Zimbabwe police officers found $50 in their bank accounts without any warning just before big protests were planned against President Mnangagwa next Monday. Nobody explained where this money came from or why they received it. Many believe wealthy businessmen close to Mnangagwa sent the cash, including well-known figures Wicknell Chivhayo and Kuda Tagwirei. These powerful money men, nicknamed "Zvigananda," often use their cash to help keep the current leaders in control.
People watching this situation think these payments aim to keep police officers loyal to Mnangagwa when citizens march against him. The police and army have long helped shut down protests from anyone who disagrees with the government. Nobody from the government has spoken officially about why police got this extra money. Critics say the timing looks suspicious—like a payment to ensure officers crack down hard on anyone who protests.
Civic groups and parties who oppose Mnangagwa plan these demonstrations because they want changes. They expect many thousands of angry citizens to join them on Monday. Most Zimbabweans struggle daily with sky-high prices, no jobs, and terrible living conditions. The people marching believe that Mnangagwa runs the country like a dictator, mistreats citizens, and has destroyed the economy.
The country waits nervously to see what happens when Monday arrives. These unexplained payments raise big questions about how Mnangagwa is trying to stay in power. His rich friends clearly play an important part behind the scenes, using their money to influence what happens next in Zimbabwe. Everyone wonders if police officers will protect regular citizens or side with the president after receiving this extra cash.
People watching this situation think these payments aim to keep police officers loyal to Mnangagwa when citizens march against him. The police and army have long helped shut down protests from anyone who disagrees with the government. Nobody from the government has spoken officially about why police got this extra money. Critics say the timing looks suspicious—like a payment to ensure officers crack down hard on anyone who protests.
Civic groups and parties who oppose Mnangagwa plan these demonstrations because they want changes. They expect many thousands of angry citizens to join them on Monday. Most Zimbabweans struggle daily with sky-high prices, no jobs, and terrible living conditions. The people marching believe that Mnangagwa runs the country like a dictator, mistreats citizens, and has destroyed the economy.
The country waits nervously to see what happens when Monday arrives. These unexplained payments raise big questions about how Mnangagwa is trying to stay in power. His rich friends clearly play an important part behind the scenes, using their money to influence what happens next in Zimbabwe. Everyone wonders if police officers will protect regular citizens or side with the president after receiving this extra cash.
