By A Correspondent
Hard-pressed Zimbabweans have rallied behind war veteran Blessed Geza, declaring that the “Geza wave” is unstoppable as he intensifies his challenge against President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s leadership.
Geza, who has been an outspoken critic of the current government, has called on Mnangagwa to resign immediately, citing his government’s failure to improve the country’s economic situation.
In a bold statement last week, Geza called for a mass anti-Mnangagwa protest scheduled for March 31, 2025.
Geza’s growing influence and his public call for action have resonated with many Zimbabweans who are dissatisfied with the government’s economic policies and handling of national issues.
Speaking on his plans for the upcoming protests, Geza firmly stated: “President Mnangagwa has failed, and the time for change is now. I am calling on all Zimbabweans to join us in demanding accountability.
The economic hardships are too much to bear, and we will no longer stay silent.”
As Geza’s call for protests gains momentum, Zanu PF has moved to downplay the significance of the protests. Taurai Kandishaya, a Zanu PF youth league official, attempted to deflate the threat posed by Geza’s planned demonstrations.
“Geza will be marching online, Zoom Demo. Saka iwewe washinga here kuuya panyama? Wadii wangoitawo Zoom Demo nhai shamwari?” he quipped, dismissing the protests as an online event that wouldn’t have a real-world impact.
However, Kandishaya’s dismissal has not stopped the growing wave of support for Geza’s cause.
Many Zimbabweans, particularly those suffering under the current economic conditions, have pledged their support.
Taurai Garwe, a local activist, declared: “Tosangana mumastreet d*ko iwe Ed must go newe wacho,” meaning that they will take to the streets to demand Mnangagwa’s resignation.
Other citizens have also voiced their frustrations. A commenter identified as De Klerk added, “Even ku Mozambique leadership yanga isipo. General Tongo was in Mozambique,” referencing the challenges of leadership and governance within Zimbabwe and the region. Another individual, Shoko, expressed: “Tichangomacha hazvititadzisi nhamo. Yakanyanya munyika vanodya vashoma,” highlighting the extreme hardships that ordinary Zimbabweans are facing, with a small elite benefitting while the majority suffer.
Geza’s call for protest is shaping up to be a significant moment in Zimbabwe’s political landscape, with mounting frustration among the populace against the government’s inability to address the country’s economic woes.
The stage is set for March 31 to reveal whether this movement will gain substantial traction on the streets of Zimbabwe or whether Zanu PF will manage to quell the wave of discontent.