Zimbabwe Police Forced to Swear Loyalty as Mnangagwa's Regime Panics
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officers are now required to sign fidelity documents stating that they will adhere to all directives issued by Commissioner General Stephen Mutomba, as reported by NewZimbabwe.com.
The documents, one of which was obtained by NewZimbabwe.com, were being distributed throughout various police stations and outposts across the nation prior to and following Monday’s ‘stay-away’ event.
Introduced as a 'Service Oath,' the document addresses a $50 undocumented stipend provided to all ZRP officers, which was credited just prior to war veteran Blessed Geza's protest on March 31st.
"Faithfully, truthfully, and using my utmost judgment, skills, and abilities, I will carry out and fulfill the responsibilities expected of me as a member of the ZRP," states a portion of the oath.
I will not reveal or share any information obtained through this employment without proper authorization.
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On Monday, the streets in most of Zimbabwe’s urban areas were nearly deserted as police patrolled with very few people around. Citizens opted not to participate in a protest organized by war veterans who were against President Emmerson Mnangagwa's intention to remain in power illegally until 2030.
Includes the following pledge: "Being a police officer, I am obligated to be accessible for duties around the clock and can at any moment be reassigned by the Commissioner General of Police to serve in any unit, division, sector, or station across various regions of Zimbabwe, fulfilling any responsibilities entrusted to me."
Political Analyst Pride Mkono stated that these developments were expected, as Mnangagwa's administration quickly came to terms with the realization that their time in power was drawing to an end.
"This is part of a series of tactics used by authoritarian governments. In Zimbabwe, these measures precede potential uprisings due to the declining popularity of the Zanu PF administration," stated Mkono.
It’s likely you’ll observe numerous other operations within various state security entities. This isn’t surprising; Mnangagwa understands that his departure is imminent.
This indicates that his administration is becoming anxious. The reinforcement of power is happening as divisions have torn apart the governing party.
In public speeches, Geza urged state security forces to support the citizens in ousting Mnangagwa, who aims to remain in power beyond his constitutionally allowed two-term limit.
He pledged enhanced work environments and increased salaries, drawing parallels with the US$50 'bonus' provided to the officers.
Even though he made assurances, numerous trucks filled with riot police armed with batons were spotted moving through Harare, Masvingo, and Bulawayo.
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