A press conference by the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association was interrupted by unidentified youths claiming to be from Youth Connect. Despite having police approval, ZNLWVA leaders, including chairman Ethan Mathibela, faced challenges. The veterans plan to hold a protest addressing economic issues and governmental accountability.
A recent press conference held by the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) in Bulawayo faced disruption from a group of unidentified youths who claimed to have reserved the same venue for a meeting. The youths, who identified themselves as members of Youth Connect, insisted they were not provocateurs but had their own business to conduct.
ZNLWVA chairman Ethan Mathibela emphasized that the press conference had been authorized by local police, stating, “We have clearance from the police headquarters. I personally delivered the letter, which was accepted by the Commissioner General. Now, I am seeing these guys here.”
Following the disruption, the war veterans relocated outside, where Mathibela continued to address the media with police oversight. The situation escalated when one of the disruptive individuals seized Mathibela’s ZNLWVA-branded cap, leading to his removal by the police.
In light of the incident, ZNLWVA has informed the authorities of their intent to hold a protest this Thursday, which aims to draw attention to the current economic crisis, advocate for government accountability, and call for the end of corruption, tribalism, nepotism, and ineffective governance.
The disruption of the ZNLWVA press conference illustrates significant tensions regarding leadership and governance in Zimbabwe. This incident not only highlights the grievances of the war veterans but also underscores their upcoming protest aimed at addressing pressing socio-economic issues within the nation. The outcomes of these events may influence the political landscape and public sentiment in Zimbabwe.
Original Source: www.newzimbabwe.com
