Harare, (New Ziana) – President Emmerson Mnangagwa started his annual leave on Tuesday, and his two deputies will take turns to act in his capacity, a senior Government official said.

In a statement, acting chief secretary to the President and Cabinet, George Charamba said the President will spent his month-long vacation in the country.

“His Excellency the President, Dr E.D Mnangagwa, starts his month-long annual vacation tomorrow, 31st December, 2024,” he said.

“He plans to spend his vacation in the country, and will be available for commitments requiring his personal attention, both as State President and as Chairman of the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC),” said Charamba.

He said while he is on leave, the two Vice Presidents, Kembo Mohadi, and Constantino Chiwenga will stand in for him.

Vice President Mohadi will act from December 31, 2024 to January 19, 2025 before Vice President Chiwenga takes over until President Mnangagwa resumes duty in early February.

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