.
Machakaire, who is ZANU-PF Secretary for Youth Affairs in the Politburo and MP for Wedza South, dismissed Mliswa’s remarks as “clearly” based on misrepresentation, selective interpretation and a regrettable disregard for the facts.
“As an appointee of His Excellency, the President and First Secretary of ZANU PF, I operate strictly within the confines and boundaries of that appointment, guided by duty, discipline and respect for established structures,” said Machakaire.
“My role, and indeed that of the Youth League, is not to engage in reactionary theatrics or social media grandstanding, but to contribute meaningfully to national development and the realisation of Vision 2030.”
Machakaire said Mliswa was seeking relevance and social media attention by casting aspersions where none were warranted.
“In doing so”, added Machakaire, “you do not diminish the work being done, you merely expose a lack of depth and a limited appreciation of the evolving nature of leadership and governance in the Second Republic.”
Machakaire rejected comparisons with former ZANU PF Youth League chairperson Kudzanai Chipanga, saying “the politics of yesterday cannot be imposed on the present.”
“His Excellency has consistently called for unity, productivity and responsible leadership that builds rather than divides,” wrote Machakaire.
“The Youth League has taken this directive seriously, focusing on empowerment, skills development and addressing real challenges affecting young people, rather than engaging in noise that yields no progress.”
“Leadership is not measured by how loudly one speaks or how quickly one reacts, but by the impact of their work and the stability they help preserve.
“The expectation that leadership must be performative in order to be effective is outdated and misguided.
“It is also important to emphasise that discipline within the party remains paramount.
“Matters of concern are addressed through proper channels, not through public outbursts that risk undermining cohesion and collective progress.
“Those who genuinely respect the One Centre of Power understand this principle and act accordingly.”
Machakaire urged Mliswa to engage with issues in a constructive and informed manner.
“Zimbabwe demands seriousness, focus and unity of purpose. Those who choose noise over substance must be prepared for their words to be weighed against their contribution.
“Leadership is demonstrated through work, discipline and results, not commentary.
“The nation is moving forward, and it will not be distracted by those who mistake provocation for purpose.”
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