People across Zimbabwe stayed home today instead of going to work or school. This big protest on March 31 hit back at President Mnangagwa, whom many blame for money problems, unfair leadership, and keeping power through force. Everyone calls this the Geza Revolution after war veteran Blessed Geza, who started it.
Cities looked empty all day as stores, schools, and government offices shut down. From north to south, places like Harare, Bulawayo, Gweru, Kwekwe, Masvingo, and Mutare saw almost nobody on the streets. Citizens made their point by simply not showing up anywhere.
War veterans who support Vice President Chiwenga organized everything. These veterans belong to a different group inside the ruling Zanu-PF party. This marks the...