Vanessa Shamilimo’s resignation from the Socialist Party and the departure of her supporters highlight significant internal issues within the party. Her decision to leave, along with her followers, is reportedly due to what she perceives as intolerance and a lack of openness from the party’s leadership, particularly Dr. M’membe.
Shamilimo’s accusations of Dr. M’membe aggressively expelling members with differing opinions suggest a contentious environment within the party, where dissenting views are not being tolerated. This situation has led to a notable fracture in the party, with the exodus in Livingstone indicating broader discontent and potentially weakening the party’s cohesion and influence in the region.
