Mr Tsvangirai embarked on a whirlwind tour of provinces early this year to hear his supporters’ views on the proposed coalition. The source said Ms Khupe’s faction was rabidly opposed to the coalition. However, Mr Mwonzora and Mr Gutu shot down the claims of a feud within the rank and file of the party on the proposed coalition. For example, the fact that a coalition partner must be able to demonstrate value to the coalition. “I even extended my apologies to president Tsvangirai and he was perfectly happy with my excuse,” said Mr Gutu.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 25, 2017 23:15 UTC