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Heavy police presence ahead of 31 March protests
Police are organising to crash the demonstrations, but fear the army may not support them if they are overwhelmed or may actually join the people’s side.
Zimbabweans are bracing themselves for March 31 with anxiety running high after war veterans who belong to the ruling Zanu PF’s military-backed faction repeatedly called for street protests to remove the beleaguered President Emmerson Mnangagwa, saying he has dismally failed and destroyed the country through nepotism, corruption and incompetence.
The looming anti-govevernment protests have created public anxiety, with citizens expressing deep frustration over various issues, including economic hardships, corruption and human rights abuses.
Police are organising to crash the demonstrations, but fear the army may not support them if they are overwhelmed or may actually join the people’s side.
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Zimbabweans are bracing themselves for March 31 with anxiety running high after war veterans who belong to the ruling Zanu PF's military-backed faction repeatedly called for street protests to remove the beleaguered President Emmerson Mnangagwa, saying he has dismally failed… pic.twitter.com/rSfEXMKWtd
The planned protests have sparked concerns about potential violence and crackdowns by authorities, particularly as two Zanu PF factions are locked in fierce infighting.
Zimbabwe has a long history of suppressing dissent using state security forces and brute force; many fear this may turn into a bloodbath.
The protests are also seen as a response to the government’s recent policies, including the hike in numerous taxes, which has made it difficult for many Zimbabweans to have disposable income.
As the protest date approaches, many Zimbabweans are anxious about what might happen next.
The situation remains tense, with war veterans warning police to avoid standing in the people’s way and Mnangagwa’s allies issuing threats in reaction.
