A ZNLWVA press conference in Bulawayo was disrupted by unidentified youths claiming to have booked the venue. ZNLWVA chairman Ethan Mathibela asserted they had police clearance for the event. The war veterans plan to protest, addressing economic issues and demanding accountability from the government.
The press conference organized by the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) in Bulawayo was interrupted by a group of unidentified individuals claiming to have reserved the venue for a business meeting. This group asserted their affiliation with Youth Connect but did not disclose their identities. The lead member stated, “We are not here to provoke anyone, but we are here for our own meeting. We have our own business to attend to, just like you.”
Ethan Mathibela, the chairman of ZNLWVA, stated that they had informed the police about the press conference and received the necessary approval. Mathibela emphasized that he personally delivered the request to the Police Commissioner General, receiving clearance for the event. He expressed his surprise at the unexpected disruption by the group, noting, “Now, I am seeing these guys here.”
Following the disruption, the war veterans proceeded outside, where Mathibela continued to address the media, now under the watchful eye of police officers. During this outside address, one individual from the disruptive group seized Mathibela’s branded cap, leading to his removal by police officers.
In another important development, the ZNLWVA has informed law enforcement that it intends to hold a protest on Thursday, aiming to highlight the current economic crisis. Their demands include government accountability, economic freedom, and a cessation of corruption, tribalism, nepotism, as well as overall poor governance.
The incident at the ZNLWVA press conference illustrates the tensions and challenges faced by war veterans in Zimbabwe as they seek to voice their concerns amidst disruptive actions. With plans for a forthcoming protest, the ZNLWVA aims to address significant issues such as economic hardship and corruption within the government. The veterans’ determination to gain attention for these matters underscores their ongoing struggle for reforms and accountability.
Original Source: www.newzimbabwe.com
