Zimbabwe is once again facing a deep political crisis. The ruling party, Zanu PF, is being torn apart from within. At the center of this battle is President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his deputy, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga. The two men who once worked together to remove Robert Mugabe in 2017 are now locked in a brutal fight for power — and the future of Zimbabwe is hanging in the balance.
A key figure in this unfolding crisis is Blessed Geza, a war veteran and former Zanu PF central committee member. Geza has become a loud voice against Mnangagwa. He is calling for the president to resign immediately, accusing him of trying to hold onto power beyond what the law allows. Mnangagwa’s second term ends in 2028, but there are signs that he wants to stay in power until 2030 — or even seek a third term. Although he denies these claims, his allies are already pushing the agenda publicly.
Geza is not alone. Many war veterans are now backing him. These are the same people who fought for Zimbabwe’s independence and have long supported Zanu PF. But now, they say Mnangagwa has betrayed the revolution. They argue that during the liberation struggle, Mnangagwa was not a real fighter — he spent most of the war in Zambia. Now, they believe he has turned his back on the people who made sacrifices for the country.
Geza’s criticism has angered the ruling elite. Zanu PF responded by expelling him from the party. But this move has only made him more popular among frustrated veterans and citizens. He threatened to launch a “final push” to remove Mnangagwa — a strategy once used by the late opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai against Mugabe. Although Geza later denied making a direct threat, he remains committed to removing Mnangagwa from office.
The president is in a tight corner. On one side, he faces pressure from ordinary Zimbabweans who are tired of years of suffering, unemployment, and broken promises. On the other side, his own allies — including Chiwenga and powerful war veterans — are turning against him. The same people who helped him take over in 2017 are now plotting his downfall. If the military switches sides, Mnangagwa’s rule could collapse overnight.
Mnangagwa’s record does not help him. Though he promised a new Zimbabwe after Mugabe, he continued the same oppressive leadership. His government has been accused of corruption, human rights abuses, and using violence to silence critics. He is linked to the 1980s Gukurahundi massacres, and to this day, opposition voices are jailed, and freedom of speech is limited. His leadership has disappointed many Zimbabweans who once had hope.
The international community has also taken notice. In 2020, the United States imposed sanctions on Mnangagwa and his close allies over corruption and abuse. Britain has followed with its own measures. Zimbabwe is now isolated on the world stage, and the economy is falling apart. Prices are rising. Jobs are scarce. The people are suffering while their leaders fight over power.
Geza and the war veterans say this fight is not just about one man — it is about saving Zimbabwe from total collapse. They accuse Mnangagwa’s government of nepotism and looting public funds. Their goal is to bring in leadership that respects the sacrifices of the liberation struggle and focuses on rebuilding the country.
But many Zimbabweans are losing hope. They remember the promises made in 2017 and the reality that followed. Now, with talk of coups, resignations, and uprisings, the fear of political violence is growing. The country is in deep trouble — and this power struggle is making it worse.
In the end, the army, the war veterans, and the people will decide what happens next. Zimbabwe stands at a crossroads. Will it move toward change, or sink further into chaos? The next few months could define the future of the nation. And the world is watching.