Geza’s Call For Change: Self Interest or A noble Cause?

A comrade Blessed Runesu Geza, recently rose to fame on the political landscape, making waves by rallying cries for a change in government leadership. The war veteran has captured the nation’s interest with fiery remarks and heartfelt speeches, leaving many to wonder what drives this movement for change and what his the bone of contention between him and the  president and the ruling party Zanu-PF as a whole?

However, as Zimbabwe anxiously watches, a lingering question remains: does this newly emerged political figure seek the top spot for himself, or is he genuinely advocating for a new era of leadership? In an interview with Heart and Soul TV, Geza suggested that the president of Zimbabwe, Doctor Emerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa dissolve the cabinet and give him a seat on the high table along with the benefits like luxury cars and body guards. His unclear objectives have generated a great deal of controversy. Some have praised him as a visionary, while others have branded him as a power-hungry opportunist.

By Gamuchirai Mapako

One thing is certain as the country is on the edge of uncertainty, the stakes are high and Geza’s decisions will have lasting consequences if his words come to pass. Will he usher in a new era of prosperity and progress, or will his ambitions pave the way for chaos and instability?

Today the secretary for information of Zanu-PF, Christopher Hatikure Mutsvangwa  suggested during a press conference that Geza is a puppet being controlled by a bigger hand. But whose hand?

“They are trying to abuse one of our comrades whom they are constantly putting on television for this or for that… some of the intelligence being given is wrong..”,

said minister Mutsvangwa.

Geza on his quest for change says he is representing the war veterans who are more deserving of the high positions being to the people he referred to as lacking and “grade sevens”. The war veteran said “there are generals, retired CIOs, retired commissioners of police and other senior officers” whom he believes are worthy of becoming leaders of the nation. This brings to attention the position of the military in Zimbabwean politics and some cannot  help but wonder if history will repeat itself, if the Zimbabweans will have to go through another 2017 and do those rallying behind him comprehend the potential implications of his words?

When all is said and done, can a genuine desire for reform coexist with personal ambition, or are these two mutually exclusive?

Since Geza does not wish to have the presidential seat for himself, who is he rooting for?