Zanu-PF spokesperson Chris Mutsvangwa applauded President Mnangagwa for reshuffling security chiefs. He called these changes perfect timing that stopped certain individuals who falsely believed they deserved control of the national army. His words also targeted critics within the party and mocked war veteran Blessed Geza, who tried rallying people to protest against the government.
Mnangagwa quickly changed military leadership right before the March 31 protests. Geza planned these protests because he wanted the government held responsible for corruption and terrible living standards. The president replaced army commander Anselem Sanyatwe with Emmanuel Matatu as a preventive measure. Sanyatwe became Sport Minister, taking over from Kirsty Coventry, who left to head the International Olympic Committee. Mnangagwa had already replaced both intelligence and police chiefs earlier.
Mutsvangwa told reporters in Harare that these changes protected national security. He praised Mnangagwa for making sure state security stayed under trusted officials. The new leaders proved their loyalty to both the president and the constitution during recent challenges. The president has completely changed Zimbabwe's security leadership in just three months. Stephen Mutamba became police chief in January, replacing Godwin Matanga. Former wildlife authority director Fulton Mangwanya took over intelligence operations from Isaac Moyo.
The spokesperson also attacked unnamed rivals within the party. He mentioned people who think they should automatically lead Zimbabwe and control the army. Experts believe he meant Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga, who expects to follow Mnangagwa as president. The ruling party remains split about letting Mnangagwa stay beyond 2028, despite his claims he will step down after two terms. Some supporters want him to stay until 2030, saying he needs extra years to finish his plans.
Blessed Geza has become one of the president's harshest critics. He demands Mnangagwa hand power to Chiwenga right away. His March 31 protest became more of a shutdown than actual demonstrations. Businesses closed because of a heavy security presence and reports of threats against protesters. Mutsvangwa dismissed Geza completely, calling him a dreamer and insisting Mnangagwa remains firmly in charge of the country.
He emphasized that Mnangagwa has no plans to leave office. On March 31, someone dressed as a soldier pretended to save the country, but nobody cared about such fake displays. Zimbabweans want real solutions, not theatrical performances from attention-seekers. The spokesperson highlighted economic growth in lithium mining as proof of successful leadership under the current president. New mining operations create jobs and give young people hope for better futures.
Even Zimbabweans living abroad see positive changes happening under current leadership. Mutsvangwa attacked Geza again, saying people need faith in leaders before following them. Perhaps hidden supporters gave Geza false courage to act. Nobody can simply decide to overthrow an African government anymore - systems have changed completely. Political experts say Mnangagwa changed security leaders mainly to eliminate threats from inside his party and military forces.
The president wants complete control over all aspects of government. His administration fears challenges from traditional allies like war veterans who helped bring him to power. Political tensions continue growing inside Zanu-PF as economic hardships make citizens increasingly unhappy. Mnangagwa must keep both his party and security forces united if he wants to secure his political future against mounting pressure from various directions.
Mnangagwa quickly changed military leadership right before the March 31 protests. Geza planned these protests because he wanted the government held responsible for corruption and terrible living standards. The president replaced army commander Anselem Sanyatwe with Emmanuel Matatu as a preventive measure. Sanyatwe became Sport Minister, taking over from Kirsty Coventry, who left to head the International Olympic Committee. Mnangagwa had already replaced both intelligence and police chiefs earlier.
Mutsvangwa told reporters in Harare that these changes protected national security. He praised Mnangagwa for making sure state security stayed under trusted officials. The new leaders proved their loyalty to both the president and the constitution during recent challenges. The president has completely changed Zimbabwe's security leadership in just three months. Stephen Mutamba became police chief in January, replacing Godwin Matanga. Former wildlife authority director Fulton Mangwanya took over intelligence operations from Isaac Moyo.
The spokesperson also attacked unnamed rivals within the party. He mentioned people who think they should automatically lead Zimbabwe and control the army. Experts believe he meant Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga, who expects to follow Mnangagwa as president. The ruling party remains split about letting Mnangagwa stay beyond 2028, despite his claims he will step down after two terms. Some supporters want him to stay until 2030, saying he needs extra years to finish his plans.
Blessed Geza has become one of the president's harshest critics. He demands Mnangagwa hand power to Chiwenga right away. His March 31 protest became more of a shutdown than actual demonstrations. Businesses closed because of a heavy security presence and reports of threats against protesters. Mutsvangwa dismissed Geza completely, calling him a dreamer and insisting Mnangagwa remains firmly in charge of the country.
He emphasized that Mnangagwa has no plans to leave office. On March 31, someone dressed as a soldier pretended to save the country, but nobody cared about such fake displays. Zimbabweans want real solutions, not theatrical performances from attention-seekers. The spokesperson highlighted economic growth in lithium mining as proof of successful leadership under the current president. New mining operations create jobs and give young people hope for better futures.
Even Zimbabweans living abroad see positive changes happening under current leadership. Mutsvangwa attacked Geza again, saying people need faith in leaders before following them. Perhaps hidden supporters gave Geza false courage to act. Nobody can simply decide to overthrow an African government anymore - systems have changed completely. Political experts say Mnangagwa changed security leaders mainly to eliminate threats from inside his party and military forces.
The president wants complete control over all aspects of government. His administration fears challenges from traditional allies like war veterans who helped bring him to power. Political tensions continue growing inside Zanu-PF as economic hardships make citizens increasingly unhappy. Mnangagwa must keep both his party and security forces united if he wants to secure his political future against mounting pressure from various directions.
