CIO TARGETS WAR VETERANS LEADER MATHIBELA
The Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) is after the chairman of the Zimbabwe National War Veterans Association, Andreas Ethan Mathibela. The CIO, which is part of the President’s Office and run by the State Security minister, has labeled Mathibela “a person of security interest.” They have sent a message to immigration officers all over the country, saying Mathibela must not be allowed to leave Zimbabwe. They want him to stay in the country because he is now a wanted man.
Mathibela is one of the leaders of the war veterans who have been speaking out against President Emmerson Mnangagwa. He has been demanding that Mnangagwa must step down because he has failed the country. The CIO is not happy about this and is keeping a close eye on Mathibela to make sure he does not flee.
The political tension in Zimbabwe is getting worse. There are now two groups fighting for power within the ruling party, ZANU PF. One group supports President Mnangagwa, while the other supports Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga. These two groups are not hiding their fight anymore. They are openly clashing as they both want to control the party. The leadership struggle is becoming more intense, and both sides are preparing for a tough battle.
Mathibela is not the only war veteran leader speaking out. Another leader, Blessed Geza, has called for a popular uprising to remove Mnangagwa from power on 31 March. Geza believes that the only way to fix the country’s problems is to get rid of Mnangagwa. This call for an uprising has added more tension to an already unstable situation.
The war veterans are angry because they feel betrayed by Mnangagwa. They fought for independence, but now they see that the promises made to them have not been kept. They expected better treatment and more support from the government, but they feel ignored and mistreated. They believe that Mnangagwa has failed to deliver on his promises, and they are fed up with the current situation.
People are scared that this fight within ZANU PF could lead to more violence and chaos. In the past, political fights in Zimbabwe have often turned violent. Many Zimbabweans are worried that the situation might get out of control, especially with calls for an uprising being made publicly.
Some people are saying that Mnangagwa is afraid of losing power, and that’s why he is using the CIO to silence his critics. Others think that the fight between him and Chiwenga is becoming dangerous for the country. They fear that Zimbabwe might end up in chaos if the situation is not handled carefully.
The fact that Mathibela is being targeted shows that the government is trying to control those who speak out against Mnangagwa. It also shows that the leadership fight within ZANU PF is real and serious. The authorities are trying to keep control by watching those who are speaking out. But this only adds to the fear and tension in the country.
People are asking why Mnangagwa is not addressing the real issues that the war veterans are raising. Instead of listening to their complaints and finding solutions, the government is going after them. This makes people wonder if Mnangagwa is too weak to deal with the challenges he faces. If he truly had support, he would not need to use force to silence those who disagree with him.
Many are waiting to see what will happen on 31 March when Geza’s call for an uprising is supposed to take place. Will people take to the streets? Will there be violence? Nobody knows for sure. But one thing is clear: Zimbabwe is at a crossroads. The fight for power within ZANU PF is tearing the party apart, and the people of Zimbabwe are watching closely.
As the situation unfolds, it is important for Zimbabweans to stay informed and cautious. The future of the country is uncertain, and everyone is hoping that things do not get worse. The fight within ZANU PF is not just about the party—it affects the entire nation. It is time for the leaders to put the country first and find a peaceful solution before things spiral out of control.
