Military sources have revealed that over 200 senior government officials have fled Zimbabwe over the past week after the speech by war veteran leader, Bombshell Geza.
Officials are leaving for Zambia and South Africa and are from both from he Chiwenga and Mnangagwa factions.
This week, over 174 emergency passports were applied for by senior government officials. Most Zimbabwean government officials’s children are already residing outside Zimbabwe.
Key events for Today
1. President Hakainde Hichilema attends the inauguration of Namibian President, Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah in Namibia. Mnangagwa will also attend the event.
2. Blessed Mhlanga Bail hearing on today
Please watch the video above this post for more details
Topics
1. UZ criminology and criminal law exam paper leaked resulting in the examination being postponed. Blessed Mhlangwa was due to sit for the exam.
2. EU is not providing Zimbabwe with funding due to its failure to service $13 Billion in debt. Zimbabwe’s current debt stands at $21 Billion and is increasing by 1 billion a week. Zimbabwe is failing to access the Global Gateway fund. The EU Ambassador to Zimbabwe Jobst Von Kirchmann says this has nothing to do with sanctions.
3. Sophia Machemba and Enock Chanengeta who died in the same Dzivarasekwa accident are being mourned at their respective parents’ homes. 27 year Guylord Hunda was reversing and was rammed by a truck while driving without a licence.
4. Beitbridge and Insiza experiences the largest number of teen pregnancies and teen marriages. 6000 teen pregnancies and 85 000 teen marraiages were recorded in 2024.
5. Chamisa has not tweeted since Geza issued his statement.
Business
Innscor revenue of over half a billion for half year to December 2024
Africa
Confusion on the status of Botswana woman, Lesedi Molapisi, who was arrested in Bangladesh and was due to be executed today with reports that she has already been executed.
Entertainment
1. Miss UZ, Chengeto Kanyai is among those that will contesting as Miss Ebony 2025. The winner will walk away with a car, cash and three nights at Cresta Lodges.
Sports
Zimbabwe drew 2-2 with Benin in an empty stadium. Marshal Munetsi and Knowledge Musona scored.
Community
Mve
Notes
MEDIA PRESS
*Student Leader Darlington Matola Faces Security Threats After Challenging University’s Currency Policy: A Call to Action for a Safe Campus Environment*
The Zimbabwe Independent Movement is deeply concerned about the security and well-being of our member, Darlington Matola, a student leader at Great Zimbabwe University. In a disturbing letter addressed to the Security Director on campus, Matola has revealed that he is facing security threats that have left him fearing for his safety.
This development comes after Matola successfully challenged the university’s decision to only accept US dollars as payment, instead of the local Zimbabwean currency. In 2024, Matola worked with Matutu and Mureri Legal Practitioners to take the university administration to court, arguing that the policy was unfair to students. The court ruled in favor of the students, allowing them to pay fees in local currency.
Despite not holding any official position in the student leadership, Matola has continued to be a vocal advocate for students’ rights, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to fighting for the interests of his fellow students.
However, since his victory in court, Matola has been facing intimidation and security threats. According to Matola, he has been receiving suspicious knocks on his door and is being monitored and intimidated by unnamed individuals. These alarming incidents have created a hostile and intimidating environment for Matola, hindering his ability to continue advocating for students’ rights.
Furthermore, we have been made aware of a hearing scheduled for the 24th of this month, which we believe is a deliberate attempt to stifle Matola’s dissenting voice. We urge the university administration to desist from any attempts to silence or intimidate student leaders and instead focus on creating a safe and secure environment for all students.
We as a movement do not expect the expulsion of Matola, and we will be monitoring the situation closely to ensure that his rights are protected.
The Zimbabwe Independent Movement condemns these security threats in the strongest terms and demands that the university administration takes immediate action to ensure Matola’s safety and security. We call upon the university authorities to:
1. Conduct a thorough investigation into these security threats and take necessary measures to identify and bring to justice those responsible.
2. Provide adequate security measures to protect Matola and ensure his safety on campus.
3. Create a safe and secure environment for all students, free from intimidation and harassment.
We urge the university administration to take these demands seriously and to prioritize the safety and security of all students.
We call upon all students, staff, and members of the university community to stand in solidarity with Matola and demand a safe and secure campus environment for all.
*Contact:*
[Gen L Sithole ]
National Chairperson, Zimbabwe Independent Movement
Brightlife.foundation@yahoo.com
[+263787425692]
Note to Editor:
– A copy of Matola’s letter to the Security Director is available upon request.
– The Zimbabwe Independent Movement is a student-led organization that advocates for students’ rights and interests.
– For more information or to arrange an interview, please contact Gen L Sithole at Brightlife.foundation@yahoo.com or [+263787425692/+27619214399 ].
