By A Correspondent

Zimbabwe has experienced a concerning rise in snake bites this year, with a total of 1,686 reported cases and six fatalities, according to the latest situational report from the Ministry of Health. The report, released yesterday, highlights the ongoing risks posed by snakes in both rural and urban areas across the country.

The Ministry of Health noted, “The increase in snake bites this year has become a significant public health concern, especially with the onset of the rainy season when snake activity tends to rise.”

Snake bites in Zimbabwe are often encountered by individuals in agricultural and rural communities, where people are more likely to come into contact with venomous snakes while working or walking in the fields. Additionally, the report emphasized the importance of prompt medical attention, as timely intervention can greatly reduce the chances of severe complications or death.

In response to this growing concern, the Ministry of Health has called for increased awareness about snake safety, as well as better access to antivenom treatment in affected areas. Health experts also encourage the public to avoid areas known to have high snake activity, wear protective clothing, and seek medical help immediately after a snake bite.

As the situation develops, authorities are urging both local communities and healthcare providers to be vigilant and prepared for the possibility of more snake bite cases in the coming months.

Zimbabwe has experienced a concerning rise in snake bites this year, with a total of 1,686 reported cases and six fatalities, according to the latest situational report from the Ministry of Health. The report, released yesterday, highlights the ongoing risks posed by snakes in both rural and urban areas across the country.

The Ministry of Health noted, “The increase in snake bites this year has become a significant public health concern, especially with the onset of the rainy season when snake activity tends to rise.”

Snake bites in Zimbabwe are often encountered by individuals in agricultural and rural communities, where people are more likely to come into contact with venomous snakes while working or walking in the fields. Additionally, the report emphasized the importance of prompt medical attention, as timely intervention can greatly reduce the chances of severe complications or death.

In response to this growing concern, the Ministry of Health has called for increased awareness about snake safety, as well as better access to antivenom treatment in affected areas. Health experts also encourage the public to avoid areas known to have high snake activity, wear protective clothing, and seek medical help immediately after a snake bite.

As the situation develops, authorities are urging both local communities and healthcare providers to be vigilant and prepared for the possibility of more snake bite cases in the coming months.

Silobela Man in Court for Poisoning Wife in Tragic GBV Incident

Kwekwe, Zimbabwe – April 5, 2025

A 29-year-old man from Qaqani Village in Silobela has been brought before the Kwekwe Magistrates’ Court facing murder charges in connection with the death of his wife, nearly a year after a violent domestic dispute.

Norest Ndhlovu, of Chief Malisa’s area, stands accused of fatally poisoning his wife during a domestic altercation on the night of May 17, 2024. According to court documents, Ndhlovu allegedly assaulted his wife and forced a poisonous substance down her throat around 9:00 PM. The victim was rushed to hospital, treated, and later discharged, but her condition remained precarious over the following months.

Despite multiple hospital visits, the woman succumbed to the long-term effects of the poison on March 4, 2025, prompting the murder charge. Ndhlovu was remanded in custody and is expected to reappear in court on April 17, 2025.

The case has sparked renewed calls for action against gender-based violence (GBV). The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) has urged the public to seek peaceful ways of resolving domestic conflicts and to make use of third-party mediation services where possible.

#CrimeDoesNotPay | #EndsGBV

This is a developing story. More updates to follow.

By Dorrothy Noyo | ZimEye | Local Government and Public Works Minister Daniel Garwe is under scrutiny after being caught on camera attempting to get Vice President Constantino Chiwenga to drink from a specific, suspicious bottle of water—an offer the VP pointedly refused.

The incident, captured at a recent public event, shows Garwe handing Chiwenga a particular bottle and insisting he drink it. Chiwenga, visibly cautious, declined. The moment has sparked widespread speculation about internal tensions and raised questions about Garwe’s intentions.

Days later, in a defiant speech at a ZANU-PF rally in Glen View South, Harare, Garwe tried to shift attention from the now-viral footage by declaring that President Emmerson Mnangagwa will not be removed from power, despite rumblings of discontent from within the ruling party’s own ranks.

“President Mnangagwa won the election in 2023. Now, in his second term, some are already plotting, saying they can’t wait for his term to end and are calling for demonstrations to remove him. What do they mean they ‘can’t wait’?” Garwe asked, speaking in support of ZANU-PF parliamentary candidate Tsitsi Tranquillity Tawomhera. “Cde Mnangagwa is our President, whether they like it or not.”

While Garwe publicly praised Mnangagwa’s development initiatives—such as the Emergency Road Rehabilitation Programme and the Presidential Borehole Scheme—his credibility was overshadowed by the unanswered question still hanging over the water bottle exchange with Chiwenga.

In an aggressive tone, Garwe also launched a tirade against fugitive former party member Blessed Geza, calling him a “stray dog” and threatening to humiliate him if he returned to Zimbabwe. “Geza, stay in South Africa with (Saviour) Kasukuwere if you want. Our President is Emmerson Mnangagwa,” he said.

But it’s not Geza or Kasukuwere drawing attention—it’s Garwe himself, and the lingering discomfort of a Vice President who refused to drink what was offered.

The optics are damning: a senior minister, caught on video, trying to hand the Vice President a specific bottle—then standing days later to denounce imagined coups and pledge loyalty to the very President at the center of growing internal unease.

As tensions simmer behind the scenes, Zimbabweans are left wondering what, exactly, was in that bottle—and why Chiwenga didn’t want it.

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Possible Forehead Injury Observed on President Emmerson Mnangagwa During Victoria Falls Visit

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe – 4 April 2025

By A Correspondent | ZimEye | Photographs captured during President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s public appearance at Victoria Falls on Friday have sparked concern and speculation after he was seen with a pronounced swelling on his forehead, just above his left brow. The swelling appears significant in size and is visibly discoloured, suggesting a recent injury or underlying medical condition.

Observations from the Images

In the series of images released by InfoMinZW, President Mnangagwa is seen engaging in a formal handshake, dressed in his signature scarf in Zimbabwe’s national colours. However, what draws immediate attention is the abnormal protrusion on his forehead. The lump is raised, rounded, and shows signs of inflammation — characteristics consistent with trauma or a localized medical issue.

The swelling appears fresh and tender, suggesting the injury may have occurred within the previous 24 to 48 hours. While no bandaging or covering is visible, the prominence of the swelling implies that the President either opted to attend the event despite discomfort or that his team deemed it manageable enough to proceed without concealment.

Possible Medical Explanations

Based on visual cues, the following are plausible causes of the forehead swelling:

1. Blunt Force Trauma: The most straightforward explanation could be a bump caused by an accidental knock against a hard object — such as a door, cabinet edge, or accidental fall. The size and position of the swelling support this theory. In older individuals, even a minor impact can lead to significant swelling due to skin thinning and vascular fragility.
2. Insect or Spider Bite Reaction: Some insect bites can cause rapid swelling, especially if the bite is near vascular or sensitive skin zones like the forehead. If it was an allergic reaction, accompanying redness or rash might also be visible, though this is not clearly seen in the photographs.
3. Cyst or Abscess Flare-up: Sebaceous cysts or localized infections beneath the skin can also swell quickly and painfully. A sudden flare-up could cause temporary distortion of the area and would require minor medical intervention.
4. Medical Procedures or Cosmetic Interventions: Although speculative, the swelling could also be post-procedural — either from a minor dermatological treatment or an injection (e.g., cortisone or fillers). However, given the swelling’s shape and size, trauma seems a more likely explanation.
5. Underlying Health Issue (Less Likely): While less likely from a single external observation, some health conditions like vasculitis or cranial infections can manifest as swellings. However, these are usually accompanied by other systemic symptoms.

Political and Public Implications

President Mnangagwa’s appearance with a visible injury — and no official explanation offered — raises questions not only about his health but also the internal protocols surrounding his public image. In tightly controlled state media environments, any deviation from carefully managed appearances is typically avoided or quickly explained away.

The decision to appear publicly without addressing the injury might have been intended to project strength or normalcy. Still, it inevitably invites public curiosity, particularly in a nation sensitive to leadership optics and political symbolism.

Conclusion

While the exact cause of the injury remains unconfirmed, the swelling on President Mnangagwa’s forehead appears consistent with recent blunt trauma or a localized inflammatory reaction. In the absence of an official statement, the public is left to speculate, fueling intrigue around both his health and the state’s communication strategy.

Given Zimbabwe’s complex political environment and Mnangagwa’s central role, even a minor visible injury like this carries outsized symbolic weight — especially in an election-sensitive or succession-rumour-prone atmosphere.

South Africa- The government has extended the deadline for Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders and other visa applicants to the end of September.

The affected are those whose documents expired at the end of March.

The new deadline, now set for 30 September, provides temporary relief for thousands of Zimbabweans who have been left in limbo as authorities work through a backlog of visa and permit applications.

Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber announced the extension on Tuesday under Immigration Directive Number 4 of 2025.

He acknowledged that despite efforts to clear outstanding applications, many remain unprocessed due to administrative delays.
“The Department of Home Affairs has been working to resolve the backlog in its visa and permitting system. However, many applications will not be ready for collection before the 31 March deadline due to delays in printing and processing,” Schreiber said.

The decision is particularly significant for Zimbabweans on the ZEP, a special dispensation permit that has been in place since 2009.

Originally introduced as the Dispensation of Zimbabweans Project (DZP), it was later restructured into the Zimbabwe Special Permit (ZSP) in 2014 and the current ZEP in 2017.
The ZEP has provided a legal pathway for Zimbabweans who moved to South Africa, but its future remains uncertain. The South African government has indicated plans to phase out exemption permits, urging Zimbabweans to apply for mainstream visas or consider returning home.
Around 178,000 Zimbabweans were eligible to apply for new exemption permits, which are set to expire at the end of November. However, processing delays have left many waiting for clarity on their legal status.
Under the latest directive, ZEP holders and other affected visa applicants will not be declared undesirable if they choose to leave South Africa before 30 September. Those awaiting the outcome of waiver applications can travel in and out of the country without penalty until then.
However, non-visa-exempt individuals with pending waiver applications must apply for a port of entry visa before re-entering South Africa. The directive also applies to long-term visa applicants but does not cover those awaiting permanent residence decisions.
Only foreign nationals who have legally entered South Africa and submitted their applications via VFS Global, with verifiable proof of submission, will qualify for this concession.
-Online

By A Correspondent

Two suspects were fatally shot while three others were arrested in connection with the killing of a Bulawayo police officer who was attending a crime scene in Tshabalala suburb.

Sipho Ncube (24) and Dumisani Ndlovu (32) attempted to flee from arrest, leading to a violent shootout with police detectives along Harrow Street, Sauerstown in Bulawayo on Sunday.

Both men later succumbed to gunshot wounds after being admitted to United Bulawayo Hospitals.

National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the development in a statement.

He said, “In reference to the Zimbabwe Republic Police’s press statement released on March 28, 2025, regarding the shooting of police officer Sergeant Abel Masava in Sizinda, Bulawayo, at approximately 0030 hours, we confirm the arrest of Mandlenkosi Albert Munangati (26), Clifford Desmond Nare (33), and Thabo Dube (24) in connection with the murder. The firearm used to kill the officer has been recovered from the suspects.”

Nyathi further revealed that the suspects were also connected to a series of armed robberies in the Bulawayo area that occurred between April 22, 2024, and March 28, 2025. “On March 30, 2025, detectives received information linking a Honda Fit vehicle, registration number AGG 8380, to the murder and several armed robbery cases in Bulawayo. The vehicle was tracked, leading to the arrest of Munangati,” he said.

Upon interrogation, Munangati implicated the other suspects, which led to the recovery of five firearms, including a National Browning pistol, Blow F92 Blank pellet gun, Long Rifle 12GA 76/3-inch-long, Vizor Pistol, shotgun, and a sword.

Two other suspects, Sipho Ncube and Dumisani Ndlovu, attempted to flee when confronted by police. A shootout ensued along Harrow Street, resulting in their deaths after being admitted to United Bulawayo Hospitals.

“The suspects are linked to 25 armed robbery cases, including one at a supermarket in New Luveve on December 28, 2024, where cash and three cellphones were stolen. Another robbery occurred at a funeral parlour in Kelvin North, Bulawayo, on February 10, 2025, where US$3,608, R21,130, and a cellphone were taken,” said Commissioner Nyathi.

He added that the suspects were also involved in a robbery at a service station at the corner of Nketa Drive and Rangemore Road on March 2, 2025, where a shotgun and a cellphone were stolen. Investigations revealed that the group targeted service stations, liquor outlets, supermarkets, funeral parlours, and gas operators.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police appreciates the public for providing valuable information that led to the arrest of the suspects. We encourage the public to continue sharing information via the National Complaints Desk at (0242) 703631, WhatsApp on 0712 800 197, or report to the nearest police station. We reiterate that the fight against robbery syndicates in the country will continue relentlessly, and the law will take its course without fear or favour,” said Commissioner Nyathi.

By A Correspondent

In a notable move signaling internal unrest, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has removed Dr. Sithembiso Nyoni from her role as the Minister of Environment, Climate, and Wildlife.

This decision came as a surprise and has fueled growing speculation about political instability within the government.

The Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Dr. Martin Rushwaya, confirmed the change in a statement, noting that Nyoni’s removal was effective immediately and made in accordance with Zimbabwe’s constitution. The statement read:

“His Excellency the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Cde Dr. E D Mnangagwa, has in terms of section 340, subsection (1), paragraph (f), as read with section 108, subsection (1), paragraph (a) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, removed Sithembiso Gile Gladys Nyoni from the position of Minister of Environment, Climate and Wildlife with immediate effect.”

The removal of Dr. Nyoni comes amidst rising tensions within Zimbabwe’s political landscape. Recently, war veteran Blessed Geza has openly challenged President Mnangagwa’s efforts to extend his political tenure beyond constitutional limits, sparking protests. Geza’s opposition, particularly regarding Mnangagwa’s alleged attempts to secure a third term, has fueled growing unrest, contributing to the broader political uncertainty in the country.

This shake-up in the Cabinet could be seen as part of the ongoing political turbulence surrounding Mnangagwa’s leadership.

By A Correspondent

War veteran Blessed Runesu Geza, widely known as Comrade Bombshell, declared that he and his colleagues, who oppose President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s third-term aspirations, are now pursuing the impeachment route.

Impeachment is a legal procedure used to formally accuse a public official, such as a president, of misconduct or illegal actions while in office, with the ultimate aim of removing them from office if they are found guilty.

In a video posted on his YouTube channel on April 2, Geza announced that they have taken significant steps in their push to remove President Mnangagwa from power. “Today, I am announcing a further step in our fight to rescue Zimbabwe from Emmerson and his looting mafia. We have escalated our efforts. We are moving forward with the impeachment of President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa. The die is cast, and tomorrow we begin this process,” Geza stated.

Geza went on to elaborate that their move for impeachment stems from claims that President Mnangagwa is no longer mentally capable of performing his duties. “We are constitutionalists, so we are using the Constitution to reclaim the country. Section 97(1)(d) of the Constitution allows for the removal of a president due to incapacity to perform presidential functions, specifically when there is a lack of mental capacity,” he added.

The war veteran further claimed that President Mnangagwa is suffering from vascular dementia, which he believes renders the president incapable of fulfilling his presidential responsibilities effectively. Vascular dementia is a condition caused by poor blood circulation to the brain, leading to cognitive impairment such as memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with thinking and problem-solving.

“Mnangagwa is suffering from vascular dementia,” Geza asserted. “We have copies of his medical records. His doctors have informed him, his family is aware, and the looting mafia knows about it too.”

Geza claimed that some members of Mnangagwa’s family and associates, particularly individuals linked to businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei, are exploiting the president’s condition. “They are taking advantage of his memory loss and confusion to have him sign documents that promote their corruption and looting,” he said.

According to Geza, the extent of Mnangagwa’s cognitive decline is severe. “Last Thursday, he forgot who July Moyo was and which ministry he heads. He even argues with his aides about whether he is at home or in the office. The situation is dire,” Geza explained.

He further accused those around the president of manipulating his condition for their benefit. “As a result, vultures are circling. They are looting in his name, selling off state-owned enterprises, and making decisions like hiring and firing officials as if they are in charge,” Geza claimed.

Geza went on to highlight that unelected individuals have been taking advantage of Mnangagwa’s condition to exercise presidential powers. “Unvetted individuals, whom the public didn’t elect, are now wielding presidential authority. They follow him to his farm, awarding government tenders in his name. They seize land in his name, and they even appoint or dismiss high-ranking officials such as army generals on his behalf. It’s become a free-for-all for the criminals around him,” he said.

In the past, President Mnangagwa had mentioned that he was aware of some members of parliament plotting to impeach him after his election. “In May 2018, Mnangagwa informed ZANU-PF members that he had received intelligence about potential impeachment attempts,” Geza recalled.

Prominent businessman and Doves Holdings Board Member, Farai Matsika and his Chief Executive Officer, Edison Gatsi, allegedly launched a savage and vicious physical attack on a defenceless female General Manager at Botha Gold Mine in Bindura after she rightfully denied them unlawful entry. 

The shocking incident unfolded when Matsika and Gatsi attempted to force their way into the mine with heavy equipment, despite having no contract or legal right to access the property.

The female General Manager, a respected professional, stood her ground and politely refused them entry, only to be met with a torrent of unprintable profanities and unprovoked, barbaric physical violence.

Eyewitnesses report that Gatsi, in a fit of rage, lashed out at the woman, leaving her with injuries and a smashed mobile phone in what can only be described as a blatant act of male intimidation and brutality. Had mine security not intervened swiftly, the situation could have escalated into an even more horrific assault.  

The traumatised victim has since reported the assault to Bindura Central Police Station under RRB Number: 12/04/25CR. However, given the high-profile status of the accused, there are fears that wealth and influence may be used to sweep this shameful incident under the rug. 

This is not the first time Matsika and Gatsi have been embroiled in scandalous misconduct. In 2021, the pair faced allegations of stripping a life assurance firm of its assets, raising serious questions about their ethical standards and disregard for the law. Now, their thuggish behaviour has escalated to physical violence against a woman in the workplace.  

This brazen attack is not just an assault on one woman, it is an affront to professional women everywhere who face intimidation and aggression in male-dominated industries. The Botha Gold Mine incident must serve as a wake-up call: no one is above the law, and violence against women, especially in the workplace, must be met with the full force of justice.

By A Correspondent

Tarusenga Makamba, a prominent Zanu PF figure from Chiredzi, has been denied bail and will remain in custody until his next court appearance on April 16.

Makamba’s arrest is linked to allegations of inciting public violence, which authorities claim is connected to his support for war veteran Blessed Geza’s calls for President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s removal.

The controversy surrounding Makamba’s arrest centers on an audio message he sent to a Zanu PF WhatsApp group, which authorities interpret as a coded message of support for Vice President Constantino Chiwenga.

The message, “Chikomo cheHwedza ngachipfungaure,” is believed to refer to Chiwenga’s hometown of Wedza and is seen as a veiled endorsement of his alleged bid to succeed Mnangagwa.

Makamba’s lawyer, Wellington Muzenda, argued that the audio message does not constitute an offense, as it does not explicitly mention Zanu PF or the government.

Additionally, Muzenda pointed out that the phrase refers to a mountain in Hwedza, which holds cultural significance.

However, the magistrate, Tendai Mutamba, dismissed Makamba’s application, ruling that he will remain in custody.

The case has sparked concerns about freedom of speech and political expression in Zimbabwe.

IMPEACHMENT MOTION (Draft)

Under Section 97 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe (2013)

Motion in terms of section 97(1)(d) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe regarding the “inability to perform the functions of the office of President because of lack of mental capacity to discharge the duties and functions of the office of the President.”

Further a Motion flowing from the said lack of mental capacity to discharge the duties and functions of the office of the President, a motion in terms of section 97(1)(c) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe regarding the “willful violation of the Constitution.”

Whereas section 97 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe provides for the removal of the President from office on any of the five (5) grounds set out in section 97(1)(a) to (e).

Whereas circumstances and events have arisen as well as facts ascertained from medical teams dealing with the situation of the mental health and capacity of the President, that the President as of this day the 30th of March 2025 has been physically ascertained and medically confirmed to be exhibiting severe cognitive decline, affecting both long and short memory and thinking, judgment and behavior.

Concerned that the severe cognitive decline of the President is as a result of a confirmed and ascertained medical diagnosis of vascular dementia, a medical condition characterized by persistent and recurrent cognitive deficits, failures, and relapses.

Further concerned:

• The President lacks mental capacity to perform the functions of his office.
• His condition poses a national security risk.
• He cannot make sound judgments on defense, economic policy, or diplomacy.
• His incapacity has led to economic mismanagement, grand looting, and unchecked corruption.
• He has failed to provide coherent policy direction and respect for the Constitution.

Instances of delusional statements, memory lapses, and inability to recognize his own senior officials have been reported.

Whereas due to this decline, the President has made irrational and detrimental decisions (the irrational decisions) and persons around him have seized his executive authority, making decisions purportedly in his name (the captured decisions).

Some of the Irrational & Captured Decisions by President Mnangagwa:

1. Fraudulent issuance of Treasury Bills to Kudakwashe Tagwirei, resulting in currency collapse and loss of approx. US$4.5 billion from 2019–2024.
2. Privatization of POSB Bank and laundering of US$6 billion via dubious investors (the Hebrew Group), instructed by the President and Attorney General Virginia Mabhiza.
3. Looting of US$1.9 billion via sale of Kuvimba Mining House shares, involving Tagwirei, Mthuli Ncube, George Guvamatanga, and John Mangudya.
4. Grand looting through dubious Presidential projects, e.g.:
   
   • Inputs Scheme
   • Borehole Drilling
   • Rural Goat Pass-On
   • Blitz Tick Grease
   • Cotton, Horticulture, Fisheries, Poultry, Grain, Fertilizer Schemes
   • Housing, Youth Empowerment, Heifer, Solar Schemes
6. Hijacking of the e-passport system, turning it into a looting scheme bringing in tens of millions of US$ annually, channeled via CBZ Bank and Blue Star (controlled by Tagwirei and Mnangagwa Jr.).
7. Covering up a US$100 million ZEC fraud involving Wicknell Chivhayo, Mike Chimombe, and Moses Mpofu, with cash siphoned from the Treasury and shared with the President’s family.
8. Ministry of Finance’s mismanagement, led by Ncube and Guvamatanga, issuing billions in Treasury Bills, leading to pension collapse and investor distrust.
9. Ballooning national debt, now US$21.1 billion, up from US$9.9 billion under Mugabe, with no sustainable repayment plans.
10. Gold Export Incentive Scheme looted by Scott Sakupwanya and Tagwirei through Betterbrands, with over US$750 million defrauded from the Treasury.
11. Issuance of Dangerous Drugs Permits to allies (via Chivhayo), fueling illegal drug trade bringing in millions of US$, enriching the criminal network.
12. Vision 2030 campaign, deemed unconstitutional and irrational, allegedly aimed at illegally extending the President’s term and deepening national debt.

Now Therefore, the Senate and National Assembly in joint sitting are called upon to pass a resolution:

Authorizing the Committee on Standing Rules and Orders to appoint a joint committee (under section 97(2)) to investigate the removal of the President on the grounds in section 97(1)(c) and (d).

By A Correspondent

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has expressed satisfaction with the performance of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, marking one year since its introduction. Despite some fluctuations in its value, the central bank remains optimistic about its role in the country’s economic landscape.

RBZ Governor John Mushayavanhu highlighted the positive reception the ZiG has received since its launch, acknowledging the challenges it faces but emphasizing its stability. “We have seen wide acceptance of ZiG and stability. It has been a year now since we introduced ZiG, and there is stability,” Mushayavanhu said in a recent statement.

While the ZiG has faced some depreciation over the past year, it continues to serve as an important tool for Zimbabweans looking for an alternative to the volatile local currency. The central bank’s report underscores that the overall acceptance of ZiG by the public and businesses has contributed to a more stable financial environment.

Despite the challenges, the RBZ remains confident that the ZiG will continue to play a crucial role in Zimbabwe’s economy, particularly in times of uncertainty, and is committed to monitoring its progress and making adjustments where necessary.

South Africa- The Department of Home Affairs has extended the deadline for Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders and other visa applicants to the end of September.

The affected are those whose documents expired at the end of March.

The new deadline, now set for 30 September, provides temporary relief for thousands of Zimbabweans who have been left in limbo as authorities work through a backlog of visa and permit applications.

Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber announced the extension on Tuesday under Immigration Directive Number 4 of 2025.

He acknowledged that despite efforts to clear outstanding applications, many remain unprocessed due to administrative delays.
“The Department of Home Affairs has been working to resolve the backlog in its visa and permitting system. However, many applications will not be ready for collection before the 31 March deadline due to delays in printing and processing,” Schreiber said.

The decision is particularly significant for Zimbabweans on the ZEP, a special dispensation permit that has been in place since 2009.

Originally introduced as the Dispensation of Zimbabweans Project (DZP), it was later restructured into the Zimbabwe Special Permit (ZSP) in 2014 and the current ZEP in 2017.
The ZEP has provided a legal pathway for Zimbabweans who moved to South Africa, but its future remains uncertain. The South African government has indicated plans to phase out exemption permits, urging Zimbabweans to apply for mainstream visas or consider returning home.
Around 178,000 Zimbabweans were eligible to apply for new exemption permits, which are set to expire at the end of November. However, processing delays have left many waiting for clarity on their legal status.
Under the latest directive, ZEP holders and other affected visa applicants will not be declared undesirable if they choose to leave South Africa before 30 September. Those awaiting the outcome of waiver applications can travel in and out of the country without penalty until then.
However, non-visa-exempt individuals with pending waiver applications must apply for a port of entry visa before re-entering South Africa. The directive also applies to long-term visa applicants but does not cover those awaiting permanent residence decisions.
Only foreign nationals who have legally entered South Africa and submitted their applications via VFS Global, with verifiable proof of submission, will qualify for this concession.
-Online

By Courts and Crime Reporter- The deputy head of Masase High School in Mberengwa is wanted by the police in connection with the sodomy of over 35 pupils at the school!

Anymore Gumbo reportedly sneaked out of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Zimbabwe (ELCZ)-run school premises on Friday after police descended to investigate the shocking reports.

Sources say Gumbo would lure pupils into his office before attacking them in a horrific abuse of power.

Police and education officials have launched a probe, but insiders claim the school’s headmaster, Mr Albion Masukume, tried to cover up the scandal!
“Officials rushed to the school after an anonymous tip-off from a teacher. The headmaster runs a tight ship—pupils can only report issues to him, leaving many victims suffering in silence,” fumed a parent whose child was brutalised.

The parent even dropped a bombshell, alleging the headmaster himself could be involved!

Masukume admitted the scandal but denied any role, claiming he had informed parents and handed the case to police.

In a shaky letter, he wrote: “I write with sorrow… allegations of child abuse by a staff member were reported. Investigations are underway.”
Midlands police spokesperson Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko confirmed Gumbo is STILL AT LARGE!

-State media

Minister Owen ‘Mudha’ Ncube Celebrates Explosives Manufacturing, Amid Allegations of Plotting False Charges Against War Veteran Activist

GWERU – Friday, 4 April 2025

By A Correspondent | In a startling development likely to intensify political tensions, Zimbabwe’s Minister of State for Midlands Province, Hon. Owen “Mudha” Ncube, is today publicly celebrating the province’s monopoly over civil explosives manufacturing — a move that appears to validate explosive claims recently made by war veteran and anti-corruption activist Blessed Geza.

The minister is currently attending the Midlands Investment Conference in Gweru, where he is spearheading a campaign to rebrand the province as Zimbabwe’s investment epicenter under the theme “Midlands Province: The Resource Centre of Zimbabwe – Unlock and Explore Unlimited Opportunities.” Among key highlights showcased is the province’s role as the sole supplier of Zimbabwe’s civil explosives, alongside strategic investments in mining, agriculture, and infrastructure.

But beneath the polished veneer of investment pledges and urban development promises, critics say there’s a darker undertone. Activist Blessed Geza, a vocal critic of corruption within the ruling elite, recently raised alarms that Minister Ncube is involved in a covert operation to falsely accuse him of criminal conduct — including the potential use of explosive-related charges.

Geza, known for exposing elite abuses and calling for transparency in security-linked investments, warned that the strategic positioning of Midlands in the civil explosives industry grants Ncube not only economic clout but dangerous leverage to fabricate cases against political opponents.

“This is not just about investment — it’s about control,” Geza said earlier this week. “The Minister is weaponizing industrial power for personal vendettas. The explosives angle is not coincidental; it’s calculated.”

Today’s emphasis by Minister Ncube on Midlands’ 100% control over Zimbabwe’s explosives sector — delivered with visible pride — may lend credence to those fears.

Observers also note the minister’s push for “efficient service delivery” and “fast-tracked approvals” during the conference may mask efforts to bypass oversight in sensitive sectors, including arms-linked production.

The five-day Midlands Investment Conference, running from 25 to 29 March at Village Lodge in Gweru, features major stakeholders including Dinson Iron and Steel Company, which is contributing 50MW to the national grid, and updates on the Manhize Smart City development.

However, for some, the biggest development isn’t in steel or smart cities — it’s the chilling implications of what happens when a provincial minister with a controversial history gains unchecked influence over explosive resources in a country already wrestling with political repression and corruption.

Developing story…

By A Correspondent

A deputy head at Masase High School in Mberengwa has fled, following allegations of child abuse misconduct. According to a letter from the school head, Masukume A, the allegations were reported, prompting swift action from the authorities.

“The allegations of child abuse by one of our staff members was reported,” the school head wrote. “Currently, thorough investigations by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and the police are underway. The alleged victim was taken to hospital swiftly and was examined by a medical doctor. A police report was filed with the Victim Friendly Unit at Mberengwa Charge Office the same day.”

The school head assured parents and guardians that updates on the investigation’s findings will be provided as soon as possible. “Meanwhile, the alleged perpetrator is not at the station and is being sought after for interrogation so that he responds to the allegations,” the letter stated.

“I shall update you in the shortest possible time frame on the findings once the investigations are concluded. I thank you.” – Masukume A, School Head, Masase High School.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of students at the school. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the whereabouts of the deputy head to come forward.

By A Correspondent

Two suspects were fatally shot while three others were arrested in connection with the killing of a Bulawayo police officer who was attending a crime scene in Tshabalala suburb.

Sipho Ncube (24) and Dumisani Ndlovu (32) attempted to flee from arrest, leading to a violent shootout with police detectives along Harrow Street, Sauerstown in Bulawayo on Sunday.

Both men later succumbed to gunshot wounds after being admitted to United Bulawayo Hospitals.

National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the development in a statement.

He said, “In reference to the Zimbabwe Republic Police’s press statement released on March 28, 2025, regarding the shooting of police officer Sergeant Abel Masava in Sizinda, Bulawayo, at approximately 0030 hours, we confirm the arrest of Mandlenkosi Albert Munangati (26), Clifford Desmond Nare (33), and Thabo Dube (24) in connection with the murder. The firearm used to kill the officer has been recovered from the suspects.”

Nyathi further revealed that the suspects were also connected to a series of armed robberies in the Bulawayo area that occurred between April 22, 2024, and March 28, 2025. “On March 30, 2025, detectives received information linking a Honda Fit vehicle, registration number AGG 8380, to the murder and several armed robbery cases in Bulawayo. The vehicle was tracked, leading to the arrest of Munangati,” he said.

Upon interrogation, Munangati implicated the other suspects, which led to the recovery of five firearms, including a National Browning pistol, Blow F92 Blank pellet gun, Long Rifle 12GA 76/3-inch-long, Vizor Pistol, shotgun, and a sword.

Two other suspects, Sipho Ncube and Dumisani Ndlovu, attempted to flee when confronted by police. A shootout ensued along Harrow Street, resulting in their deaths after being admitted to United Bulawayo Hospitals.

“The suspects are linked to 25 armed robbery cases, including one at a supermarket in New Luveve on December 28, 2024, where cash and three cellphones were stolen. Another robbery occurred at a funeral parlour in Kelvin North, Bulawayo, on February 10, 2025, where US$3,608, R21,130, and a cellphone were taken,” said Commissioner Nyathi.

He added that the suspects were also involved in a robbery at a service station at the corner of Nketa Drive and Rangemore Road on March 2, 2025, where a shotgun and a cellphone were stolen. Investigations revealed that the group targeted service stations, liquor outlets, supermarkets, funeral parlours, and gas operators.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police appreciates the public for providing valuable information that led to the arrest of the suspects. We encourage the public to continue sharing information via the National Complaints Desk at (0242) 703631, WhatsApp on 0712 800 197, or report to the nearest police station. We reiterate that the fight against robbery syndicates in the country will continue relentlessly, and the law will take its course without fear or favour,” said Commissioner Nyathi.

By A Correspondent

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has clarified that it has no plans to raid the safe deposit boxes of private businesses and individuals, contrary to reports in a local daily newspaper.

In a statement released on Wednesday, RBZ Governor Dr. John Mushayavanhu reassured the public that the central bank respects property rights.

Dr. Mushayavanhu stated, “We have no intention of swooping on safe deposit boxes,” reaffirming the bank’s commitment to safeguarding private property.

His comments follow concerns raised earlier in February 2025, during the release of the Monetary Policy Statement, where he highlighted the potential abuse of safe deposit boxes and underground banking systems.

He had urged businesses and individuals to take advantage of the “attractive interest rates on savings and time deposits” offered by formal financial institutions.

By A Correspondent

Plans to revive Zimbabwe’s struggling leather industry are in motion, with the government taking steps to strengthen its systems and revitalise the leather value chain. These plans were outlined during the Parliamentary Question and Answer session this Wednesday.

Minister of Industry and Commerce, Honourable Mangaliso Ndlovu, addressed Parliament, revealing a collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and other key ministries. “I spoke of a collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture among other ministries. I highlighted that we have not done as much as we want in our leather sector. We will be working with rural communities to create a system where leather will be produced,” he said.

He further assured that local companies like Bata are on a recovery path. “Bata is on its recovery path,” Ndlovu stated. The minister also emphasized efforts to expand both the domestic market and international exports, particularly to Zambia. “We are trying to make sure we expand the domestic market, and we are expanding to export to other countries, including Zambia,” he added. He revealed that government departments have been instructed to make local purchases to help boost the leather industry. “Government departments have been directed to make local purchases, which will also help expand the leather industry,” Ndlovu noted.

In addition, the government is keeping pace with technological advancements, as highlighted by the Minister of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, Honourable Kazembe Kazembe. Kazembe spoke about the introduction of automated border control systems at key ports of entry, aimed at improving security and reducing smuggling. “We have done a lot in deploying technology at airport and border technology. We have tried to computerise all our systems and the online border management systems, and we now have e-gates without the help of any officer,” Kazembe said.

He also mentioned the successful implementation of e-visas, with systems now in place at major border posts like Victoria Falls and Beitbridge. “We have deployed this at Victoria Falls and Beitbridge. Now e-visas are available, and we have started embarking on this journey,” he concluded.

When top govt prophet Andrew Wutaunashe at the weekend all of a sudden begun praising war veteran Blessed Geza as the man who’s fixing and bathing ‘all of us,’ no one would have thought the state is soon to launch a completion with him (Geza).

Geza on Wed exposed President Mnangagwa crony Kuda Tagwirei over land permit issuances.

Within 48 hours, Government has abruptly halted the issuance of development permits, citing a crackdown on land barons.

Is this about protecting home-seekers — or targeting powerful businessman and alleged land baron-in-chief, Kudakwashe Tagwirei?

The move comes 2 days after whistleblower and anti-corruption crusader Blessed Geza gained traction with his exposés linking Tagwirei to illegal land grabs, fraudulent title schemes, and the weaponisation of urban planning for political patronage. Geza’s revelations — including alleged connections between Tagwirei’s companies and illicit land allocations in Harare, Chitungwiza, and Mazowe — have sparked public outrage and calls for accountability at the highest levels.

Now, government officials, led by National Housing and Social Amenities Minister Soda Zhemu, are positioning themselves as saviours of the urban poor, suspending all new development permits “to curb the menace of land barons.” But observers say the timing is too convenient — and the target too vague.

“They should not go to land barons,” said Zhemu in an interview with state media. “Currently, there is no State land that you can apply for and get granted authority to do some developments. That has been stopped.”

Yet nowhere in the Minister’s statement was Tagwirei mentioned — a glaring omission given his widely reported role in acquiring and parcelling out vast tracts of state land through opaque entities allegedly connected to the Office of the President and Cabinet.

Critics say the government’s campaign is an attempt to deflect mounting pressure and reframe the narrative — turning a citizen-led movement into a state-controlled project. The suspension of permits, they warn, could freeze out smaller developers and housing cooperatives while preserving the interests of politically connected elites already in possession of contested land.

“This is not a clean-up; it’s a cover-up,” said one urban planning analyst, speaking on condition of anonymity. “They’re trying to cut off the head of the grassroots revolt by hijacking the body. Geza’s work is threatening the foundations of elite control over urban land — and now they’re moving to neutralise him by pretending to be the ones cleaning up the mess.”

The government’s sudden pivot also coincides with plans to issue 65,000 title deeds — a move seen as a populist gesture ahead of key by-elections and potential early presidential primaries. Areas mentioned, like Epworth and Chitungwiza, are epicentres of land-related discontent — and key battlegrounds in the war for urban votes.

Meanwhile, Geza remains defiant. In his latest online post, he challenged authorities to “name and shame the real land barons — not just the foot soldiers,” and reiterated his call for a public inquiry into how Tagwirei and his associates acquired state land without parliamentary oversight.

As the battle lines shift, one thing is clear: the land baron crisis is no longer just a housing issue — it’s a political earthquake in the making.

Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube for endorsing the Pomona Waste Management project, despite its association with controversial businessman Dilesh Nguwaya, who is widely seen as a Chigananda—a politically connected tender-preneur rather than a credible entrepreneur:

Mthuli Endorses Controversial Pomona Project Despite Nguwaya’s Shady Reputation

Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube has once again placed political loyalty above public accountability, offering glowing praise for the GEO Pomona Waste Management project—despite widespread concerns over the integrity of its frontman, Dilesh Nguwaya, a convicted figure many Zimbabweans know more for scandal than business acumen.

Nguwaya, widely regarded as a Chigananda—a tender-preneur thriving on government contracts and opaque deals—led the Minister on a carefully choreographed tour of the Harare waste management site this week. The visit appeared less about oversight and more about endorsing a controversial deal that critics say reeks of crony capitalism.

Following the visit, Ncube hailed the project as “very transparent,” applauding everything from its engineers to its water treatment system. “I almost drank it,” he quipped, ignoring the elephant in the room: Nguwaya’s checkered history, which includes ties to dubious COVID-19 procurement scandals and allegations of fronting for politically connected elites.

That Ncube could describe a project associated with such a figure as “phenomenal” raises serious concerns about the government’s commitment to ethical investment. Transparency is not about glossy tours or well-rehearsed presentations; it’s about public procurement processes that are open, competitive, and accountable—something this deal has never been.

Worse still, the Pomona project was granted “national project status,” a designation that fast-tracks approvals and offers tax breaks—essentially rewarding a shady operator with public privilege, while ordinary entrepreneurs face red tape and exclusion.

This is not the first time Ncube has lent credibility to questionable ventures. But his continued alliance with characters like Nguwaya only reinforces perceptions that the so-called “new dispensation” is little more than a rebranded system of patronage and enrichment for the well-connected.

In October 2018, he promised to change govt policy on respecting property rights.

He gave the below responses to questions at London’s Chatham House institute.

Simba Chikanza: “Would you not agree that your commitment to the rule of law and to property rights is in question sir and I’m quoting here, legal experts from Veritas, who have raised for instance, two issues, the declaration of a military cantonment-area, on which there are mining claims, and the imposition of increased taxes, And electronic money transfers and they say this has raised questions about the government’s respect for property rights, and broadly the commitment to the rule of law.

And honorable Minister Sir, it is not true that the only violent incident post-election is the one August there are numerous incidents of political violence that have continued even into this week and I’ve got a whole database here hereof people who either had their houses demolished, many have even been beaten on the streets we’re talking violence not by civilians; violence by either the military or members of the police force, and Sir, minister, do you not agree that your commitment to the rule of law and to property rights, your commitment to economic recovery is in question said since this is happening in your period?

Minister Mthuli Ncube replied saying, “…Simba on this issue about the commitment to the rule of law, I understand why you are saying it (sic) err, this incident, I don’t know what is true maybe you have better information than me which I suspect by the way, because I’ve only been in the country properly, not for one month but two weeks.”

Simba Chikanza: ” I’ve got full fact proof, checked, I’ve got a whole database that I can show you and the whole house; this is very very serious.

Mthuli Ncube: “I am hearing you but you see precedence is committed to abiding by the rule of law, you have said it on a full program, we are determined to do our best in this regard so but I’m not going to deny what you are saying as you have more information than me and I suspect, some so we are determined to make sure this stops and we abide by the rule of law, and expect property rights. I think what we are trying to do with the land issue as I was explaining and that it’s a simpler way we want to make sure.

As Zimbabweans grapple with deepening poverty, load-shedding, and collapsing services, one has to ask: who really benefits from Mthuli Ncube’s version of investment promotion? Because it’s certainly not the people.

Controversial Deals Endorsed by Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube (2018–2025)

Since his appointment in 2018, Zimbabwe’s Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube has been associated with several high-profile deals and projects that later attracted public criticism and allegations of corruption. These deals — often involving large government contracts or loans — have raised concerns about opaque procurement practices, politically connected beneficiaries, and lack of transparency in the management of public resources. Investigative journalists, civil society groups, and opposition figures have flagged a number of these cases, prompting parliamentary inquiries, lawsuits, or official audits. Below, we present a structured overview of the shady or controversial deals linked to Mthuli Ncube’s tenure, followed by detailed case-by-case descriptions.

Summary of Key Controversial Deals (2018–2025)

†Note: The Farm Mechanization Scheme was implemented before Ncube’s tenure, but the debt write-off occurred under his watch (revealed in 2020), effectively endorsing the opaque bailout of politically connected beneficiaries.

Command Agriculture Input Scheme (2017–2019)

One of the largest financial controversies in recent years involves the Command Agriculture programme – a government-funded farming input scheme that operated as a public-private partnership. Although launched before Ncube’s tenure, the scheme’s financing continued under him and was championed by the new administration in 2018. In this arrangement, the government contracted Sakunda Holdings, owned by business tycoon Kudakwashe Tagwirei (a close ally of President Mnangagwa), to supply farmers with inputs like seed and fertilizer, with payment through Treasury Bills. The Office of the President and Cabinet oversaw the project, bypassing standard ministry controls .

By 2019, Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) – led by opposition MP Tendai Biti – uncovered that about US$3 billion disbursed for Command Agriculture in 2017–2018 could not be accounted for, raising suspicions of massive abuse . An Auditor-General’s report similarly found serious accounting irregularities. It later emerged that Sakunda had received over $1 billion in Treasury Bills plus $230 million in cash from 2016–2019 to run this programme . Yet, basic records of how these funds were used were missing, and officials in the Agriculture Ministry admitted they “had no clue” how the money was spent . This lack of transparency led observers to label Command Agriculture as “Zimbabwe’s own version of state capture,” benefitting a well-connected cartel.

Finance Minister Ncube’s Role: As Finance Minister, Ncube was responsible for funding this scheme and later acknowledged the problems. By late 2019, facing mounting evidence of mismanagement, Ncube admitted that the Command Agriculture programme lacked transparency and proper oversight . This public admission was significant – essentially confirming critics’ claims that the arrangement was opaque. Despite promises to reform the system, the damage had been done: taxpayers were left shouldering the cost of the missing billions. Meanwhile, Tagwirei’s company reaped huge rewards; in fact, Tagwirei was sanctioned by the U.S. in 2020 for allegedly using his political connections to siphon public funds, specifically citing his enrichment from Command Agriculture . No Zimbabwean officials were prosecuted for the missing funds, but the scandal heightened public mistrust. The Command Agriculture saga stands out as a case where Ncube’s Treasury poured funds into a politically connected venture with minimal accountability, only for the Minister to concede after the fact that it had become a conduit for corruption.

COVID-19 Medical Procurement (“Draxgate”, 2020)

In 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Zimbabwe’s government hastily entered a series of contracts for medical supplies that soon turned into a major corruption scandal, locally dubbed “Draxgate.” The Ministry of Finance (headed by Ncube) and Ministry of Health approved deals worth US$60 million with a company called Drax International (also known as Drax Consult SAGL) and a related firm Jaji Investments for procurement of COVID-19 test kits, drugs, and personal protective equipment (PPE) . These companies were barely established (one was 2 weeks old) and notably not registered with Zimbabwe’s Procurement Authority, a legal requirement for government suppliers . Drax was fronted by Delish Nguwaya, a businessman with a criminal record and known associate of President Mnangagwa’s sons, raising immediate red flags about the deal’s integrity .

Nature of the Controversy: Investigative journalists revealed that the Drax contracts involved grossly inflated prices and procedural violations. For example, Drax billed nearly $1 million for a consignment of PPE that included N95 masks at $28 each and coveralls at $90 each – at least $500,000 above prevailing market prices . Payments were routed to obscure accounts abroad (in Mauritius and elsewhere), suggesting an attempt to launder funds. It later emerged that government officials bypassed competitive tender processes to award these contracts, and that Drax had leveraged its political connections – even donating COVID test kits at State House in a publicity stunt with Ncube and the President present – to win the deals .

When details of the scandal broke, there was swift backlash. Under pressure from the public and watchdog groups, Ncube’s Finance Ministry initially suspended payments to Drax in late April 2020, calling the contracts into question. However, in an unusual reversal, Treasury (via Permanent Secretary George Guvamatanga) “exceptionally authorised” one Drax shipment in May 2020, citing urgent need , even as evidence of overpricing mounted. This fueled speculation of high-level complicity. The fallout was dramatic: Zimbabwe’s Health Minister Obadiah Moyo was arrested and charged with criminal abuse of office for his role in the Drax procurement, and was eventually fired by President Mnangagwa in July 2020 amid public outcry . International law enforcement got involved as well – Interpol opened a money laundering investigation after flags were raised in Europe over a suspicious $2 million payment from Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Finance to a newly formed Hungarian company (part of the Drax saga) .

Public and Political Reactions: The Drax scandal became a byword for COVID-19 corruption in Zimbabwe. Media exposés described it as an “egregious” example of how official corruption worsens the economic crisis . Opposition figures and civil society decried the siphoning of pandemic funds. For Mthuli Ncube, this deal was a major embarrassment – it happened on his watch and with his Ministry’s approval, undermining his public pledges of reform. In response, Ncube distanced himself and emphasized new stricter procurement oversight for future aid funds. Ultimately, the Drax contracts were cancelled and payments partly recovered. But the saga left a stain on Ncube’s record, illustrating how politically connected actors exploited an emergency for gain, with the tacit endorsement or negligence of the Finance Ministry.

ZUPCO Buses Procurement Deal (2019–2021)

Another controversial deal under Ncube’s tenure involved the acquisition of buses for the state-owned public transport company, ZUPCO (Zimbabwe United Passenger Company). Facing a transport shortage, the government in 2019 began importing hundreds of buses from China and Belarus. Rather than procure these buses directly, the government engaged a private intermediary – Landela Investments, a company linked to Kudakwashe Tagwirei (already prominently involved in multiple government schemes). Mthuli Ncube publicly supported efforts to revive ZUPCO’s fleet, often touting the arrival of new buses as a Second Republic achievement. However, it soon emerged that the procurement process was highly questionable and lacked transparency.

Involved Parties and Arrangement: Landela Investments (part of Tagwirei’s group) entered a hire-purchase agreement with the government’s Central Mechanical and Engineering Department (CMED) to supply buses to ZUPCO . In practice, Landela acted as the middleman importing buses from China, then selling or leasing them to the government. Investigative reports in 2020–2021 uncovered startling figures: Landela allegedly bought the buses for about US$58,900 each, and then sold them to the government for about US$212,000 each . This implied an almost four-fold markup, suggesting that tens of millions of dollars in public funds were being siphoned to the middleman. Furthermore, the deal never went to open tender, and key details – such as the total number of buses, prices, and contract terms – were kept secret, despite being public procurement.

By early 2021, suspicions of wrongdoing led The Zimbabwe Independent newspaper and Transparency International Zimbabwe (TIZ) to take an unprecedented step: they filed a lawsuit to compel Minister Ncube and others to release documents and information on the ZUPCO bus deal . The court filings cited the government’s refusal to honor requests for information and highlighted the public interest concerns. Ncube, along with Local Government Minister July Moyo and Transport officials, were listed as respondents . The very fact that media and an anti-corruption NGO had to go to court underscored the opacity of the deal. In their affidavit, the applicants pointed to “suspicious circumstances” and a “murky transaction” involving Landela – a company already “linked to corruption-accused businessman” Tagwirei .

Nature of the Controversy: The controversies surrounding this deal include possible price gouging, preferential treatment of a politically connected firm, and breach of procurement laws. Parliamentarians questioned why an intermediary was necessary at all if it only served to inflate costs to the taxpayer. There were also equity concerns: some of the buses were paid for by a state fuel levy, effectively making citizens fund an overpriced scheme that enriched a private player . The deal fed into the narrative of “cartels” dominating Zimbabwe’s economy, as Landela/Tagwirei appeared to enjoy monopolistic access to government contracts.

Outcome and Reactions: The ZUPCO bus procurement scandal became a hot topic in government circles. While Ncube defended the overall programme of fleet expansion as vital for public transport, he provided little explanation for the pricing discrepancies. Under pressure, officials eventually acknowledged the hire-purchase arrangement but claimed the prices included other costs like spare parts — explanations that critics found unconvincing. The High Court case seeking transparency was a bold move; though the outcome of the lawsuit has not been widely reported, it succeeded in drawing greater attention to the issue. No official was penalized, and additional batches of buses continued to be delivered. However, the scandal did taint the bus modernisation drive: an opposition MP described the ZUPCO saga as “the cost of corruption,” noting how a well-intended public project was undermined by rent-seeking and secrecy . For Ncube, the bus deal illustrated the risks of partnering with insider companies — a pattern that recurs in several deals under his watch.

Mbudzi Interchange Road Project (2022)

In 2022, the government launched an ambitious infrastructure project to build the Mbudzi Traffic Interchange in Harare – a massive flyover and cloverleaf junction designed to ease congestion at a busy intersection. Minister Mthuli Ncube earmarked funding for this project as part of a broader infrastructure push, including allocating a portion of Zimbabwe’s IMF Special Drawing Rights (SDR) windfall to it . However, the Mbudzi Interchange quickly became entangled in controversy over its cost and the procurement process, amid allegations that politically connected contractors were unduly benefitting.

Contract Award and Cost Controversy: The construction contract for Mbudzi was awarded to Fossil Contracting, a company that local media identified as being linked to Kudakwashe Tagwirei – the same well-connected mogul involved in Command Agriculture and ZUPCO deals . This raised eyebrows given Tagwirei’s closeness to power. More striking was the project’s price tag. Government documents showed an allocation of US$144 million for the Mbudzi Interchange, funded over several years (including through the SDR funds) . Engineers and economists immediately questioned this figure as excessive. For comparison, a similarly complex highway interchange in South Africa (the huge Spaghetti Junction upgrade in Durban) had cost roughly US$77 million, about half the Mbudzi budget . Yet the Mbudzi project is smaller in scale. This discrepancy led to suspicions that the cost was inflated – possibly due to corruption or kickbacks built into the contract.

Lack of Transparency: Details on how Fossil Contracting was chosen remain scant. Critics allege that the tender process was not truly competitive, possibly a directed award to an ally’s firm. The Ministry of Transport defended the cost by citing currency volatility and the need to relocate utilities and hundreds of households, but skepticism remained. Opposition member of Parliament Temba Mliswa was particularly vocal, calling the interchange deal a potential “white elephant” and demanding a breakdown of the $144m budget. Civil society groups pointed out that Zimbabwe’s procurement oversight, the Procurement Regulatory Authority, had not publicly vetted this project, feeding perceptions of a “mega-deal” rife with insider influence.

Public and Political Reactions: Within Parliament, questions were raised about whether value for money was being achieved. The government, including Ncube, maintained that investing in infrastructure was necessary and that the interchange would be a “game changer.” Yet the controversy lingered in the media with headlines about the project’s ballooning costs and Tagwirei’s name surfacing once again. The issue played into the broader narrative of corruption in big public works. As one observer noted, “there is a sense of obscurity and lack of transparency” in such projects, even as they are touted as development milestones .

Despite the criticism, the Mbudzi Interchange construction moved forward and is ongoing. There has been no official investigation or adjustment of the contract. The interchange is slated for completion to much fanfare, but the controversy underscored how even flagship infrastructure projects under Ncube’s economic plans have been plagued by allegations of cost inflation and crony capitalism. In this case, the intertwined interests of the state and Tagwirei’s business empire once again drew scrutiny, reflecting a pattern seen across multiple deals.

Pomona Waste-to-Energy Project (2022)

In 2022, the government, through the Ministry of Local Government and endorsed by the Finance Ministry, pushed a waste-to-energy project for Harare’s main landfill (Pomona dumpsite) that became one of the year’s most contentious deals. The project was a 30-year Build-Own-Operate-Transfer contract with a shadowy Netherlands-registered company called Geogenix B.V., aimed at generating electricity from solid waste. However, the terms of the deal and the manner of its approval led to immediate backlash from Harare city officials, residents, and opposition leaders, who decried it as a corrupt, one-sided arrangement that could bankrupt the city.

Key Details of the Deal: Geogenix B.V., owned by Albanian businessman Mirel Mërtiri (notorious in Europe for corrupt waste projects), was effectively hand-picked by Zimbabwe’s central government to manage the Pomona dumpsite . The company’s local frontman was Delish (Danish) Nguwaya – the same politically connected figure in the Drax COVID scandal – who is closely associated with the Mnangagwa family . The agreement did not go through a normal tender or competitive bidding. Instead, the Cabinet designated it a “national project,” allowing it to bypass standard procurement and even certain environmental approvals . Under the contract, Harare City Council (which is opposition-led) would be obligated to deliver at least 550 tonnes of garbage per day to Geogenix’s plant and pay US$40 per tonne as a tipping fee . This meant the city would pay the contractor approximately US$22,000 per day in 2022 for its own garbage, with the fee increasing to $26,000+ per day in subsequent years as minimum tonnages rose . Over a year, the fees were about US$8 million – a huge sum for a city already struggling to provide basic services .

Nature of the Controversy: The Pomona deal was criticized on multiple grounds. First, the idea of the city paying a private firm for each ton of waste (essentially buying back its own garbage) struck many as absurd and fundamentally unfair. Normally, a waste-to-energy operator would pay or charge a minimal fee for feedstock, not demand a guaranteed profit in hard currency regardless of output. Harare’s mayor at the time, Jacob Mafume, blasted the arrangement as essentially the city acting as a “landlord paying rent to a tenant” – a legally and financially nonsensical deal . Second, the contract was approved under questionable circumstances: it was rushed through by a faction of city councillors aligned with the ruling party after elected opposition councillors were temporarily disqualified by a court ruling . This raised suspicions that due process was subverted to push the deal through. Third, the involvement of Delish Nguwaya – already infamous from Drax – and the open secret that President Mnangagwa’s sons had interest in the project (they reportedly traveled with Nguwaya to negotiate with Geogenix’s owner in Albania) gave the project the aura of personal profiteering by the politically powerful .

Civil society and residents’ associations were quick to oppose the project. The Harare Residents Trust noted that residents were not consulted at all, and that the deal “will result in the cash-strapped local authority being plundered” . Environmental experts also pointed out that no proper feasibility study or environmental impact assessment was presented – the council was simply directed by central government to accept Geogenix BV’s proposal . The contract’s financial burden threatened to severely curtail the city’s budget for other services, essentially binding Harare to a debt trap for decades .

Political Fallout and Outcome: When news of the Pomona contract details became public, it set off a political tug-of-war. The new opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) councillors, upon regaining control of Harare, suspended payments to Geogenix and sought to cancel the deal in June 2022, calling it grossly prejudicial to the city . The Minister of Local Government, July Moyo, however, insisted the deal was government-approved and “irreversible,” and at one point even tried to compel the City of Harare to budget millions to pay Geogenix, reportedly considering using devolution funds (central government transfers) to cover the fees if the council refused . This essentially pitted Ncube’s Treasury (which allocates devolution funds) and the Local Government Ministry against the City Council and residents. The issue reached Parliament as well: MPs grilled Minister Moyo about why such a “corrupt agreement” was forced on the city and why Parliament was not consulted . Opposition MP Tendai Biti went as far as asking why the government was paying $22k daily even after the council had terminated the contract .

Under intense pressure, by late 2022 the central government appeared to climb down: reports indicated the government stopped billing the City of Harare for the Pomona project, effectively putting the deal on hold . Geogenix’s operations were stalled and the dispute headed to the courts, with an ongoing lawsuit by MP Allan Markham seeking to nullify the contract on legal grounds . As of 2023, the Pomona waste-to-energy deal remains unresolved – a potent example of how an opaque deal with a politically connected middleman (Nguwaya) and a foreign company was nearly pushed through at great public cost, only to be checked by local democratic resistance and public outcry. For Minister Ncube, who would have overseen any payments, the Pomona saga highlighted the tensions between centralised deals and local accountability, and further cemented perceptions that under his watch, large projects too often serve elite interests at the expense of citizens.

Secret Loans and Collateral Deals (2019–2020)

Mthuli Ncube’s tenure has also been marked by controversial borrowing practices that drew criticism for their secrecy and for mortgaging national assets. Notably, in 2019 the Ministry of Finance secured a US$500 million loan from the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) under murky terms. The loan was ostensibly obtained to stabilize Zimbabwe’s volatile currency market (during the re-introduction of the Zimbabwean dollar), but it was not transparently disclosed to Parliament or the public as required by law .

Details and Controversy: Leaked information later revealed that Zimbabwe had pledged future platinum production as collateral for this Afreximbank loan . This means a portion of the country’s precious mineral export proceeds was committed to the lender. Such a guarantee of national resources should legally be approved by Parliament (per Section 300 of the Constitution), but Ncube’s ministry did not seek prior parliamentary approval . The loan only came to light when Ncube casually mentioned funds from “international banks” on social media, and Bloomberg News reported the platinum backing . This lack of transparency sparked alarm among lawmakers and civil society. It appeared to be a deliberate strategy to avoid scrutiny, as the government around that time was even proposing constitutional changes to remove the legislature’s oversight on foreign loans .

Opposition MP Allan Markham and the Community Water Alliance Trust took the matter to court in 2020, suing Ncube, the Reserve Bank, and Afreximbank for full disclosure . The lawsuit argued that by incurring such loans in secret, the executive was violating the Constitution and saddling citizens with debts without their knowledge or consent . In his response, Finance Secretary George Guvamatanga admitted that the $500m loan should have had Parliament’s approval, effectively conceding the breach, but he opposed nullifying the loan on grounds that it would breach contract obligations . This stance – acknowledge the illegality but keep the money anyway – did not sit well with transparency advocates.

Outcome: In a landmark judgment in December 2020, the High Court ruled in favor of the citizens on the transparency issue: Justice Happias Zhou ordered Minister Ncube to publish details of all loans and guarantees the government had entered into between January 2019 and December 2020 . Specifically, the Ministry of Finance was compelled to gazette the full Afreximbank loan agreement terms by January 2021 . This was a major victory for accountability. (The court, however, stopped short of cancelling the $500m facility, so the debt remained binding .)

Following the ruling, Ncube did release some information about various loans, although critics say many details (like collateral clauses) remained scant. The incident underscored “debt secrecy” as a form of bad governance . It also raised concern that Zimbabwe was mortgaging its future mineral wealth for short-term relief, potentially at unfavorable terms. Indeed, beyond this case, there have been other reports of opaque deals with Afreximbank and other lenders during Ncube’s term – for instance, additional facilities to finance fuel and grain imports, whose terms were never fully revealed. Each time, Parliament had to fight to get information.

For Mthuli Ncube, who initially defended the need for confidentiality to maintain creditor trust, the episode was a reputational blow. It painted his reformist image with a brush of old-fashioned non-transparency. Zimbabweans were reminded that even under new leadership, the Ministry of Finance was willing to trade national assets behind closed doors. The pushback from civil society and subsequent court-enforced transparency was a rare check on executive overreach in financial dealings. It set a precedent that even loans “endorsed” by Ncube must be exposed to public light – a principle that watchdogs continue to press, as government debt (now over $20 billion) grows partly due to such hidden arrangements.

Kuvimba Mining House and Tagwirei Asset Transfers (2020–2023)

In late 2020, Mthuli Ncube helped unveil a new entity called Kuvimba Mining House, presented as a vehicle for reviving Zimbabwe’s mining sector. Kuvimba was said to be majority-owned by the government (through a sovereign wealth fund and other state agencies) and holding a portfolio of lucrative mining assets – gold mines, nickel mines, and a stake in a platinum project. Ncube went so far as to tout Kuvimba as the answer to funding compensation for former white farmers, after Kuvimba declared a dividend of $5.2 million to the government in 2021 . However, almost immediately, questions arose about who really owned Kuvimba’s assets, and whether this was in fact a maneuver to launder or legitimize assets of Kudakwashe Tagwirei, who had recently come under US sanctions.

Involved Parties and Background: Many of the mines under Kuvimba had a murky ownership trail. Investigative reporting (Bloomberg, Financial Times, OCCRP, The Sentry) later revealed that Kuvimba’s assets were acquired from or through a Mauritius-based firm called Sotic International (and its Zimbabwean arm Landela), which was effectively Tagwirei’s investment vehicle . In early 2020, anticipating US sanctions, Tagwirei’s associates devised a “contingency plan” to restructure his holdings. This involved shifting mining assets into nominally state-controlled entities to obscure his involvement . Indeed, confidential communications obtained by reporters showed Tagwirei’s team moving shares of gold mines (Freda Rebecca), a nickel miner (Bindura Nickel Corp), and the Great Dyke Investments platinum venture into a new holding company eventually folded into Kuvimba . Essentially, Tagwirei’s private empire was partly rebaptized as ‘Kuvimba’.

The government’s line (mostly from Ncube) was that Kuvimba was 65% owned by the state and 35% by “private investors” whose identity was not disclosed . Skeptics pointed out the conflict: the government was claiming to own assets that months before were known to belong to Tagwirei’s companies. Ncube denied Tagwirei had any stake in Kuvimba, but refused to clearly identify all shareholders, citing a confidentiality agreement . This lack of clarity only fueled speculation that politically exposed persons were hiding behind Kuvimba’s corporate veil.

Nature of Controversy: The controversy has several layers. First, the origins of Kuvimba’s asset base appear to trace back to potentially corrupt or illicit transactions. For instance, one key asset, the Great Dyke Investments (GDI) platinum project, involved Tagwirei acquiring shares from former military-linked owners using millions of dollars he obtained by cashing out government TBills under questionable circumstances . If those assets end up in a “government” company without accounting for how they were paid for, it suggests the state is complicit in sanitizing dubious deals. Second, there’s the issue of the state possibly over-paying or assuming unknown liabilities to take over these mines. In 2023, it emerged that Zimbabwe’s new sovereign wealth vehicle (renamed Mutapa Investment Fund) borrowed a staggering US$1.9 billion to buy out the 35% private stake in Kuvimba – widely believed to essentially be Tagwirei’s remaining interest . Observers noted this valuation seemed inflated (implying Kuvimba as a whole being worth over $4.5 billion, which is hard to justify), raising the possibility of a massive payout to Tagwirei’s “mystery” partners for assets the government partly already controlled . Such a transaction would enrich those private holders (whoever they are) while the debt burden falls on the public.

Investigative voices have called this saga “state capture” in disguise – effectively the government entering joint ventures with a sanctioned tycoon and then buying him out with public funds. The Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) and The Sentry published evidence showing extensive connections between Tagwirei and Kuvimba, despite official denials . In one report, an insider bluntly stated that if Kuvimba acquired entities through Tagwirei’s shell companies, “it obtained them fraudulently and corruptly.” . This implies that the foundation of Kuvimba is tainted by the very corruption the government claims to be distancing itself from.

Outcome: As of 2023, the government asserts that Kuvimba (now under Mutapa Fund) is fully state-owned, after allegedly buying out private shareholders. This was intended to “erase all links with Kuda Tagwirei,” according to Africa Intelligence reporting . However, this outcome itself is controversial because of the secretive $1.9bn loan involved and questions on whether it was an arm’s-length transaction. Zimbabwe’s debt surged as a result . There has been no public audit of Kuvimba’s formation; Parliament was largely sidelined. The opposition and some economists have demanded an investigation, fearing that public money was used to bail out or handsomely reward politically connected insiders under the guise of nationalizing assets .

For Minister Ncube, the Kuvimba episode is a double-edged sword. On one hand, he can claim credit for innovative attempts to leverage mining for public benefit (Kuvimba did pay some dividends used for compensation programs). On the other hand, the opacity and strong whiff of nepotism/cronyism around Kuvimba’s ownership undermine the credibility of those efforts. It exemplifies a pattern where deals are struck with sanctioned or dubious entities with minimal disclosure, then later “regularized” in convoluted ways — leaving citizens unsure if the state is fighting corruption or enabling it. The full truth of Kuvimba’s formation may eventually come out, but meanwhile it stands as a controversial legacy of Ncube’s approach to public-private partnerships in mining.

RBZ Farm Mechanization Loan Write-Off (2020)

An additional controversy linked to Ncube’s tenure, though rooted in an earlier period, is the handling of the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Farm Mechanization Scheme debt. Between 2007 and 2008, the RBZ (under then-Governor Gideon Gono) gave out agricultural equipment like tractors and combine harvesters to politically connected individuals – mostly top officials and allies of the ruling party – under a loan scheme. These beneficiaries were supposed to repay the value of the equipment, but most never did, effectively receiving the assets for free. The issue stayed relatively quiet for years until mid-2020, when an opposition ex-MP published a list of beneficiaries (the “Gono List”), sparking public outrage over this opaque subsidy to the elite.

In July 2020, Finance Minister Ncube disclosed that the government had absorbed this RBZ debt as part of legacy obligations – meaning the outstanding loans (about US$1.4 billion) were put on the public ledger for taxpayers to foot . This revelation was startling: it confirmed that those well-connected farmers and officials who got equipment over a decade ago would never be made to pay, and instead the burden was passed to the ordinary citizen. Ncube’s statement, buried in budget documents, effectively endorsed the quiet write-off of loans to dozens of powerful individuals (including ministers, ex-Vice Presidents, judges, and relatives of top politicians).

Nature of the Controversy: The controversy centers on accountability and fairness. The Farm Mechanization Programme was essentially a huge freebie for the ruling class, done without parliamentary approval and kept off the books until Ncube’s move brought it to light. By legitimizing the debt assumption, Ncube was seen as condoning past corruption and patronage. Civil society groups and media commentators sharply criticized this outcome. They pointed out that while government often speaks of austerity and public sacrifice, it had quietly socialized a $1+ billion debt on behalf of a few hundred individuals who simply kept expensive farm equipment without paying a cent . Many called for those beneficiaries (often derogatorily termed “loan cheaters”) to be named and shamed – which the leaked list did – and to repay the value or face taxes on the windfall.

Ncube, however, defended the move as part of cleaning up RBZ’s balance sheet and moving forward. There was no serious effort under his ministry to recover the funds; instead, he argued that it was a legacy matter best put to rest. This stance was unpopular. The Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) and other watchdogs demanded an explanation for why taxpayers were “forced to pay huge amounts to settle illegally acquired debts” for the rich and connected . The episode fueled public anger on social media, with the hashtag #PayBackTheMoney trending as Zimbabweans learned that ministers, generals, and even former First Lady Grace Mugabe had gotten free farm equipment at their expense.

Outcome: Politically, the Farm Mechanization debt scandal further eroded trust in the government’s commitment to equality before the law. No beneficiary was ever compelled to reimburse the state. Instead, by writing off the loans, the government arguably normalized the impunity with which powerful figures had treated public funds. Some opposition politicians have vowed that a future administration will publish all names and pursue repayment, but under Ncube’s management of the Treasury, the matter was considered closed financially. In an editorial, one newspaper lamented that “the taxpayer is already footing the US$1.4 billion debt for the farm mechanisation programme which benefited mostly Zanu PF politicians, their families and acolytes.” This summary reflected public sentiment: that Zimbabwe’s citizens were punished with debt for the chefs’ benefit, and that Ncube’s Treasury had rubber-stamped it.

In summary, while not a “deal” in the traditional sense of a new project, the Farm Mechanization saga is instructive as a controversial decision under Ncube’s tenure that favored a connected few. It highlights how historic corruption was effectively excused and paid off using public resources, contributing to the narrative that under Mthuli Ncube’s stewardship, deals and decisions often protected political elites from accountability, even as he preached fiscal discipline to the nation.

From agricultural subsidies and public transport purchases to infrastructure contracts, waste management projects, secret loans, and mining takeovers, Mthuli Ncube’s term as Finance Minister has been replete with deals that courted controversy. Common threads run through these cases: lack of transparency, involvement of politically connected businessmen, disregard for standard procedures, and outcomes that privilege a few at the expense of the many. Each deal sparked public outcry – whether through parliamentary committees, investigative journalists, or civil society activism – indicating a persistent demand for accountability in Zimbabwe’s public finance management.

Ncube has often balanced a technocratic reformer’s rhetoric with the political realities of an administration riddled with patronage. In practice, this meant that even as he introduced some economic changes, he also presided over or approved arrangements that have been likened to “looting schemes” or described as corruption-plagued . The public and political reactions to these deals have ranged from protests and legal challenges to resignations and firings (as seen in the Drax case), but systemic change remains elusive.

In the end, the record from 2018 to date shows that many deals endorsed by Minister Ncube did not live up to principles of good governance. They have instead reinforced calls by observers that Zimbabwe needs stronger institutions to prevent abuse: from more robust procurement oversight and parliamentary control of borrowing, to protections for whistleblowers and independent investigations. As Zimbabwe moves forward, the legacy of these controversial deals serves as a cautionary tale — and a rallying point for those urging genuine transparency and accountability in how national projects and funds are managed.

Sources:

1. Xolisani Ncube, The Standard (Zimbabwe) – Mnangagwa’s cronies pocket millions from controversial input scheme 
2. The Sentry – Fronts, Fakes, and Façades (investigative report on Tagwirei’s network) 
3. Mduduzi Mathuthu, ZimLive – How Zimbabwe paid 2-week old company US$2m, sparking Interpol probe 
4. Lindie Whiz, ZimLive – Tagwirei’s Zupco bus deal in sharp focus as newspaper goes to court 
5. The Africa Report – Zimbabwe: Can Mnangagwa use corruption-plagued projects as electoral leverage? 
6. Harriet Chikandiwa, NewsDay – MPs grill minister over Pomona deal 
7. Frank Chikowore, FairPlanet – The foul waste-to-energy deal that could bankrupt Zimbabwe’s capital 
8. The Zimbabwean – High Court ruling compels Ncube to disclose all loans 
9. OCCRP – As U.S. Sanctions Loomed, a Tycoon ‘Mopped Up’ Zimbabwe’s … (investigation into Tagwirei/Kuvimba) 
10. NewsDay (via Zimbabwe Situation) – Editorial on farm mechanisation debt 

By Munacho Gwamanda-Former Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) Director-General Isaac Moyo, who was abruptly dismissed last year, was reportedly ousted due to his allegiance to disgruntled war veterans and army generals backing Vice President Constantino Chiwenga’s bid for the presidency, Zanu PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa has suggested.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa dismissed Moyo without notice in December last year, along with Fulton Mangwanya, former head of the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority.

Around the same time, Mnangagwa also retired Police Commissioner-General Godwin Matanga, replacing him with his deputy, Stephen Mutamba.

Mutsvangwa stated that these demotions were part of a calculated intelligence strategy to weaken Chiwenga and a faction of war veterans resisting Mnangagwa’s efforts to extend his rule beyond 2028.

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Mutsvangwa suggested that Mnangagwa’s systematic replacement of top security officials was intended to preempt a potential coup.

“These changes ensure that security institutions remain professional and committed to constitutional order,” Mutsvangwa said, hinting at deep-rooted factional battles within the ruling party.

Last week, Mnangagwa also demoted Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) Commander General Anselem Sanyatwe.

Mutsvangwa openly ridiculed the demotions, implying that Sanyatwe and other high-ranking security figures were purged for aligning with war veterans led by Blessed “Bombshell” Geza, a vocal critic of Mnangagwa who has been advocating for his removal.

Chiwenga, who played a crucial role in Mnangagwa’s rise to power, has seen his influence gradually eroded through strategic purges of his military allies.

Sanyatwe’s removal is particularly significant.

A close associate of Chiwenga, he was reassigned to a relatively low-profile role as Minister of Sports, replacing International Olympic Committee president-elect Kirsty Coventry.

His demotion underscores Mnangagwa’s broader strategy to diminish Chiwenga’s influence within the military and ensure that key positions are occupied by loyalists.

Mnangagwa’s abrupt reshuffling of Zimbabwe’s security leadership came amid escalating tensions within Zanu PF and growing fears of internal dissent ahead of the successfully planned and executed March 31 protests by disgruntled war veterans.

The veterans, led by Geza, have been vocal about corruption and economic mismanagement within the ruling party.

Mutsvangwa dismissed the dissenters as “power-hungry opportunists,” asserting that the new security leadership had “proven its loyalty to the President and the Constitution.”

However, analysts view the shake-up as a preemptive strike against potential coup attempts and a deliberate effort to consolidate Mnangagwa’s grip on power ahead of the 2028 elections.

Speculation is rife that Mnangagwa may seek a controversial third term, a move that would further deepen factional divisions within Zanu PF.

Chiwenga’s faction perceives Mnangagwa’s security reforms as an attempt to marginalize military power in favor of civilian control, effectively sidelining those who helped him ascend to the presidency in 2017.

President

Harare, Zimbabwe – April 3, 2025

By A Correspondent | In a move that has sent fresh shockwaves through Zimbabwe’s political landscape, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has fired another cabinet minister, even as his own position hangs in the balance amid growing calls for his removal from office.

According to an official press statement released today by the Office of the President and Cabinet, Mnangagwa has removed Sthembiso Gile Gladys Nyoni from her post as Minister of Environment, Climate and Wildlife, with immediate effect. The decision was made in terms of section 340(1)(f), read together with section 108(1)(a) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe.

The announcement was signed by Dr. M. Rushwaya, Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, and is dated April 3, 2025.

No official reason was given for Nyoni’s dismissal, but the move comes at a time when Mnangagwa himself is under intense political scrutiny. With factions within ZANU-PF reportedly mobilizing against him and growing public unrest over economic hardship and corruption scandals, speculation is rife that this firing may signal internal purges or attempts to reassert authority.

Nyoni, a veteran of Zimbabwean politics, previously served in various ministerial roles and was seen as a stabilizing figure within the cabinet. Her abrupt removal is likely to deepen uncertainty within the ruling elite and stir further intrigue about the president’s grip on power.

This marks yet another high-profile exit from Mnangagwa’s cabinet in recent months, raising questions about the coherence and stability of his administration as pressure mounts both from within the ruling party and from a restive population demanding reform.

Political analysts suggest the president may be attempting to consolidate power by removing ministers perceived to be disloyal or aligned with rival factions. However, with rumors of an impending vote of no confidence gaining traction, Mnangagwa’s political maneuvering may come too late to salvage his presidency.

This is a developing story. More details to follow.

By A Correspondent| Eight employees linked to Robert Mugabe International Airport, including two staff members from Zimbabwe’s National Handling Services (NHS), appeared in court this week over allegations of orchestrating the illegal transit of 23 Ethiopian nationals through Harare to Eswatini.

The accused—Gloria Chikukwa (27) and Ashley Zhaimu (27) of NHS, alongside immigration officers Vincent Shoshore (45)Gondoza Sunday (39), Terrence Mangwende (43),Innocent Tawanda Hamandishe (54), and security officials *Elliot Nhapi and Moses Tawanda Mutambai (29)—were remanded in custody by Harare magistrate Marewanazvo Gofa pending a bail hearing Thursday.

The National Handling Services (NHS), a key ground operations company at Zimbabwe’s major airports, faced scrutiny after its employees allegedly abused their positions to facilitate the smuggling scheme.

According to prosecutors, Chikukwa and Zhaimu—both NHS workers—reportedly escorted the Ethiopians through the airport’s restricted VIP route and concealed them overnight in the Vakacha Lounge, a premium facility reserved for dignitaries.

The Department of Immigration Control, led by Regional Immigration Officer Chakawuya Leslie, detailed how the group manipulated airport protocols.

“The accused wedged doors open with paper to bypass security checks, enabling unauthorised movement,” the court heard.

The operation unfolded over two days in March 2025. On March 15, five Ethiopians arrived on Ethiopian Airlines Flight ET 873 and were hidden by the accused. The following day, 19 more Ethiopians arrived on two additional flights (ET 873 and ET 34). Prosecutors allege NHS staff and immigration officials collaborated to falsify manifests, listing the Ethiopians as Russians, Turks, Indians, and Malawiansto evade detection.

By evening, all 23 individuals boarded Eswatini Airlines Flight RN401 to Manzini. The scheme unraveled when Eswatini authorities discovered the passengers lacked valid transit visas. Subsequent investigations exposed the falsified documents and implicated the Zimbabwean officials.

UK Sponsorship Scheme Exposed as Candidates Left Waiting in Multi-Thousand Pound Scam

By A Correspondent ● | ZimEye | London, March 21, 2025 — A damning exposé has revealed shocking mismanagement and scam in a UK-based sponsorship scheme, leaving dozens of international job seekers stranded after paying thousands of pounds for Certificates of Sponsorship (COS) that were never delivered.

At the center of the controversy is Emma Walker, a registered NHS nurse and recruiter who has been implicated in a chaotic web of fake papers, contradictions, failed verifications, and financial irregularities. Meeting minutes from a critical discussion on February 25th reveal an alarming picture of negligence and disarray affecting over 50 candidates, many of whom have been waiting since mid-2024 for services that were promised within six months.

A Program Mired in Contradictions

Walker admitted during the meeting that two COS documents lacked certificate numbers and were provided via videos supposedly showing their issuance on a portal. However, under sustained questioning, she conceded that no checks were made with the Home Office to verify the authenticity of these documents.

Despite claiming to have “performed thorough checks,” Walker repeatedly asked for basic verification information, including the Home Office contact details — exposing an absence of due diligence in a system where candidates pay thousands for UK work opportunities.

Mounting Red Flags

The program, originally marketed as a streamlined six-month pathway to employment, has now extended to nearly 10 months for many. More troubling, the justification for delays — such as a “mandatory” training requirement before COS issuance — was debunked by industry experts as not being a legal prerequisite for certificate allocation.

In another alarming contradiction, Walker offered refunds to affected agents while still insisting during the meeting that she was unaware of the documents being counterfeit — raising serious questions about prior knowledge and transparency.

Financial Exploitation

Evidence reveals that candidates were charged up to £4,000 each, with Walker’s organization allegedly pocketing £1,000 per individual while agents retained the remainder. However, no clear communication was made to the candidates about this split, contributing to widespread confusion and dissatisfaction.

International candidates, including many from Africa and Asia, were promised one-month turnaround times for COS issuance. Yet some have now been waiting up to five months, with no concrete progress — fueling suspicions of systemic failure or worse, deliberate deception.

Industry Reaction

“This is textbook negligence,” said a veteran investigative journalist specializing in immigration scams. “Basic verification steps were ignored. Instead, candidates were given excuses and left hanging for months, despite having paid large sums.”

ZimEye also noted that Walker’s reliance on unverifiable videos instead of using standard Home Office verification procedures shows a reckless disregard for best practices.

Refund Promises Amid Fallout

Walker has now promised refunds within seven days after intense pressure from ZimEye and affected parties. However, there is growing skepticism in the community. Many candidates fear that their hard-earned money will not be fully recovered, given the multiple intermediaries involved and Walker’s shifting explanations.

Community advocates have called on authorities to investigate the scheme, citing concerns that this could be part of a larger pattern of exploitation targeting vulnerable job seekers abroad.

What’s Next?

While Walker has agreed to return funds to her clients, there is still uncertainty surrounding the total number of candidates affected and whether full accountability will be enforced.

As this story develops, the spotlight now shifts to both UK regulators and the Home Office to address mounting calls for tighter oversight of sponsorship schemes and recruitment practices that prey on foreign workers desperate for employment.

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By A Correspondent

War veteran Blessed Geza says there is no going back on the removal of Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa.

In a statement on Wednesday night, Geza spoke of Mnangagwa’s impeachment.

” We have to stand united. Mnangagwa is now incapacitated and therefore there are several reasons for impeaching him.

Vultures around him are now running the country,” said Geza.

By A Correspondent

At a Zanu PF event in Glen View South on Wednesday, Daniel Garwe, a close ally of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, issued a strong warning to war veteran Blessed Geza, labeling him a “bogus war veteran” and a “puppet.”

Garwe expressed his frustration, stating, “Why are you hiding in South Africa? We will expose Geza’s handlers very soon.

We know there are people who are sending him. Geza, Kasukuwere, and Nyokayemabhunu, we know what you are up to, but you will not succeed.”

He further emphasized Zanu PF’s resolve, adding, “We are ready to defend Mnangagwa and that I can assure you.” Garwe’s comments are part of a broader political tension as the party prepares for the upcoming by-election and ongoing internal power struggles.

Geza has boldly challenged Mr. Emmerson Mnangagwa’s third-term agenda. He is spearheading calls for Mnangagwa’s resignation, citing concerns over corruption, the gross mismanagement of the economy, and rampant looting. His criticisms have made him a prominent figure in opposition circles, and his actions are seen as a direct challenge to Mnangagwa’s leadership.

By A Correspondent

Mr. Emmerson Mnangagwa’s Zanu PF party is targeting victory in the upcoming April 12 by-election in Glen View South, employing what many view as a clear vote-buying strategy.

On Wednesday, Mr. Mnangagwa’s special advisor, Paul Tungwarara, announced a substantial cash offer of USD 200,000 to the constituency.

Zanu PF stated in a press release, “Today ZANU PF National Political Commissar Munyaradzi Machacha is in Glen View South to drum up support for the Party’s candidate Tsitsi Tawomhera. Machacha handed over a borehole at Glen View 3 shops that was drilled under the Presidential Borehole Drilling Scheme initiated by President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa.”

Accompanying Machacha during the visit were Harare Provincial Minister Tavengwa, Presidential Advisor Dr. Tungwarara, and several senior party officials from the Harare province. The statement continued, “President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, through his Special Advisor Paul Tungwarara, announced a USD 200,000 Presidential revolving fund earmarked for Glen View South Constituency.”

This move is seen by critics as an attempt to sway voters with financial incentives and public infrastructure projects in the lead-up to the election.

By A Correspondent

War veteran Blessed Geza says there is no going back on the removal of Mr Emmerson Mnangagwa.

In a statement on Wednesday night, Geza spoke of Mnangagwa’s impeachment.

” We have to stand united. Mnangagwa is now incapacitated and therefore there are several reasons for impeaching him.

Vultures around him are now running the country,” said Geza.

By A Correspondent

ZANU PF’s National Political Commissar, Munyaradzi Machacha, has asserted that the ruling party is committed to serving the people, despite the ongoing crisis in Zimbabwe. Machacha made these remarks while addressing residents of Glenview South, where he encouraged them to turn out in large numbers to vote for the party’s candidate, Tsitsi Taomhera, in the upcoming by-election on April 12.

In his speech, Machacha emphasized that “ZANU PF’s policies, since 1980, have been focused on empowering the people of Zimbabwe.” His statement comes amid widespread criticism of the government’s handling of the country’s economic and political challenges.

By Munacho Gwamanda–The forced retirement of Police Commissioner-General (CG) Godwin Matanga by President Emmerson Mnangagwa was a calculated intelligence move to weaken Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and a faction of war veterans resisting Mnangagwa’s bid to extend his rule beyond 2028, a senior Zanu PF official has revealed.

Matanga was retired at the end of last year and replaced by his Deputy Commissioner-General (DCG) Stephen Mutamba.

His dismissal forms part of a broader shake-up in the security sector orchestrated by Mnangagwa to consolidate his power and neutralize potential threats.

Zanu PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa told reporters on Tuesday that Mnangagwa’s systematic replacement of security service chiefs was designed to block a potential coup.

“These changes ensure that security institutions remain professional and committed to constitutional order,” Mutsvangwa said, hinting at deep-seated factional struggles within the ruling party.

Mnangagwa’s security shake-up has not been limited to the police. 

The president also removed the head of the Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) and, last week, demoted Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) Commander General Anselem Sanyatwe. 

Mutsvangwa openly ridiculed the demotions, implying that Sanyatwe and other high-ranking security figures were purgedfor aligning with war veterans led by Blessed “Bombshell” Geza, a vocal critic of Mnangagwa who has been pushing for his ouster.

During a farewell ceremony in Harare in January, Matanga sought to dispel speculation surrounding his retirement.

“May I take this opportunity to clarify the incorrect position peddled in the media regarding my retirement? I was properly served by the President of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr. Mnangagwa, at a time when my retirement was due. I am content with the contribution and service I gave to the country,” Matanga stated.

He acknowledged the challenges faced by the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), including resource constraints, skills flight, and the impact of sanctions. 

Despite his removal, he expressed confidence in his successor, Stephen Mutamba, saying he was “more than capable of steering the ship forward.”

Matanga’s tenure as police chief has been contentious. 

Appointed in 2018 following Robert Mugabe’s ouster in the 2017 military coup, he was seen as a Mnangagwa loyalist.

However, his role within the security apparatus became increasingly complicated as internal Zanu PF tensions escalated.

Last October, Mnangagwa dismissed the head of the ZRP’s paramilitary Support Unit, with reports indicating it was another forced retirement. Two deputies from the unit were also reassigned to ZRP headquarters in Harare. 

Insiders suggest these changes stemmed from ongoing power struggles, as the police had become entangled in factional disputes between Mnangagwa’s allies and those aligned with Chiwenga.

Nicknamed the “Black Boots,” the ZRP Support Unit, headquartered at Chikurubi with bases in Bulawayo, Zvishavane, and Changadzi, evolved into a heavily militarized force under Matanga’s command. 

Initially responsible for crowd control, disaster response, and border patrols, the unit became notorious for suppressing protests, especially during election periods. 

Under Mnangagwa, its role diminished as the military assumed greater control over internal security, particularly after the violent crackdown on post-election protests in 2018 that resulted in six civilian deaths.

Matanga’s removal is an episode in the ongoing rivalry between Mnangagwa and Chiwenga, a battle that has shaped Zimbabwean politics since the 2017 coup. 

Chiwenga, who played a pivotal role in Mnangagwa’s rise to power, has seen his influence gradually eroded through strategic purges of his military allies.

Sanyatwe’s removal is particularly significant. A close ally of Chiwenga, he was reassigned to a relatively low-profile role as Minister of Sports, replacing International Olympic Committee president-elect Kirsty Coventry. 

His demotion underscores Mnangagwa’s broader strategy to diminish Chiwenga’s influence in the military and ensure that key positions are filled with loyalists.

Mnangagwa’s abrupt reshuffling of Zimbabwe’s security leadership came amid escalating tensions within Zanu PF and fears of internal dissent ahead of the successifuly planed and managed March 31 protests by disgruntled war veterans.

The veterans, led by Geza, have been vocal about corruption and economic mismanagement within the ruling party.

Mutsvangwa

, dismissed the dissenters as “power-hungry opportunists,” asserting that the new security leadership had

“proven its loyalty to the President and the Constitution.” However, analysts view the shake-up as a preemptive strike against potential coup attempts and a deliberate effort to secure Mnangagwa’s grip on power ahead of the 2028 elections.

Speculation is rife that Mnangagwa may seek a controversial third term, a move that would further deepen factional divisions within Zanu PF. 

Chiwenga’s faction perceives Mnangagwa’s security reforms as an attempt to marginalize military power in favor of civilian control, effectively sidelining those who helped him ascend to the presidency in 2017.

By Munacho Gwamanda- Zanu PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa has revealed that President Mnangagwa fired the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) Commander General Anselem Sanyatwe for allegedly conspiring with war veterans, led by Blessed “Bombshell” Geza, to topple him. 

While Mutsvangwa avoided naming Sanyatwe directly, his comments strongly suggested that senior military figures had been plotting against Mnangagwa’s leadership.

Sanyatwe, a key Chiwenga ally, was swiftly replaced by Lieutenant General Emmanuel Matatu and reassigned as Minister of Sports—an appointment widely viewed as a humiliating demotion.

This sudden military shake-up is part of Mnangagwa’s broader strategy to neutralize perceived threats within the security sector, particularly those linked to Chiwenga

The removal of Sanyatwe marks the latest escalation in the long-running political chess game between Mnangagwa and his deputy Constantino Chiwenga.

The tensions between Mnangagwa and Chiwenga date back to the 2017 coup that ousted Robert Mugabe.

Chiwenga, as then-Army Commander, played a decisive role in bringing Mnangagwa to power. 

However, their alliance quickly soured as Mnangagwa moved to sideline his deputy, systematically purging military figures loyal to Chiwenga.

Since 2018, Mnangagwa has:

• Replaced Police Commissioner-General Godwin Matanga with Stephen Mutamba.
• Appointed ex-Parks boss Fulton Mangwanya as Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) Director, replacing Isaac Moyo.
• Now, removed Sanyatwe, further dismantling Chiwenga’s military network.

The pattern is clear—Mnangagwa is reshaping Zimbabwe’s security apparatus, ensuring that only his most trusted loyalists remain in key positions.

Speculation is rife that Mnangagwa may seek an unconstitutional third term in 2028, a move that Chiwenga’s faction vehemently opposes. 

Analysts view the latest security shake-up as an attempt to crush any opposition before it gains momentum.

The power struggle has spilled into the ranks of war veterans, with Chiwenga’s allies, including Geza, organizing protests against Mnangagwa’s rule.

Mutsvangwa dismissed these protests as “opportunistic,” signaling that Mnangagwa’s camp is determined to stamp out dissent.

By A Correspondent

In a move that further burdens Zimbabwe’s already struggling citizens, President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s government has pushed forward a controversial bill requiring mandatory radio license payments for motor vehicles.

The Broadcasting Services Amendment Bill, which passed through the Senate without amendments, has sparked intense public outcry.

Motorists are particularly furious about the new requirement, which adds to the list of financial demands on a population already grappling with high costs of living. “How can they impose yet another license on us when we can barely afford the basics?” one angry motorist exclaimed. “This government just keeps finding ways to drain our pockets dry.”

Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, defended the bill, stating that it was necessary to improve the quality of broadcasting services and support content creators.

“There has always been mandatory payment of licenses, but now we are amplifying this requirement to improve quality and adequately compensate content creators,” he explained.

However, the reaction from the public has been one of frustration and confusion. “I have two cars, so now I’m expected to pay a separate license for each? How is this fair?” a driver fumed. Many motorists are questioning the fairness of the new fee structure, especially for those who own multiple vehicles.

In addition to the radio license issue, Dr. Muswere provided an update on the government’s ongoing efforts to digitize the country’s broadcasting services. However, many citizens remain skeptical of the government’s promises, questioning whether these initiatives will actually benefit the average Zimbabwean. “They keep talking about digitization, but will it really make a difference to us? All we want is to live without being charged for every little thing,” said another frustrated motorist.

With the Broadcasting Services Amendment Bill having already passed both the National Assembly and Senate, it is now poised to be reviewed by the Parliamentary Legal Committee before being sent to President Mnangagwa for final approval. As the bill nears the final stages of becoming law, the public remains deeply divided over its necessity and its potential to worsen their already strained financial situations.

By A Correspondent| Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition, in collaboration with Magamba Network and WELEAD Trust on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 hosted an online discussion under the topic, “Power and Constitutionalism in Zimbabwe: The masses or the ruling elite?”.

The discussion is part of efforts aimed at mobilising citizens to defend the constitution and promote a culture of constitutionalism in Zimbabwe especially in light of the continued mutilation of the constitution by the ruling elite.

The Coalition has launched a grassroots campaign that seeks to strengthen citizen agency in promoting constitutionalism a d to defend the democratic space in Zimbabwe.

The campaign is in light of the apparent efforts by Zimbabwe’s ruling party, ZANU PF to amend the constitution and extend President Emmerson Mnangwagwa’s term of office beyond 2028.

The Coalition is on record that these amendments to the Constitution are simply meant to entrench authoritarian rule and are a push by a group of self-serving politicians.

Panelists at the online discussion included social justice activist, Tendai Reuben Mbofana and pro-democracy activist, Tapiwanashe Chiriga.

The discussion noted how the constitution of Zimbabwe continues to be mutilated for selfish political gains with the ruling elite making deliberate efforts to weaken Chapter 12 institutions which were established to promote democracy in Zimbabwe.

The panelists also noted that the move to extend President Mnangagwa’s term beyond 2028 poses a major threat to the constitution of Zimbabwe hence the need for a broad based (grassroots based) movement to protect the country’s supreme law.

Community mobilisation was identified as key in mobilising citizens to push for a culture of.constitutionalism and respect of the constitution of Zimbabwe.

Engaging Zimbabweans in the diaspora and regional solidarity partners was also identified as key.

It also came out during the meeting that there is need to exhaust peaceful channels as guaranteed under the constitution to push for implementation and respect of the supreme law.

The Coalition reiterates it’s commitment to mobilising grassroots communities to push for respect of the constitution while resisting entrenchment of authoritarian rule through mutilation of the country’s supreme law.

Strengthening citizen agency remains a key aspect in this regard and The Coalition shall continue to leverage on its Constitutional Hubs established across the country.

By A Correspondent | ZimEye | ONE of the armed robbers who robbed controversial businessman Wicknel Chivayo’s inlaws of US$74 000 has been slapped with a 60 year jail term.

Bigboy Nampungo pleaded guilty to the allegations as such did not go for trial.

Magistrate Jesse Kufa howfar slashed half of his sentence on conditionally him to serve 30 years effective.

There were six complainants in the case building up six counts.

The breakdown of the counts was a s follows

Sentence
Count 1- 10yrs imprisonment
Count 2-10 yrs imprisonment
Count 3-10yrs imprisonment
Count 4-10yrs imprisonment
Count 5-10yrs imprisonment
Count 6-10yrs imprisonment.
Count 1 and 2 to run concurrently 10yrs imprisonment
Count 3and 4 to run concurrently 10yrs imprisonment
Count 5and 6 to run concurrently 10yrs imprisonment
Totallying to 30 yrs imprisonment effective.

Nampungo’s collegues, Garikai Shangwa, Temptation Dinhidza, Arnold Tafirei, Tawanda Mushayatu and Mike Mhaka, Maramba Vhiya and Takudzwa Maisvoreva are denying the allegations.

By A Correspondent

In a controversial statement on Tuesday, Zimbabwe’s government spokesperson, Nick Mangwana, made headlines by mocking the suffering of ordinary Zimbabweans and praising President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s resilience.

Mangwana, who often defends the government’s actions, posted a statement on social media that has sparked outrage among critics, especially those suffering under the current economic and political climate.

In his post on X (formerly Twitter), Mangwana claimed that President Mnangagwa was “invincible” and took aim at those who had attempted to challenge his leadership.

“ED HAANA KUCHIPA” (ED is unshaken), Mangwana wrote, highlighting several instances where opposition figures or groups had failed to bring about political change.

He continued, “•They threatened to upend the constitutional order – ED’s still in charge ✅
•They told you 31 March was the D-Day – they flopped ❌
•Vakati tichamhanya – tichipo ❌
The pseudo-revolution flopped.”

Mangwana’s comments were seen by many as a direct dismissal of the serious challenges facing Zimbabweans today. His apparent “celebration” of the country’s political situation, which has seen widespread poverty, unemployment, and a deteriorating economy, has sparked outrage, particularly among critics of Mnangagwa’s administration.

In a country where inflation has skyrocketed, basic goods are scarce, and many citizens struggle to make ends meet, the tone of Mangwana’s message has been deemed insensitive by many Zimbabweans. One social media user responded, “While people are suffering every day, Mangwana is mocking them. This is the kind of leadership that has no empathy for its people.”

Opposition figures have also seized on Mangwana’s comments, accusing the government of turning a blind eye to the suffering of its citizens. “How can Mangwana celebrate while our people are living in abject poverty? This is a government that has no connection with the reality of its people,” said one political analyst.

While Mangwana’s remarks were clearly intended to reinforce the government’s position, they have instead drawn widespread condemnation for their lack of sensitivity to the harsh economic conditions many Zimbabweans are enduring.

By A Correspondent

Dynamic opposition leader, Nelson Chamisa, has once again directed his criticism at President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s government, highlighting what he refers to as a “leadership crisis” in Zimbabwe. In the face of accusations that he has betrayed the people’s struggle, Chamisa has firmly rejected the claims, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to the cause of change and a brighter future for the nation.

In a powerful message posted on social media this Wednesday, Chamisa asserted that true leadership is driven by love and dedication to the people, not by emotions or hatred. He wrote, “TRUE LEADERS can’t be run by hate and emotions! True leaders are run by genuine love, equanimity and authentic loyalty. Have a blessed day!”

Chamisa’s statement comes at a time when criticism of his leadership has been mounting. Detractors have accused him of not living up to the high expectations placed upon him by Zimbabweans, especially in terms of leading the opposition effectively. Despite these challenges, Chamisa has remained resolute, reaffirming that his primary focus remains the people and the vision for a transformed Zimbabwe.

Chamisa did not shy away from addressing the pressing issues facing the country, particularly the widespread suffering of its citizens under the Mnangagwa administration. He pointed out the worsening economic conditions and the increasing erosion of fundamental freedoms, stressing that these are signs of a government that has failed to serve its people. “This government has tormented its citizens for far too long. It’s time for change. People deserve better than what they are getting,” Chamisa declared.

The opposition leader’s remarks are seen as part of his broader strategy to rally support ahead of the upcoming elections. Chamisa has consistently emphasized the need for leadership change to address the country’s ongoing economic struggles and human rights violations.

His message has resonated with many Zimbabweans who continue to endure hardship under the current government. “Chamisa is speaking the truth. We are suffering every day under this government. We need someone who genuinely cares for the people and not just for their own interests,” one concerned citizen remarked.

As Zimbabwe’s political tensions continue to rise, Chamisa’s comments reflect the widening rift within the country’s leadership and the increasing calls for accountability and reform. With the political climate in flux, the next few months will be crucial in determining whether Chamisa’s calls for change can gain the momentum needed to challenge Mnangagwa’s rule effectively.

By A Correspondent

In a bold and highly controversial statement, government spokesperson, Nick Mangwana, asserted that President Emmerson Mnangagwa is “invincible,” dismissing the growing calls for leadership change as futile attempts.

Mangwana’s remarks, made on social media, have provoked strong reactions, particularly from citizens facing economic hardship and political unrest.

Mangwana, known for his defence of the ruling party’s actions, took to X (formerly Twitter) to mock those who had predicted the downfall of Mnangagwa’s administration.

“ED HAANA KUCHIPA” (ED is unshaken), Mangwana declared, emphasizing the president’s ability to withstand challenges.

In his post, Mangwana outlined several instances where opposition efforts to disrupt the political order had failed. “They threatened to upend the constitutional order – ED’s still in charge ✅

• They told you 31 March was the D-Day – they flopped ❌
• Vakati tichamhanya – tichipo ❌
  The pseudo-revolution flopped.”

These comments come at a time when Zimbabweans are grappling with inflation, food shortages, and a floundering economy. Mangwana’s statement, which many interpreted as a celebration of the government’s unchallenged grip on power, has been criticized for disregarding the struggles of ordinary citizens.

The government’s rhetoric has sharply contrasted with the harsh realities on the ground, where unemployment remains high, poverty deepens, and basic goods are increasingly out of reach for many. One frustrated citizen wrote in response, “Nick Mangwana can boast all he wants about ED’s strength, but our people are suffering, and no one is paying attention to that.”

Opposition figures quickly seized on Mangwana’s remarks, accusing the government of being out of touch with the needs of Zimbabweans. “This is a government that’s completely disconnected from the pain and struggles of its people,” said a spokesperson for the opposition. “Instead of offering solutions to the crisis, Mangwana mocks the citizens who are desperately fighting for their survival.”

The criticism of Mangwana’s statement is part of a wider backlash against a government that many believe is unable or unwilling to address the dire economic conditions facing Zimbabweans. As protests and calls for reform continue to grow, Mangwana’s comments seem only to deepen the divide between the ruling government and the citizens it is meant to serve.

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.

By A Correspondent

In a move that further burdens Zimbabwe’s already struggling citizens, President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s government has pushed forward a controversial bill requiring mandatory radio license payments for motor vehicles.

The Broadcasting Services Amendment Bill, which passed through the Senate without amendments, has sparked intense public outcry.

Motorists are particularly furious about the new requirement, which adds to the list of financial demands on a population already grappling with high costs of living. “How can they impose yet another license on us when we can barely afford the basics?” one angry motorist exclaimed. “This government just keeps finding ways to drain our pockets dry.”

Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, defended the bill, stating that it was necessary to improve the quality of broadcasting services and support content creators.

“There has always been mandatory payment of licenses, but now we are amplifying this requirement to improve quality and adequately compensate content creators,” he explained.

However, the reaction from the public has been one of frustration and confusion. “I have two cars, so now I’m expected to pay a separate license for each? How is this fair?” a driver fumed. Many motorists are questioning the fairness of the new fee structure, especially for those who own multiple vehicles.

In addition to the radio license issue, Dr. Muswere provided an update on the government’s ongoing efforts to digitize the country’s broadcasting services. However, many citizens remain skeptical of the government’s promises, questioning whether these initiatives will actually benefit the average Zimbabwean. “They keep talking about digitization, but will it really make a difference to us? All we want is to live without being charged for every little thing,” said another frustrated motorist.

With the Broadcasting Services Amendment Bill having already passed both the National Assembly and Senate, it is now poised to be reviewed by the Parliamentary Legal Committee before being sent to President Mnangagwa for final approval. As the bill nears the final stages of becoming law, the public remains deeply divided over its necessity and its potential to worsen their already strained financial situations.

Police Arrest Three Men in Connection With Murder of Officer and Armed Robbery Spree in Bulawayo

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe – 2 April 2025

By A Correspondent | ZimEye | The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed the arrest of three suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of a police officer and a series of armed robberies that terrorized Bulawayo over the past year.

According to a statement issued by ZRP today, Mandlenkosi Albert Munangati (26), Clifford Desmond Nare (33), and Thabo Dube (24) have been apprehended in relation to the murder of Sergeant Abel Masava. The officer was gunned down in Sizinda, Bulawayo, at approximately 0030 hours on 28 March 2025.

Police recovered the firearm used in the officer’s killing and linked the suspects to a spate of armed robberies in the city, stretching from 22 April 2024 to 28 March 2025.

A breakthrough came on 30 March 2025 when detectives tracked a Honda Fit vehicle, registration AGG 8380, believed to be connected to the crimes. Munangati was apprehended and subsequently implicated his co-accused. The operation led to the seizure of five weapons, including a National Browning pistol, a Blow F92 blank pellet gun, a 12GA long rifle, a Vizor pistol, a shotgun, and a sword.

Two additional suspects, Sipho Ncube (24) and Dumisani Ndlovu (32), attempted to flee and engaged in a shootout with detectives along Harrow Road.

Police say investigations are ongoing, and more details will be released in due course.

This is a developing story.

By A Correspondent

A devastating road traffic accident occurred on March 30, 2025, at approximately 1650 hours, along the Harare-Chirundu Road, claiming the lives of three foreign nationals and leaving 15 others injured.

According to the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), the accident involved a bus from Malawi carrying 119 passengers. The driver, in an attempt to avoid a collision with a breakdown recovery truck towing another truck involved in a prior accident, lost control of the bus.

The bus veered off the road, overturned, and landed on its left side, resulting in the tragic loss of life and multiple injuries.

The ZRP confirmed the incident, stating, “Three foreign nationals were killed while 15 others were injured… The driver had allegedly tried to avoid a collision with a breakdown recovery truck.”

Investigations into the accident are ongoing.

By A Correspondent

A disturbing incident of domestic violence has led to the arrest of a 42-year-old Redcliff man, who allegedly stabbed his girlfriend multiple times with a kitchen knife.

The altercation occurred on March 24, 2025, when the victim accused her partner of taking her SIM card. The situation escalated, resulting in the man attacking his girlfriend, who suffered stab wounds to her arm and neck.

The victim is currently hospitalized, recovering from her injuries.

The accused appeared at Kwekwe Magistrates’ Court and is scheduled to return on April 3, 2025, to face charges of domestic violence.

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of domestic violence and the importance of seeking help when needed.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s CIO Kingmaker and Prophet Andrew Wutaunashe is on a LIVE broadcast right now launching an emergency prayer and fasting program for God to roll back what he calls the Geza waters, an event he says has to happen “before the walls of Jericho are brought down” | As always, the ZimEye news supplies another LIVE broadcast of secret meetings among Mnangagwa’s close mafia clique | 1 AUG 2018, AUXILLIA MNANGAGWA LIVE (2022), OPPAH MUCHINGURI (2022), GOLDMAFIA DOCUMENTARY, BANYURE GATWICK AIRPORT HACKING (2024) .

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By A Correspondent | ZimEye | 98 individuals are set to remain in custody following their arrest on accusations of organising protests against President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Monday.

The group has been remanded until April 10 for a decision on their bail application.

They face charges of participating in a gathering intended to incite public violence.

They appeared before provincial magistrate Isheunesu Matova and provincial magistrate Ruth Moyo.

The three who appeared before Moyo were apprehended at the CoppaCabana bus terminus, while the others were taken into custody at Robert Mugabe Square.

Prosecutors are opposed to bail.

Both parties are expected to submit written arguments regarding bail, with the ruling scheduled for April 10.

According to the State, on March 31, 2025, at approximately 09:20 hours, the accused gathered at Robert Mugabe Square, commonly referred to as Freedom Square in Harare, with the intention of marching through the streets of the city.

Prosecutors claim that the group also aimed to proceed “to the State House of Zimbabwe and forcibly remove the Constitutionally elected President Emmerson Mnangagwa.”

“The accused were making their vows of removing the President saying, ‘enough is enough, Mnangagwa must go, ED must go nezvigananda zvake. Madzibaba veshanduko huyai mutitungamirire, comrade Geza huyai mutitungamirire’ and whistled.

Police deployed for maintenance of order observed about two hundred 200 people gathered and approached the group.

“The accused pilled stones, bricks and tyres along Robert Mugabe road. They threw stones towards the police officers whilst singing Hatidi zvekupihwa order nemasasikamu.”

They also took themselves pictures and videos which they posted on various social media platforms.

“The accused one (1) to 94 were arrested at the crime scene while accused number 95 was arrested at his residence through identification from circulating pictures and videos,” the State alleges.- ZimEye

By Munacho Gwamanda-Senior Zimbabwe Republic Police officers throughout the country Monday backed the national shutdown that paralyzed the country by reportedly instructing their juniors to refrain from beating protesters.

Sources within the ZRP top brass told ZimEye that they have learned from the 2017 coup that Zanu PF factionalism can cost them their jobs, hence their reluctance to take sides in the current political turmoil.

A senior police officer (chief Superintendent) based in Mutare said they warned junior officers that if they used excessive force on protesters, they would be held individually accountable should victims file complaints against them.

“We have seen this before—if you side with any of the warring factions within the ruling party, you will be exposed when they eventually resolve their issues, and no one will protect you. So, we have advised our juniors accordingly,” he said.

Another top police officer in Bulawayo, (Commissioner) who is also a war veteran, echoed similar sentiments.

“We told officers to maintain peace and protect property, not to beat up anyone, as doing so will have consequences after the protests. In fact, we do not even know how the protests will end or who will emerge victorious in this political battle,” he said.

A Chief Superintendent based in Chinhoyi also emphasized the importance of neutrality.

“We reminded our officers that these are politically motivated protests with politicians fighting each other—not the police fighting the people. So, we told them to refrain from attacking innocent citizens and instead ensure there are no injuries, theft, or vandalism. We are happy that our officers here did not use excessive force,” he said.

Despite this internal resistance, police have intensified patrols in towns and cities following a nationwide shutdown triggered by national protests called by war veteran and former Zanu PF central committee member Blessed Geza.

The government’s reaction underscores President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s growing fears of public unrest spiraling out of control, reminiscent of the events that led to Robert Mugabe’s ouster in 2017.

On Monday, Harare police fired teargas canisters to disperse protesters, forcing them to flee into nearby streets.

Demonstrators clashed with security forces in running battles, highlighting the growing tension in the country.

The protest effectively shut down major cities, with businesses closed and learners staying home, testifying to its success.

The shutdown was most visible in Harare, Bulawayo, Mutare, Gweru, Masvingo, and Chinhoyi, where a heavy police presence underscored the government’s nervousness.

In Harare, anti-riot police violently dispersed protesters near the Harare Magistrates’ Court, firing teargas and engaging in skirmishes with demonstrators who retaliated by hurling stones.

Similar scenes played out in Mutare and Gweru, where students who showed up for school were turned away as teachers failed to report for duty. 

Some schools in Harare were forced to cancel examinations due to the low turnout.

Despite the evident disruption, government officials downplayed the protest. 

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) dismissed the demonstrations as insignificant, blaming “a few rogue elements” for the unrest.

“The ZRP reiterates that the situation in Harare CBD is normal and calm, including at Robert Mugabe Square, where some social media sites are falsely claiming that there are people barricading roads with stones,” police posted on X (formerly Twitter).

“This is not correct. The public should ignore calls by individuals and syndicates through some social media sites to engage in unlawful public gathering activities. The police warn social media sites against the circulation of old videos to cause alarm and despondency in the country.”

However, opposition figures and civil society groups declared the protest a success, arguing that the deserted streets sent a strong message to authorities.

The government’s panicked response, with heightened security measures and dismissive rhetoric, reveals its deep-seated fears of an uprising similar to the 2017 coup that toppled Mugabe.

With growing public discontent and worsening economic conditions, Mnangagwa’s administration remains on edge, wary of any signs of a rebellion within the ruling party or the general populace.

By Munacho Gwamanda–Zanu PF Member of Parliament for Insiza North, Farai Taruvinga has died.

He was 53.

Taruvinga succumbed to cancer earlier this week at his family home in Hillside, Bulawayo.

The party’s Matabeleland South Provincial chairman, Mangaliso Ndlovu, confirmed his passing.

“I can confirm that we have lost the Member of the National Assembly for Insiza North. He had been unwell for some time,” said Ndlovu.

A close friend of the late legislator, Sifiso ‘Mafifi’ Mpofu, said Taruvinga had been battling high-grade sarcoma cancer.

“He passed on around 8 AM at his home in Hillside, Bulawayo. He had been fighting the disease for some time,” Mpofu said.

He added that more details regarding funeral arrangements would be shared by the family in due course.

Taruvinga was serving his second term as a Member of the National Assembly. 

Beyond politics, he was a businessman with interests spanning mining, retail, and entertainment.

He was the director of Progress Mine, Filabusi Abattoir, Skuta Irrigation Scheme, Anradel Cattle Ranch, and Marvel Shopping and Leisure Centre.

By A Correspondent

ZANU PF Secretary for Information and Publicity, Cde Christopher Mutsvangwa, has described war veteran Blessed Geza as a “daydreamer.”

Mutsvangwa made the remarks during a Zanu PF press conference in Harare on Tuesday.

According to Mutsvangwa, President Mnangagwa is not going anywhere. “President Mnangagwa has taken steps to address the challenges faced by minorities in Zimbabwe, including the marginalization of war veterans,” he stated.

He continued, “On March 31, 2025, a person was seen in a military uniform, attempting to present themselves as a savior, but this was nothing more than a farce. Zimbabweans are not interested in such events.”

Mutsvangwa further highlighted ongoing developments in the country, saying, “New lithium plants and towns are being established, creating opportunities for job growth and instilling hope in the youth. The diaspora also sees promise in President Mnangagwa’s efforts. He is making significant contributions to the development of Zimbabwe.”

He also took a jab at Geza, asserting, “People want confidence in a leader before they follow him, then Geza expected people to follow him. Maybe it is those behind him who gave him courage. You cannot just wake up thinking you can change a government in Africa, things and systems have changed.”

Concluding his remarks, Mutsvangwa said, “President Mnangagwa will continue to govern and rule Zimbabwe. Anarchy has been defeated and shamed. His Excellency President Emmerson Mnangagwa remains in power and power is with him.”

By A Correspondent

War veteran Blessed Geza has fiercely criticized President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his supporters, whom he refers to as the “Zvigananda,” for attempting to reverse Zimbabwe’s land reform program. In a statement issued on Monday, Geza expressed his gratitude to the citizens who responded to his call for protests against Mnangagwa’s push for a third term in office.

Geza’s Statement:

“I am your Blessed Geza, Comrade Bombshell,” Geza began. “First of all, I want to thank you, Zimbabweans, for heeding our call to take action.”

Geza, who took to the streets of Harare earlier that morning to gauge the situation, found the response overwhelming. “The streets were empty, absolutely empty. And I received similar reports from other cities. This is very encouraging. You have sent a clear message that you want Emmerson and his corrupt cabal, Zvigananda, to go.”

He further emphasized, “This is just the beginning of a series of events to send him packing, and we want to assure you that he is going in the shortest possible time. Keep pressing hard. Momentum must be maintained. We need to remain strong.”

However, Geza expressed his concerns about the police’s response to the protests. “We have observed police barbaric actions against innocent and peaceful protesters. We have seen that Emmerson is using the police to instill gross fear in the public instead of engaging with them or, better still, just resigning.”

He specifically called out police commander, Mutamba, saying, “Mutamba, I want to warn you: The children of Zimbabwe have a right to demonstrate. That is their democratic right. In the constitution, we are no different from other countries like South Africa. You are oppressing people. You want to do what Smith used to do.”

Geza further questioned the legitimacy of the actions being taken by those in power, stating, “So, the constitution assembled by 13 million people, and you want to twist it in your capacity as who? Emmerson’s days in office are numbered. Stop this behavior.”

Geza also referenced the March 31 protest, which saw many people close their businesses in solidarity, but emphasized the police’s oppressive response. “I called for the March 31 protest, and people took heed by closing their shops to allow for the protest. But the police decided to block the people. This shows a desperation to cling to power,” Geza said. “Let me remind the police, their duty is to maintain law and order, not to foment crimes. They are supposed to protect citizens as they exercise their constitutional rights, not tear gas them into submission. The police are supposed to protect the people, not criminals, including Mnangagwa himself.”

Addressing the police officers directly, Geza warned, “I would like to open your eyes. You can’t be bribed with $50 to deny your fellow citizens their constitutional right to protest. The exit of Mnangagwa will benefit you.”

Geza pointed out the dire financial situation of the police, noting, “Currently, you are getting slave wages. You need to send your children to school, get good healthcare, travel on good roads, eat decent food, among others. But this government you are protecting is denying you all of this. Open your eyes.”

Turning to the broader issue of corruption, Geza stated, “Emmerson and his cabal, led by Tagwirei, you have to go. You have been stealing from the people. The blood that was shed for the land cannot be ignored. The land reform was about returning land to the black masses, but you and Emmerson want to reverse it.”

He continued, “You want to steal land and use your own banks. Which program has ever been financed by only two banks? What this means is that when people take loans from these banks, the banks will demand title deeds. And when they fail to service the loan, the land will no longer be theirs. It will be owned by the banks, but indirectly, it will be Emmerson and Tagwirei’s land.”

Geza made it clear that he would not allow the reversal of the land reform program. “Your behavior of trying to steal land, of reversing the land reform program—stop it. We just say stop it. But we know very well that by this week, we will have sent him off, so I don’t see this program going ahead.”

He also criticized the ZANU PF youths, specifically pointing out those who were using police uniforms to harass fellow Zimbabweans. “You, ZANU PF youths, stop this behavior, which the Mutambas, the Paradzas, and the Machakaires are orchestrating. You are making each other wear police uniforms to harass your own fathers and mothers who are trying to survive.”

Geza passionately expressed his concerns for the future of Zimbabwe’s youth, saying, “We are doing this for you, the youth. You are the ones now without jobs, falling into drugs. We are doing this for you, the children of Zimbabwe. So, we want you, the youth, to inherit the right character.”

He also addressed Kuda Tagwirei, accusing him of greed and corruption. “Kuda Tagwirei, don’t play with us. You are too young. Your behavior, your greed—we know it. You and Emmerson are stealing the country’s wealth. Last time we spoke of it, you monopolize government companies, get banks without paying a penny. Any payments needed, it’s the government that ends up paying you when you’re the buyer.”

Geza didn’t stop there, accusing Tagwirei of destroying the Seventh Day Adventist Church. “You have destroyed the Adventist church. There are quarrels in the church because of you. Some people think you’re a righteous person, but there’s no one more awful than you in Zimbabwe. You’ve used corruption money to buy people in the church.”

He then issued a chilling warning: “Don’t play with me, young man! Thousands of people who perished didn’t die for you and Emmerson to do whatever you want in Zimbabwe, conniving to make you the president. Stop this behavior, or go get a ritual conducted at your rural home. Are you normal?”

Concluding his remarks, Geza announced the decision to call off the protest, citing intelligence regarding a potential plot against him. “I’ve gathered intelligence of an evil plan—Sean Mnangagwa has bought explosives. He wants to bomb certain targets tonight and blame each one on me. This will be done to label me a terrorist.”

Geza assured his supporters that the protest would be temporarily halted, saying, “We had our peaceful protest today. Now, let’s call it off for now. A statement has already been made, and I’ll return to you on Wednesday with a very, very crucial announcement. This will change the direction of things and take us to a higher level.”

“Thank you, and God bless you all,” Geza concluded.

By A Correspondent

War veteran Blessed Geza has strongly criticized President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his associates, whom he refers to as the “Zvigananda,” for their attempts to reverse Zimbabwe’s land reform program.

In a statement released on Monday, Geza expressed his gratitude to citizens who supported his call for protests against Mnangagwa’s third-term agenda.

Geza’s Statement:

“I am Blessed Geza, Comrade Bombshell.

First of all, I want to thank all Zimbabweans who answered our call to take action. This morning, I walked through the streets of Harare to assess the situation. The streets were empty, completely empty. I received similar reports from other cities as well. This is incredibly encouraging. You have sent a clear message that you want Emmerson and his corrupt cabal, the Zvigananda, to go.

This is just the beginning of the journey to send him packing, and I assure you, his days are numbered. We will not stop until he’s gone.

Keep pushing, stay strong. We need to maintain the momentum.

We have observed the police’s brutal actions against innocent, peaceful protesters. Emmerson is using the police to instill fear in the public rather than engaging with them or simply resigning as he should.

Mutamba, I want to warn you: The children of Zimbabwe have a right to protest. It is their democratic right. According to our constitution, we are no different from countries like South Africa. You are oppressing people. What you are doing is no different from what Ian Smith did.

So tell me, who do you think you are, trying to twist the constitution created by 13 million people?

Emmerson’s days in power are numbered. Stop this behavior immediately.

I called for the March 31 protest, and people responded by closing their shops in support of the demonstration, but the police decided to block them. This shows how desperate they are to cling to power. Let me remind the police: your duty is to maintain law and order, not to create crimes. You are supposed to protect citizens as they exercise their constitutional rights, not tear gas them into submission. The police should protect the people, not criminals, including Mnangagwa himself.

To the police force, I want to open your eyes. You can’t be bribed with $50 to deny your fellow citizens their constitutional right to protest. You must realize that Mnangagwa’s departure will benefit you.

Currently, you are earning slave wages, yet you need to provide for your children, ensure they receive good education, access decent healthcare, travel on good roads, and eat nutritious food. But this government you are protecting is denying you all of this.

Open your eyes, the time has come for Emmerson, his cabal, and their allies, including Tagwirei, to go. And you, the police, soldiers, and the CIO, you have a duty to protect the public from Emmerson, Tagwirei, and the mercenaries they’ve hired to terrorize you.

Tagwirei and Emmerson, your theft and exploitation of Zimbabweans has gone on for too long. The blood that was shed for the land cannot be ignored. The war veterans, the late President Robert Mugabe, and the people fought for land reform to return land to the black masses. You and Emmerson now seek to reverse this program.

You want to steal land and use your banks to further your agenda.

Which program has ever been funded by only two banks? What this means is that when people take loans from these banks, the banks will demand title deeds as collateral. This means that as you repay the loan, the land will no longer be yours — it will be owned by the banks. But, in reality, it will be Emmerson and Tagwirei’s land, because if you fail to repay the loan, the land will be taken away from you.

But these issues pale in comparison to your attempt to reverse the land reform program. We say enough is enough. By the end of this week, Emmerson will be gone. I don’t see this program going ahead.

ZANU PF youths, stop your behavior, which is being orchestrated by Mutamba, Paradza, and Machakaire, where you wear police uniforms to harass your own parents and relatives trying to survive.

What we are doing is not for ourselves. We are in the afternoon of our lives, but it hurts us to see a country destroyed by Emmerson and his cabal. These efforts are for you, the youth. You are the ones without jobs, turning to drugs, and facing an uncertain future. We are fighting for you, so you can inherit a country with a right character.

Kuda Tagwirei, don’t underestimate us. You are too young to play these games. Your greed is evident, and we see how you, together with Emmerson, have been siphoning the country’s wealth. We’ve discussed how you monopolize government companies, obtain banks without paying, and then get the government to pay for them. We know your corruption.

Your corruption doesn’t end there. You’ve even infiltrated the Seventh Day Adventist Church, where there are now quarrels because of your actions. You use your ill-gotten money to buy influence in the church, yet you present yourself as a righteous person.

And now you want to turn the country into a battleground for your own selfish ambitions. Thousands of people did not die for you and Emmerson to pursue your political games. Thousands died for the freedom and independence of Zimbabwe. Stop this now, or face the consequences.

Regarding the protest, I have decided to call it off for now. I have received intelligence that Sean Mnangagwa has bought explosives with the intention of bombing certain targets tonight and blaming me. This is an attempt to label me as a terrorist.

We held our peaceful protest today, and a statement has already been made. For now, let’s call off further action.

I will return to you on Wednesday with a crucial announcement that will change the direction of our struggle and take us to a new level.

Thank you, and God bless you all.”

By A Correspondent

School heads in Masvingo have been accused of threatening teachers who failed to report to work on Monday, alleging that they supported war veteran Blessed Geza’s call for protests against President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The protests, which took place on March 31, led to widespread unrest, prompting teachers to stay home due to safety concerns.

Many schools in Masvingo Urban were affected, with learners staying home as tensions rose across the region. Teachers who did not show up to work were confronted by school heads, who accused them of participating in the protests and warned of consequences if caught engaging in anti-government activities.

One teacher shared, “We were called and told very clearly that we should be careful about where our loyalties lie. If we are caught participating in activities against the government, there would be consequences.”

The school heads, known members of the “Teachers for ED” group, dismissed the allegations, describing the claims as “baseless” and “pure fabrication.” However, the controversy surrounding the reported threats continues to stir tension among staff at Masvingo Christian College.

Teachers expressed concern about the political instability and the possible repercussions of participating in any anti-government movements. A teacher who attended the protest explained, “We were not willing to put our lives at risk by going to work in such an uncertain and volatile situation. It was not about politics, but about our safety.”

By A Correspondent

Opposition Leader Advocate Nelson Chamisa has assured the nation that the challenges affecting citizens will soon be resolved.

Chamisa, a committed Christian, has faced criticism from some quarters for his steadfast faith. Despite this, he remains confident that the nation’s issues will soon come to an end.

“I’m aware of the suffering and pain we are all going through as a people. The answer is already there,” he said.

He also expressed gratitude for the support he has received, stating, “Thank you all for your unwavering commitment and solid support.”

Chamisa further emphasized that the resolution to Zimbabwe’s problems would come in a distinctive manner. “The problems we are facing will be solved in a unique way,” he remarked.

He concluded with a message of hope: “God is not man that He should promise and not deliver! Be of good cheer. Trust the process. Be blessed. Remember #Godisinit Forever and always ~nc.”

By A Correspondent

Farayi Taruvinga, the ZANU PF Insiza North MP and a prominent gold dealer in Filabusi, Matabeleland South, has passed away at the age of 54.

According to a Zanu PF official, Taruvinga had been battling illness for some time.

“Cde Taruvinga succumbed to cancer yesterday at his family home in Hillside suburb, Bulawayo,” said the Zanu PF official.

Taruvinga’s passing has sent shockwaves through the community, with many remembering him for his contributions to the region as a legislator and businessman.

As the news of his death spreads, condolences are pouring in from various sectors, honoring Taruvinga’s life and legacy.

The exact details of his funeral arrangements are yet to be announced.

By Munacho Gwamanda-Police bosses have reportedly instructed their juniors to refrain from beating protesters as discontent grows within the security sector over the worsening economic situation.

Sources within the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) brass told ZimEye that they have learned from the 2017 coup that Zanu PF factionalism can cost them their jobs, hence their reluctance to take sides in the current political turmoil.

A senior police officer (chief Superintendent) based in Mutare said they warned junior officers that if they used excessive force on protesters, they would be held individually accountable should victims file complaints against them.

“We have seen this before—if you side with any of the warring factions within the ruling party, you will be exposed when they eventually resolve their issues, and no one will protect you. So, we have advised our juniors accordingly,” he said.

Another top police officer in Bulawayo, (Commissioner) who is also a war veteran, echoed similar sentiments.

“We told officers to maintain peace and protect property, not to beat up anyone, as doing so will have consequences after the protests. In fact, we do not even know how the protests will end or who will emerge victorious in this political battle,” he said.

A Chief Superintendent based in Chinhoyi also emphasized the importance of neutrality.

“We reminded our officers that these are politically motivated protests with politicians fighting each other—not the police fighting the people. So, we told them to refrain from attacking innocent citizens and instead ensure there are no injuries, theft, or vandalism. We are happy that our officers here did not use excessive force,” he said.

Despite this internal resistance, police have intensified patrols in towns and cities following a nationwide shutdown triggered by national protests called by war veteran and former Zanu PF central committee member Blessed Geza.

The government’s reaction underscores President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s growing fears of public unrest spiraling out of control, reminiscent of the events that led to Robert Mugabe’s ouster in 2017.

On Monday, Harare police fired teargas canisters to disperse protesters, forcing them to flee into nearby streets.

Demonstrators clashed with security forces in running battles, highlighting the growing tension in the country.

The protest effectively shut down major cities, with businesses closed and learners staying home, testifying to its success.

The shutdown was most visible in Harare, Bulawayo, Mutare, Gweru, Masvingo, and Chinhoyi, where a heavy police presence underscored the government’s nervousness.

In Harare, anti-riot police violently dispersed protesters near the Harare Magistrates’ Court, firing teargas and engaging in skirmishes with demonstrators who retaliated by hurling stones.

Similar scenes played out in Mutare and Gweru, where students who showed up for school were turned away as teachers failed to report for duty. 

Some schools in Harare were forced to cancel examinations due to the low turnout.

Despite the evident disruption, government officials downplayed the protest. 

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) dismissed the demonstrations as insignificant, blaming “a few rogue elements” for the unrest.

“The ZRP reiterates that the situation in Harare CBD is normal and calm, including at Robert Mugabe Square, where some social media sites are falsely claiming that there are people barricading roads with stones,” police posted on X (formerly Twitter).

“This is not correct. The public should ignore calls by individuals and syndicates through some social media sites to engage in unlawful public gathering activities. The police warn social media sites against the circulation of old videos to cause alarm and despondency in the country.”

However, opposition figures and civil society groups declared the protest a success, arguing that the deserted streets sent a strong message to authorities.

The government’s panicked response, with heightened security measures and dismissive rhetoric, reveals its deep-seated fears of an uprising similar to the 2017 coup that toppled Mugabe.

With growing public discontent and worsening economic conditions, Mnangagwa’s administration remains on edge, wary of any signs of a rebellion within the ruling party or the general populace.

Harare, Zimbabwe – 1 April 2025

By A Correspondent | ZimEye | Ninety-five Zimbabwean citizens have been arrested in connection with a mass protest held on 31 March 2025 at Robert Mugabe Square (Freedom Square) in Harare, where demonstrators allegedly attempted to march to the State House demanding the forcible removal of President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Court documents obtained by this publication provide extensive detail about the charges, the state’s evidence, and the police’s opposition to bail.

Mass Protest and Allegations of Attempted Insurrection

According to Annexure “B” to ZRP Form 242, the group assembled at approximately 0920hours and planned to march through Harare before proceeding to the State House. Police say the aim was to “forcibly remove the constitutionally elected President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Comrade Emmerson Mnangagwa.”

During the demonstration, participants allegedly chanted slogans such as:

“ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! MNANGAGWA NGAABVE PAHUPUREZIDENDI, MNANGAGWA MUST GO! ED MUST GO NEZVIGANANDA ZVAKE! MADZIBABA WESHANDUKO HUYAYI MUTITUNGAMIRIRE! COMRADE GEZA HUYAI MUTITUNGAMIRIRE!”

Officers deployed to maintain order observed around 200 people gathering, and according to the police, some demonstrators threw stones, bricks, and tyres at officers along Robert Mugabe Road while singing:

“Hatidi zvekupiihwa order nemasasi kamu”

(Translation: “We don’t want to be given instructions by fools.”)

Police allege that several accused took pictures and videos during the protest and posted them to social media.

Affidavit from CID Law and Order Investigating Officer

A sworn affidavit by Detective Sergeant Lovemore Chisi of the CID Law and Order Harare unit forms the core of the state’s case. Chisi states that he has been in the force for 14 years, with eight years in investigations, and that the protest was allegedly orchestrated by opposition activists Godfrey Karembera and Blessed Runesu Geza.

Chisi opposes bail on the grounds that the accused:

• Face a serious charge under Section 37(1)(a)(i) of the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act, Chapter 9:23, punishable by up to five years in prison.

• Were part of a WhatsApp group named “Nyokayemabhunu” in which some participants allegedly threatened to assault police officers investigating the case.

• Are likely to reoffend as their stated mission to remove the President remains unfulfilled.

• Have accomplices still at large whose arrests could be hindered by the release of those already detained.

Chisi also claims that if released, state witnesses may be unwilling to testify out of fear, jeopardizing the administration of justice.

Bail Form: Formal Opposition and Further Allegations

In the Section C Bail Opposition Form, police reinforce their concerns, stating that:

• Some of the accused have previous convictions or pending cases (though details are “to be ascertained”).

• All accused are likely to abscond due to the severity of the offence and potential sentence.

• The Nyokayemabhunu group was administered by Knox Chiwer using a South African-registered number: +27749******, further complicating the matter due to cross-border digital evidence.

The police estimate 20 witnesses will testify and have requested that the investigation be concluded by 15 April 2025.

Request for Remand: Charges and Evidence

In the official ZRP Form 242 – Request for Remand, the accused are formally charged with:

“Participating in a gathering with intent to promote public violence, breaches of peace or bigotry” under the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act, Chapter 9:23.

The form outlines three key pieces of evidence:

1. Accused were positively identified at the protest scene.

2. Social media evidence, including posts on the Nyokayemabhunu WhatsApp group.

3. Several eyewitnesses have been lined up to testify.

Notably, no property was reported as stolen or damaged.

Who Is In Custody?

According to police records:

• Accused persons 1 through 94 were arrested at the scene.

• Accused 95 was arrested at home following identification from online videos and circulated images.

Implications and Political Reactions

The arrests come amid growing tensions over economic hardships and political repression. Civil society groups have already begun raising alarm about the scale of the arrests and the heavy-handed charges. Opposition parties have yet to officially respond, but social media has been ablaze with commentary on what many are calling a “new wave of authoritarianism.”

Legal experts have warned that the invocation of Section 37(1)(a)(i)—a broad public order offence—could set a chilling precedent for freedom of assembly.

This is a developing story. We will provide updates as the case moves through the courts and further details emerge about the accused, the alleged organisers, and the state’s strategy.- ZimEye

By Crime and Courts Reporter-Three foreign nationals lost their lives, and 15 others were injured in a tragic road accident in Chirundu.

According to the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), the fatal crash occurred at the 165-kilometre peg along the Harare-Chirundu Road on March 30, 2025, at approximately 16:50 hours.

“Three foreign nationals were killed, while 15 others sustained injuries when a Malawian bus carrying 119 passengers veered off the road before overturning and landing on its left side. The driver had reportedly attempted to avoid a collision with a breakdown recovery truck towing another truck involved in a previous accident,” the ZRP statement read.

The accident adds to a deadly weekend on Zimbabwe’s roads.

On Friday alone, 15 people lost their lives in separate crashes across the country.

Authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to road safety regulations to prevent further loss of life.

By Munacho Gwamanda-A National University of Science and Technology (NUST) lecturer and veteran journalist Methuseli Moyo, has lost US$20,000 in a baffling fire that has tormented him and his family.

The incident underscores a growing crisis in Zimbabwe, where distrust in banks has forced many to keep their money at home—often with devastating consequences.

Moyo had just sold a house in Rangemore suburb and planned to use the proceeds to complete his family’s new home in Pumula North. With confidence in the banking system at an all-time low due to economic instability, he chose to store the cash inside a wooden wardrobe for safekeeping—an ultimately fateful decision.

But in a bizarre and horrifying twist, while the money was reduced to ashes, the wardrobe itself and the clothes inside remained untouched by flames.

“I have been living in hell. Someone is tormenting me, and I don’t know why. These mysterious fires keep erupting, and I have even suffered burns on my back,” a distraught Moyo said during an interview.

He recounted the harrowing events of the Sunday when he lost the cash.

“We had just collected US$20,000 from the house sale. Aware of these strange occurrences, I was planning to wrap the money in a plastic bag and place it in a bucket of water, just in case the fires erupted again,” he explained.

But fate intervened. As he briefly stepped outside to attend to his mechanic, he asked his wife to put the money in the wardrobe.

Moments later, she called him inside for a meal. As soon as they entered the house, they noticed heavy smoke billowing from their bedroom.

Rushing inside, they opened the wardrobe to a horrifying sight—flames engulfing the cash, reducing it to ashes, yet leaving the wooden wardrobe and the clothes completely unscathed.

“You may not believe this, but despite being a wooden wardrobe, it did not catch fire, and the clothes were also not burnt. The fire was only concentrated on the money,” said Moyo, his voice breaking with emotion.

The relentless and inexplicable fires have shattered Moyo’s sense of security, leaving him desperate for answers. 

The flames have devoured all his formal clothes, important documents, and even two of his couches, striking without warning.

Once a pragmatist, Moyo admitted that his ordeal has forced him to consider avenues he never thought he would. 

He has sought help from religious leaders, prophets, and even traditional healers, hoping for a resolution to the nightmare that has consumed his life.

“The fire just erupts anytime. Sengizwile bantu bakithi, ngicela uncedo (I have suffered, my people. I need help),” pleaded Moyo.

Overwhelmed and out of options, Moyo made a heartfelt appeal to the public, seeking any form of assistance—financial, spiritual, or even just words of guidance.

“If ever there is someone out there that I may have wronged unintentionally, and they think that I am aware, please, I am appealing to this person to come forward so that I can apologize,” he said, his voice heavy with sorrow.

He added that he is even willing to compensate his alleged tormentor to bring an end to his suffering.

“I have suffered enough and I can’t take it anymore. My life and that of my family has been turned into a horror movie. We can’t bear it anymore. We have reached a stage where we feel the world must know what we are going through.”

Moyo’s tragic experience is a stark reflection of a broader crisis, where a lack of faith in financial institutions has driven people to store cash in unsafe conditions.

With banks failing to inspire confidence and the economy in turmoil, many Zimbabweans have resorted to stashing their hard-earned money in their homes—under pillows, in cupboards, or even buried underground.

But as Moyo’s ordeal painfully illustrates, this alternative is not without risks. Whether through fire, theft, or unexplained calamities, keeping large sums of money outside the formal banking system can have devastating consequences.

As Zimbabwe grapples with economic uncertainty, Moyo’s story serves as both a cautionary tale and a cry for help in a country where trust in financial institutions continues to erode.

The following is a brief statement by the police that they are going to make an announcement denouncing the Blessed Geza revelations, today 1 April 2025:

“The ZRP urges the public and business community to continue with their socio-economic activities on 01/04/2025 as the security situation is calm and conducive for various activities. Police will give a comprehensive update on the security situation on 01/04/2025.”

The statement was issued minutes after Geza had made his nation address reported in full below:

Good evening.

I am your Blessed Geza, Comrade Bombshell

For of all, I want to thank you Zimbabweans for heeding our call to take action. I’ve been in the streets of Harare this morning to assess the situation.

The streets were empty, absolutely empty. And I received similar reports from other cities. This is very encouraging. You have sent a clear message that you want Emmerson and his corrupt cabal, Zvigananda, to go.

This is the beginning of a series of events to send him packing, and we want to assure you that
he is going in the shortest possible time. Keep pressing hard. Momentum ought to be maintained. We need to remain strong.

We have observed police barbaric actions against innocent and peaceful protesters. We have observed that Emmerson is using the police to instill gross fear in the public instead of engagement, or better still, just resigning

Mutamba, I want to warn you; The children of Zimbabwe, have a right to demonstrate, that is their democratic right. In the constitution, we are like other countries like Soufh Africa. You are oppressing people. You want to do like what Smith you used to do. So the constitution assembled by 13 million people, you want to twist it in your capacity as who?

Emmerson his days in office are numbered. Stop this your behaviour.

I called for the 31st march protest, and people took heed by closing their shops to allow for the protest, but the police decided to block the people. This shows a desperation to cling on to power. Let me remind the police, their duty is to maintain law and order not to foment crimes. They are supposed to protect citizens as they exercise their constitutional rights, not to tear gas, not to tear gas them to deny them their rights, the police are opposed to protect the people, not criminals who include Mnangagwa himself. To members of the police force, I would like to open your eyes. You can’t be bribed with $50 to deny your fellowship their conditional right to protest, yet the exit of Mnangagwa will benefit you. Currently, you are getting slave wages. You need to send your children to school to get good health care, to travel on good roads, to eat decent food, among others. But this government you are protecting is denying you this.
Open your eyes, Emmerson and his carbal, his zviganandas , led by Tagwirei, you have to go. And you the police, together with soldiers and the CIO have a duty to protect the public from Emmerson, the Tagwirei carbal and the mercenaries they’ve hired to terrorise you.

Tagwirei and your Emmerson, your theft and taking advantage of
Zimbabweans has been overstretched. The blood was shed for the land. The war veterans, and the late President Robert Mugabe and the masses, conducted the land reform to return the land taken from the few, the whites, to the black masses; you and Emmerson want to reverse the land reform program. You want to steal land, and to use your own banks.

Which program has ever been financed by only two banks? What this means is the people when they take loans from banks; the banks will demand title deeds. After demanding title deeds, all this will mean at the time you are servicing the loans, the land is no longer yours, it is now owned by the banks, but indirectly it is Emmerson and Tagwireyi’s land, because upon failing to service the loan, [you’ll take it when it’s not yours at all in the first place.]

But these other things are not important. Your behaviour of trying to steal land, of reversing land reform program, stop it.

We just say stop it; but we know very well that by this week, this person we will have sent him off, so I don’t see this program going ahead.

You, ZANU PF youths, stop this your behaviour which the Mutambas, the Paradzas, and the Machakaires, of making each other wear police uniforms to harass your own fathers and mothers who are trying to survive.

This thing we are doing, we are doing them not for ourselves. I keep telling you that we are in the afternoon of our lives, but it hurts us, as comrades, to leave you a country that’s now a desert destroyed by Emmerson and his cabal, so these efforts are for you. You are the ones now without jobs, you are the ones now falling into drugs. We are doing this for you children of Zimbabwe. So, we want you the youth to inherit the right character.

You young man called Kuda Tagwirei, don’t play with us. You are too young. Your behaviour we know it. Your greed, you and Emmerson participate with stealing the country’s wealth, last time we talked of it. The government companies you’re the one with the monopolies; you getting them without a penny paid; you were given the banks openly without paying money; Any payments needed it is the government that ends up paying you when you’re the buyer. So all this corruption we now know it. Your corruption doesn’t end here, you have an appetite for corruption. You have destroyed the Adventist church. In the church there are quarrels because of you. Some people when they see you they think you are a Jesus person but there is no one as aweful as you in Zimbabwe.

You mess up the Seventh Day Adventist, a respectable church, but you’re using this corruption money to buy people in the church.

And now where you’re now going to- issues of politics of blood-Don’t play with me young man! Thousands and thousands of people who perished didn’t die because for you to do what you want in Zimbabwe, while conniving with your Emmerson, and conniving with your Auxillia; Righf; for you to become president of this country. Behave young man, behave, or go and get a ritual conducted at your rural home. Are you normal? You think that all these people should suffer for you? The businesses you have an advantage of stealing; the church you’re destroying it; and now people have been turned into enemies of each other, and you’re now appointing yourself the president of Zimbabwe through the back door while you get co-opted,

Now what’s next? I’ve decided to call off the protest. This is because I’ve gathered intelligence of an evil plan- Sean Mnangagwa has bought explosives.

He wants to bomb, he wants to bomb certain targets tonight and blame each on me. This will be done to label me a terrorist.

We had our peaceful protest today. Now let’s call it off for now.

A statement has already been made. I’ll come back to you on Wednesday with a very, very crucial announcement. This will change the direction of things and take us to a higher new level.

Thank you and God Bless You. You.

By Blessed Geza |ZimEye | Good evening.

I am your Blessed Geza, Comrade Bombshell

For of all, I want to thank you Zimbabweans for heeding our call to take action. I’ve been in the streets of Harare this morning to assess the situation.

The streets were empty, absolutely empty. And I received similar reports from other cities. This is very encouraging. You have sent a clear message that you want Emmerson and his corrupt cabal, Zvigananda, to go.

This is the beginning of a series of events to send him packing, and we want to assure you that he is going in the shortest possible time. Keep pressing hard. Momentum ought to be maintained. We need to remain strong.

We have observed police barbaric actions against innocent and peaceful protesters. We have observed that Emmerson is using the police to instill gross fear in the public instead of engagement, or better still, just resigning

Mutamba, I want to warn you; The children of Zimbabwe, have a right to demonstrate, that is their democratic right. In the constitution, we are like other countries like Soufh Africa. You are oppressing people. You want to do like what Smith you used to do. So the constitution assembled by 13 million people, you want to twist it in your capacity as who?

Emmerson his days in office are numbered. Stop this your behaviour.

I called for the 31st march protest, and people took heed by closing their shops to allow for the protest, but the police decided to block the people. This shows a desperation to cling on to power. Let me remind the police, their duty is to maintain law and order not to foment crimes. They are supposed to protect citizens as they exercise their constitutional rights, not to tear gas, not to tear gas them to deny them their rights, the police are opposed to protect the people, not criminals who include Mnangagwa himself. To members of the police force, I would like to open your eyes. You can’t be bribed with $50 to deny your fellowship their conditional right to protest, yet the exit of Mnangagwa will benefit you. Currently, you are getting slave wages. You need to send your children to school to get good health care, to travel on good roads, to eat decent food, among others. But this government you are protecting is denying you this.
Open your eyes, Emmerson and his carbal, his zviganandas , led by Tagwirei, you have to go. And you the police, together with soldiers and the CIO have a duty to protect the public from Emmerson, the Tagwirei carbal and the mercenaries they’ve hired to terrorise you.

Tagwirei and your Emmerson, your theft and taking advantage of
Zimbabweans has been overstretched. The blood was shed for the land. The war veterans, and the late President Robert Mugabe and the masses, conducted the land reform to return the land taken from the few, the whites, to the black masses; you and Emmerson want to reverse the land reform program. You want to steal land, and to use your own banks.

Which program has ever been financed by only two banks? What this means is the people when they take loans from banks; the banks will demand title deeds. After demanding title deeds, all this will mean at the time you are servicing the loans, the land is no longer yours, it is now owned by the banks, but indirectly it is Emmerson and Tagwireyi’s land, because upon failing to service the loan, [you’ll take it when it’s not yours at all in the first place.]

But these other things are not important. Your behaviour of trying to steal land, of reversing land reform program, stop it.

We just say stop it; but we know very well that by this week, this person we will have sent him off, so I don’t see this program going ahead.

You, ZANU PF youths, stop this your behaviour which the Mutambas, the Paradzas, and the Machakaires, of making each other wear police uniforms to harass your own fathers and mothers who are trying to survive.

This thing we are doing, we are doing them not for ourselves. I keep telling you that we are in the afternoon of our lives, but it hurts us, as comrades, to leave you a country that’s now a desert destroyed by Emmerson and his cabal, so these efforts are for you. You are the ones now without jobs, you are the ones now falling into drugs. We are doing this for you children of Zimbabwe. So, we want you the youth to inherit the right character.

You young man called Kuda Tagwirei, don’t play with us. You are too young. Your behaviour we know it. Your greed, you and Emmerson participate with stealing the country’s wealth, last time we talked of it. The government companies you’re the one with the monopolies; you getting them without a penny paid; you were given the banks openly without paying money; Any payments needed it is the government that ends up paying you when you’re the buyer. So all this corruption we now know it. Your corruption doesn’t end here, you have an appetite for corruption. You have destroyed the Adventist church. In the church there are quarrels because of you. Some people when they see you they think you are a Jesus person but there is no one as aweful as you in Zimbabwe.

You mess up the Seventh Day Adventist, a respectable church, but you’re using this corruption money to buy people in the church.

And now where you’re now going to- issues of politics of blood-Don’t play with me young man! Thousands and thousands of people who perished didn’t die because for you to do what you want in Zimbabwe, while conniving with your Emmerson, and conniving with your Auxillia; Righf; for you to become president of this country. Behave young man, behave, or go and get a ritual conducted at your rural home. Are you normal? You think that all these people should suffer for you? The businesses you have an advantage of stealing; the church you’re destroying it; and now people have been turned into enemies of each other, and you’re now appointing yourself the president of Zimbabwe through the back door while you get co-opted,

Now what’s next? I’ve decided to call off the protest. This is because I’ve gathered intelligence of an evil plan- Sean Mnangagwa has bought explosives.

He wants to bomb, he wants to bomb certain targets tonight and blame each on me. This will be done to label me a terrorist.

We had our peaceful protest today. Now let’s call it off for now.

A statement has already been made. I’ll come back to you on Wednesday with a very, very crucial announcement. This will change the direction of things and take us to a higher new level.

By Blessed Geza |ZimEye | Good evening.

I am your Blessed Geza, Comrade Bombshell

For of all, I want to thank you Zimbabweans for heeding our call to take action. I’ve been in the streets of Harare this morning to assess the situation.

The streets were empty, absolutely empty. And I received similar reports from other cities. This is very encouraging. You have sent a clear message that you want Emmerson and his corrupt cabal, Zvigananda, to go.

This is the beginning of a series of events to send him packing, and we want to assure you that he is going in the shortest possible time. Keep pressing hard. Momentum ought to be maintained. We need to remain strong.

We have observed police barbaric actions against innocent and peaceful protesters. We have observed that Emmerson is using the police to instill gross fear in the public instead of engagement, or better still, just resigning

Mutamba, I want to warn you; The children of Zimbabwe, have a right to demonstrate, that is their democratic right. In the constitution, we are like other countries like Soufh Africa. You are oppressing people. You want to do like what Smith you used to do. So the constitution assembled by 13 million people, you want to twist it in your capacity as who?

Emmerson his days in office are numbered. Stop this your behaviour.

I called for the 31st march protest, and people took heed by closing their shops to allow for the protest, but the police decided to block the people. This shows a desperation to cling on to power. Let me remind the police, their duty is to maintain law and order not to foment crimes. They are supposed to protect citizens as they exercise their constitutional rights, not to tear gas, not to tear gas them to deny them their rights, the police are opposed to protect the people, not criminals who include Mnangagwa himself. To members of the police force, I would like to open your eyes. You can’t be bribed with $50 to deny your fellowship their conditional right to protest, yet the exit of Mnangagwa will benefit you. Currently, you are getting slave wages. You need to send your children to school to get good health care, to travel on good roads, to eat decent food, among others. But this government you are protecting is denying you this.
Open your eyes, Emmerson and his carbal, his zviganandas , led by Tagwirei, you have to go. And you the police, together with soldiers and the CIO have a duty to protect the public from Emmerson, the Tagwirei carbal and the mercenaries they’ve hired to terrorise you.

Tagwirei and your Emmerson, your theft and taking advantage of
Zimbabweans has been overstretched. The blood was shed for the land. The war veterans, and the late President Robert Mugabe and the masses, conducted the land reform to return the land taken from the few, the whites, to the black masses; you and Emmerson want to reverse the land reform program. You want to steal land, and to use your own banks.

Which program has ever been financed by only two banks? What this means is the people when they take loans from banks; the banks will demand title deeds. After demanding title deeds, all this will mean at the time you are servicing the loans, the land is no longer yours, it is now owned by the banks, but indirectly it is Emmerson and Tagwireyi’s land, because upon failing to service the loan, [you’ll take it when it’s not yours at all in the first place.]

But these other things are not important. Your behaviour of trying to steal land, of reversing land reform program, stop it.

We just say stop it; but we know very well that by this week, this person we will have sent him off, so I don’t see this program going ahead.

You, ZANU PF youths, stop this your behaviour which the Mutambas, the Paradzas, and the Machakaires, of making each other wear police uniforms to harass your own fathers and mothers who are trying to survive.

This thing we are doing, we are doing them not for ourselves. I keep telling you that we are in the afternoon of our lives, but it hurts us, as comrades, to leave you a country that’s now a desert destroyed by Emmerson and his cabal, so these efforts are for you. You are the ones now without jobs, you are the ones now falling into drugs. We are doing this for you children of Zimbabwe. So, we want you the youth to inherit the right character.

You young man called Kuda Tagwirei, don’t play with us. You are too young. Your behaviour we know it. Your greed, you and Emmerson participate with stealing the country’s wealth, last time we talked of it. The government companies you’re the one with the monopolies; you getting them without a penny paid; you were given the banks openly without paying money; Any payments needed it is the government that ends up paying you when you’re the buyer. So all this corruption we now know it. Your corruption doesn’t end here, you have an appetite for corruption. You have destroyed the Adventist church. In the church there are quarrels because of you. Some people when they see you they think you are a Jesus person but there is no one as aweful as you in Zimbabwe.

You mess up the Seventh Day Adventist, a respectable church, but you’re using this corruption money to buy people in the church.

And now where you’re now going to- issues of politics of blood-Don’t play with me young man! Thousands and thousands of people who perished didn’t die because for you to do what you want in Zimbabwe, while conniving with your Emmerson, and conniving with your Auxillia; Righf; for you to become president of this country. Behave young man, behave, or go and get a ritual conducted at your rural home. Are you normal? You think that all these people should suffer for you? The businesses you have an advantage of stealing; the church you’re destroying it; and now people have been turned into enemies of each other, and you’re now appointing yourself the president of Zimbabwe through the back door while you get co-opted,

Now what’s next? I’ve decided to call off the protest. This is because I’ve gathered intelligence of an evil plan- Sean Mnangagwa has bought explosives.

He wants to bomb, he wants to bomb certain targets tonight and blame each on me. This will be done to label me a terrorist.

We had our peaceful protest today. Now let’s call it off for now.

A statement has already been made. I’ll come back to you on Wednesday with a very, very crucial announcement. This will change the direction of things and take us to a higher new level.

Thank you and God Bless You. You.- ZimEye

By A Correspondent

President Emmerson Mnangagwa is intensifying efforts to solidify his political grip by promoting Kudakwashe Tagwirei, a businessman aligned with Mnangagwa’s faction, for a more prominent role in the ZANU PF leadership. Sources within the party reveal that Mnangagwa’s push for Tagwirei’s elevation to the Presidium is seen as a strategic move to weaken Vice President Constantino Chiwenga’s faction.

ZANU PF’s Harare Provincial Coordinating Committee recently met to discuss key party matters, including the co-option of new members into the Central Committee. Among the names discussed was Kudakwashe Tagwirei, a businessman and philanthropist who has built close ties with Mnangagwa’s camp. During the meeting, ZANU PF Harare Provincial Chairperson Godwills Masimirembwa confirmed that the Provincial Coordinating Committee (PCC) unanimously supported a proposal to recommend Tagwirei for inclusion in the Central Committee.

“This is a crucial moment for the party as we seek to strengthen our leadership. Kudakwashe Tagwirei is an influential figure with strategic business acumen. He has proven himself as a visionary leader. The Central Committee members in Harare felt it was important to co-opt him, and this recommendation will now be submitted to the party’s Secretary General, Dr. Obert Mpofu,” Masimirembwa stated in an interview after the meeting.

The push for Tagwirei’s rise to the Central Committee and potentially higher office has been viewed with suspicion by some within ZANU PF, particularly those loyal to Vice President Chiwenga. Chiwenga, a former military leader, is believed to have his own faction that is vying for more influence within the party. Tagwirei’s promotion is seen as a direct challenge to Chiwenga’s power, as Mnangagwa continues to shore up his allies and counter any potential threats.

Political analysts speculate that Mnangagwa is strategically positioning Tagwirei to create a counterbalance to Chiwenga’s faction, which has been seen as increasingly influential within the party. “Mnangagwa is sending a clear signal that he has the ability to elevate individuals close to him, thereby diminishing any opposition from within the ranks of the party,” said one analyst.

Despite the tension within the party, Mnangagwa’s supporters remain confident that Tagwirei’s rise will only further strengthen ZANU PF’s position in the upcoming by-elections and future national elections. “Tagwirei has the skills needed for the future, and his elevation will bring the kind of leadership that will keep us ahead,” Masimirembwa added.

As Mnangagwa’s maneuvering unfolds, the internal power dynamics of ZANU PF will undoubtedly continue to shift, and the next few months will be critical in determining whether Tagwirei can indeed make his way into the Presidium, further consolidating Mnangagwa’s hold on power.