Harare – A storm has erupted on social media after former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa blocked one of his long-time supporters, artist and activist Cucsman, on X.
The move has triggered widespread debate about Chamisa’s growing intolerance for accountability and criticism, even from those who once risked everything to support his political journey.
Cucsman, who described himself as “a loyal believer in the Chamisa project,” expressed heartbreak and disappointment, saying, “Chamisa has blocked me. I voted for this guy, defended CCC, composed songs for him, but now I’m silenced for reminding him of what he said in 2013.”
Observers say this incident underscores a worrying pattern in Chamisa’s leadership one that shuns internal criticism and silences differing opinions.
Political analysts have argued that Chamisa’s “one-man show” approach to leadership has weakened democratic discourse within the opposition, turning the once vibrant movement into a cult of personality.
The blocking of Cucsman, a figure celebrated for mobilising the youth and artists behind Chamisa, highlights the widening rift between the CCC leader and his grassroots supporters.
