Staff Reporter
Political analysts have strongly criticized war veteran Blessed Geza’s calls for nationwide protests on March 31, saying his approach is reckless and should not be entertained.
Geza, who was recently expelled from ZANU PF, released a video again last night on YouTube, urging people to take to the streets on the 31st of March. His statement has drawn backlash, with experts warning that public demonstrations are not a responsible way to address political matters.
Dr. Tafadzwa Moyo, a political analyst, said Geza’s approach lacks strategy and could create unnecessary tension. “There are proper channels for addressing concerns, and reckless calls for mass action only serve to disrupt order. Inciting unrest is not a solution,” Moyo said
Security expert Nomsa Dube warned that such calls could escalate into violence. “Mass protests often lead to destruction of property and clashes with security forces. Encouraging people to take to the streets in this manner is highly irresponsible,” Dube stated.
She also stated that in accordance with the laws of the country, individuals engaging in online terror campaigns will be accounted for. She added that “The long arm of the country`s law will certainly catch up with abusers of social media, either locally or foreign based. Those in the diaspora should take heed as promoters of online publications are on the list of those to be deported home and subjected to due legal processes.”
Dube pointed out that international laws respect individual state sovereignty hence foreign funders, including embassy staff who are collaborating with locals to promote uprisings, will be named and shamed.
Elsewhere, legal expert Advocate Simbarashe Chikore noted that Geza’s statements could have legal consequences. “Incitement to public violence is a serious offense. Authorities will not hesitate to act against those who encourage lawlessness,” Chikore said.
Political commentator Brighton Nyathi also condemned Geza’s approach, arguing that such calls do not contribute to meaningful political engagement. “Leaders should promote constructive dialogue, not fuel disorder,” he said.
Authorities have since increased security across the country, with police on high alert to prevent any unlawful gatherings on March 31.
Locals also took to social media to dissuade each other from engaging in acts of civil unrest and to reject any attempts to incite instability. Social media platforms were awash with messages like, “Calls for protests with no clear objectives do more harm than good. There must be a focus on peaceful engagement, not confrontation.”
Analysts have also opined that Zimbabweans are a peace-loving people and Geza`s calls for uprisings will fall on deaf ears.
