Sources in separate briefings with the Zimbabwe Independent
this week revealed that Matanga, who was appointed in 2018 following the ouster
of long-time president Robert Mugabe
during the 2017 military intervention, will not complete his term set to end in
2028. Matanga could be reassigned to a diplomatic role.
Approached for comment, Home Affairs minister Kazembe
Kazembe said he was unaware of the looming shake-up at the ZRP.
He said: “I am not aware of that, In any case I am away on
government business. You can check with the acting minister but I am not aware
of such an arrangement”.
Matanga replaced Augustine Chihuri, who went into exile in
2017.
One top government official said: “The changes were being
made to revitalise the law enforcement institution and ensure alignment with
Mnangagwa's vision and focus to fight corruption in the police force”.
He added that Matanga “may not complete his second term
which is supposed to end in 2028. We will also definitely see other changes in
the top ranks”. This will not be the
first time Mnangagwa has made substantial changes in the security sector,
including the Zimbabwe National Army, Air Force of Zimbabwe, CIO and top police
ranks.
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