War veterans in Zimbabwe are organizing a protest on Thursday against President Mnangagwa due to the worsening economic crisis. They seek to demand government accountability, advocate for economic freedom, and address issues like corruption and nepotism. Their actions are part of a constitutional right to demonstrate and aim to hold the government accountable for poor governance. Recently, public calls for Mnangagwa’s resignation have surfaced amid escalating political tensions.
War veterans, alongside other dissatisfied citizens, are preparing to organize a protest this Thursday in response to Zimbabwe’s deteriorating economic conditions. Earlier this month, these former liberation fighters expressed their commitment to lead significant demonstrations aimed at compelling President Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign.
In a formal letter addressed to the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), the veterans articulated that their demonstration’s purpose is to highlight the ongoing economic crisis, demand accountability from the government, and advocate for economic freedom. They are also calling for an end to corruption, tribalism, nepotism, and poor governance.
The letter asserts, “We, the concerned citizens of Zimbabwe, hereby notify the Joint Operations Command (JOC) of our intention to participate in a peaceful demonstration countrywide.” It emphasizes that their actions stem from the worsening economic situation resulting from various governmental shortcomings. The letter continues, “We wish to emphasise that the demonstration is a constitutional right, as enshrined in the Constitution of Zimbabwe.”
This letter garnered signatures from the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA), the Zimbabwe National Students Union (ZINASU), and representatives from various groups, including health professionals, vendors, and teachers.
Recently, the war veterans convened a press conference where they publicly urged President Mnangagwa to resign immediately, citing his lack of effective leadership. Their call for resignation aligns with the recent statements made by Blessed Geza, an expelled member of the Zanu PF Central Committee, who criticized the President’s governance and has since gone into hiding due to a police pursuit following several charges against him.
The planned protest by war veterans and citizens reflects deep dissatisfaction with President Mnangagwa’s administration amidst Zimbabwe’s economic turmoil. The gathering aims to uphold constitutional rights, demand accountability, and call for an end to corruption and poor governance. The situation is compounded by the recent challenges faced by vocal critics of the President, highlighting ongoing political tensions in the country.
Original Source: www.newzimbabwe.com
