Zanu-PF says Geza attacks on Mnangagwa treasonous

Zanu-PF has condemned the relentless attacks on President Emmerson Mnangagwa by outspoken war veterans' leader Blessed Runesu Geza, calling them “outlandish, treasonable, and egregious,” as the party's internal power struggle intensifies.

In a statement, Zanu-PF spokesman Chris Mutsvangwa sharply rebuked Geza's consistent and vicious criticism of Mnangagwa, particularly over the President's leadership and his ambitions for a third term. Mutsvangwa emphasized that the ruling party is actively addressing the issue and would not tolerate such open revolt, labeling the war veterans' actions as detrimental to the unity and stability of the party.

"The continuous vitriolic attacks by Blessed Runesu Geza and his faction of war veterans against the leadership of President Mnangagwa are unacceptable. They are not only outlandish but also treasonable and egregious," Mutsvangwa said. "We are fully seized with this matter, and appropriate measures will be taken."



The war veterans, many of whom are influential members of the party, have openly declared war on Mnangagwa, accusing him of failing to deliver on his promises to the people of Zimbabwe. The group, which once played a pivotal role in Mnangagwa's rise to power, now believes that his leadership has been marked by what they describe as “brazen nepotism, cronyism, economic mismanagement, corruption, and incompetence.”

At the heart of the conflict lies the deepening rivalry between Mnangagwa and his Vice President, Constantino Chiwenga, which has turned into a proxy battle for control over the party and the future of Zimbabwe. The war veterans have strongly opposed Mnangagwa's bid for a third term, arguing that his rule has failed to address the economic challenges facing the country and has only exacerbated the suffering of ordinary Zimbabweans.

In recent weeks, Geza and other war veterans have intensified their calls for Mnangagwa to step down, with some even suggesting that his continued leadership threatens the country's democratic process. The fallout has prompted divisions within Zanu-PF, as different factions vie for control of the party ahead of future elections.

Zanu-PF's response, however, shows no signs of backing down. The party is determined to maintain a united front despite the growing tensions between its top leaders. Mutsvangwa assured that any attempts to destabilize the party would be dealt with swiftly and decisively.

As the battle for succession rages on, Zimbabwe's political landscape remains fraught with uncertainty, with war veterans continuing to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the ruling party. Whether their calls for Mnangagwa's removal will be heeded or whether the President can weather this storm will depend on how effectively he can navigate the internal struggles within his own party.