By A Correspondent

In response to escalating political tensions, police and military personnel have increased their presence in the ancient city of Masvingo, a key transit zone connecting several major urban centers in Zimbabwe. Sources within the security forces confirmed on Tuesday that they have been instructed to closely monitor the area due to concerns over potential unrest.

“Masvingo is a transit zone, therefore you shall see that police officers and military personnel will remain on the ground monitoring the situation,” a police source revealed. “We are not taking chances,” the source added, highlighting the authorities’ heightened state of alert.

The stepped-up security comes after war veteran Blessed Geza called for nationwide demonstrations on Monday, urging President Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign. Geza cited economic mismanagement and the alleged betrayal of ZANU-PF’s revolutionary ideals as the primary reasons for his call. Following these remarks, Masvingo’s central business district (CBD) and surrounding residential areas have seen heavy patrols from both the police and military.

The increased surveillance is seen as a precautionary measure to prevent any potential disruptions or violent confrontations in the wake of Geza’s outspoken stance. With Masvingo being a strategic link between important urban centers, the authorities are taking no chances in ensuring stability during this period of heightened political tension.