In the midst of mounting concerns, ZANU PF’s questionable priorities are once again under scrutiny. The same president who bolstered a fuel cartel through soaring prices, back in January 2020, and was tied to the Zuva fuel retailer, now threatens to restrict citizens’ access to public places and essential services. This move, while disregarding the deterioration of service delivery under his leadership, raises serious questions about his commitment to the welfare of the people.
NEGLECTING THE PEOPLE: ZANU PF’S DISTURBING AGENDA
Despite holding a mere 10% stake in a company striving to displace the Chilonga people from their ancestral lands, the president and his party, ZANU PF, have shown a disregard for public services and citizens’ concerns. The stark reality is that ZANU PF’s interests often supersede the welfare of its citizens, creating a worrying pattern of disinterest. Notably, the party seems to neglect its responsibilities even towards international bodies like the World Food Program.
THE THREAT OF FORCED VACCINATIONS AND DEMOCRATIC EROSION
The current administration’s push for forced vaccinations has sparked alarms, specifically regarding the erosion of democratic principles. It’s imperative to recognize that the government should not coerce mass vaccinations or strip citizens of fundamental rights such as healthcare and education. These constitutional liberties are non-negotiable, yet ZANU PF’s actions risk violating them.
RECKONING WITH A QUESTIONABLE PAST
Considering the president’s involvement in past human rights violations, including the gukurahundi ethnic cleansing and the violent suppression of citizens’ rights, the sudden concern for citizens’ health is met with skepticism. The heavy-handed approach towards dissenters suggests that power and profit remain dominant motives, overshadowing genuine care for the population’s wellbeing.
UNRAVELING THE MOTIVES BEHIND COERCED VACCINATIONS
The motivation behind coerced vaccinations becomes clearer when dissecting the potential benefits for President Mnangagwa. Achieving herd immunity through vaccination could conveniently serve ZANU PF’s interests by justifying the suspension of opposition-favoring by-elections and securing the 2023 elections. The party’s urgency and willingness to infringe on basic rights underline its profit-driven strategy.
PROFIT OVER PEOPLE: ZANU PF’S ALARMING PRACTICES
ZANU PF’s willingness to endorse vaccines despite reported casualties underscores its profit-oriented mindset. Even in the face of concerns, such as the death of an individual who received the Sinopharm vaccine, the party remains unmoved, suggesting its primary concern lies elsewhere. While responsible nations halt vaccine usage due to complications, ZANU PF appears driven solely by financial gains.
GAINING LEVERAGE: ZANU PF’S PLOY WITH UNSAFE VACCINES
Beyond monetary incentives for endorsing questionable vaccines, ZANU PF secures Chinese backing in the United Nations Security Council, shielding itself from international sanctions. This arrangement allows the party to persist in violating human rights and pillaging national resources without fear of repercussions.
A DIM FUTURE UNDER ZANU PF’S AGENDA
In summation, ZANU PF’s profit-centric agenda further jeopardizes citizens’ already compromised rights. Fundamental liberties like healthcare and education have suffered due to negligence and a draining of skilled professionals. By embracing unsafe vaccines, ZANU PF puts its own interests first, leaving Zimbabweans as unwitting subjects in a dangerous experiment.
As citizens grapple with an uncertain future, the undeniable truth emerges: ZANU PF’s agenda prioritizes profit over people, threatening the core values of democracy, welfare, and human rights.