By A Correspondent
Pressure group ActZim has expressed its dissatisfaction with President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s media briefing held on Monday.
The President addressed editors at State House, where he claimed that he would respect the constitution.
Mnangagwa also claimed he would step down at the end of his term of office.
Below is ActZim’s official response to Mnangagwa’s briefing:
? ActZim’s Statement on Mnangagwa’s Press Briefing Regarding Term Extension
On February 6, ActZim issued a 40-day ultimatum for President Mnangagwa to address the nation, warning that failure to do so would result in a public revolt. Following the President’s recent media briefing on this issue, ActZim wishes to voice its concerns:
- Lack of Seriousness: The President’s choice to address only the media, rather than directly addressing the nation, signals a lack of seriousness regarding this crucial issue. This approach seems to be an attempt to alleviate growing pressure while formulating other strategies.
- Delayed Response: The prolonged delay in the President’s response to the issue has resulted in significant tension and emotional unrest across the country.
- Political Pressures: ActZim believes that the President’s decision to speak through “Editors” may have been influenced by internal factional dynamics within Zanu-PF or simply a response to mounting public pressure.
- Reluctance to Leave Office: ActZim is concerned that the President only clarified his intentions after being pressed by journalists. This delay in transparency suggests a reluctance on his part to step down.
- Ongoing Vigilance: ActZim will continue to closely monitor the situation and remains vigilant, ready to take further action should President Mnangagwa attempt to revive his agenda for a term extension.
ActZim’s response highlights growing frustrations with Mnangagwa’s handling of the 2030 issue.
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