By A Correspondent
Zanu PF Youth League leader Taurai Kandishaya has attempted to downplay the recent warning issued by war veteran Blessed Geza to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, regarding potential tampering with the Zimbabwean constitution.
Geza, who has been a vocal critic of the government, cautioned Mnangagwa against any actions that could undermine the country’s constitution, adding that citizens’ power could eventually remove him from office if he did not respect the rule of law.
Speaking in response to Geza’s stern remarks, Kandishaya dismissed the concerns raised by the war veteran, framing his comments as irrelevant and disconnected from the current initiatives that the government has underway.
“Since wakamirira signal yaGeza, imboresponder to the following signals,” Kandishaya said during an address on Tuesday.
He then went on to list several government initiatives aimed at benefiting young Zimbabweans.
“Zimbabwe Youths Council varikuvhurira youths macompany,” Kandishaya highlighted, pointing to the establishment of youth-led businesses through the Youths Council.
He also referenced the Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC) providing young people with walking tractors to aid their agricultural ventures.
“AFC irikupa maWalking tractor wozobhadhara mbichana mbichana,” Kandishaya added, suggesting that these initiatives were part of the government’s ongoing commitment to empower young people.
Kandishaya continued to emphasize the government’s efforts, mentioning that presidential scholarship applications were underway and that the Ministry of Lands was accepting applications for land, which he framed as key opportunities for youth involvement in the country’s development.
“Land application at the Ministry of Lands, and Munhumutapa youths housing scheme,” he stated.
The Zanu PF youth leader also directed his comments at those who criticized the ruling party’s wealth accumulation, asserting that the youth initiatives were designed to lift people out of poverty. “Kindly respond to the above signals wangu, ndodzakapfumisa vese vaunoti vakapfuma nemusangano,” he said, urging critics to acknowledge the practical steps being taken to improve the lives of Zimbabweans.
Kandishaya’s comments appear to be an attempt to dismiss Geza’s call for constitutional adherence by focusing on the government’s tangible initiatives, which he believes demonstrate the ruling party’s commitment to the development of the country.