The Zimbabwe military was deployed in Harare on July 2, 2025, primarily as a response to heightened political tensions following a public address by opposition activist Blessed Geza, who warned that the ruling regime was “living on borrowed time.” Within less than 12 hours of Geza’s statement, military armored vehicles and troops were seen rolling through the streets of Harare, sparking speculation and concern among residents.
The Zimbabwe Defence Forces described the deployment as “routine drills” and standard military operations, aiming to maintain readiness amid the tense political atmosphere. However, the timing of the deployment raised questions given the political context and echoes of the 2017 military intervention that led to the ousting of former President Robert Mugabe.
Earlier in June 2025, the Zimbabwe National Army had also conducted a planned field training exercise in several Harare suburbs, which was publicly announced and emphasized as non-combative and routine.
Please watch the video above this post for more details
Key events for today
ZANU-PF central committee today. Leading into other half events till Friday.
Trending Topics
1. Tagwirei Shocking award for Harare Chirundu road.
2. Chibaya acquited of public violence charges
3. P-Diddy denied bail. Courts are closed till Monday and decision on bail will be made then. Cassie is opposing Sean “Diddy” Combs’ release from federal custody until he is sentenced.
4. Trump Africa summit to be held feom 9-11 July in Washington DC, involving Presidents of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal.
5. Perina Zhou dies in fire
Business
1. DA supports lower inflation target. Inflation is expected to go to 3.9% from 4.4%.
2. Invicta Holdings is establishing a start-up in North America as part of a strategy to generate more than 50% of its revenue from outside South Africa. Reasons include unreliable energy supplies, and GNU uncertainties.
3. Top selling South African Cars 2025
Africa
1. USAID officially shuts and will no longer offer foreign aid. The US Department of state will take a lead in administering foreign assistance programs.
2. AU plane crash in Mogadishu killing 5 peacekeepers.
3. Balthazar Engonga sentenced to 18 years in jail
Entertainment
1. Gamakwe features Shashl. Contact Gambakwe for a feature.
2. Excitement builds for the Hollywoodbets Durban July 2025, set for July 5 at Greyville Racecourse, featuring a “Marvels of Mzansi” theme celebrating South African culture, with appearances by popular personalities and a star-studded music lineup
Community
Mve two for one promotion for UK customers
Notes
Statement by the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the AUSSOM Helicopter Crash in Somalia.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf @ymahmoudali expresses his profound sorrow at the tragic loss of five peacekeepers following the crash of an @aussom_ helicopter operated by the Ugandan contingent in Mogadishu, Somalia, on 2 July 2025.
The Chairperson conveys his deepest condolences to the families of the fallen personnel, to the Government and people of the Republic of Uganda, and to the entire AUSSOM family. He wishes a swift and full recovery to all those injured, including civilians.
Mr. Youssouf affirms the African Union’s commitment to ensuring that the sacrifice of these brave peacekeepers continues to advance the cause of peace, stability, and security in Somalia.
