by Staff Reporter
*HARARE* – Reverend (Apostle) Obediah Musindo, founder and President of the Destiny of Africa Network, has condemned plans for demonstrations slated for 31 July 2026, describing those involved as political fools and failed citizens with nothing to contribute to national development.
Musindo claims that there is no peaceful shutdown worldwide as the process ultimately results in anarchy.
Speaking at a church leaders’ solidarity gathering in Harare over this Wednesday, Musindo said the planned action had no place in a country focused on growth and unity under President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s development agenda.
“Only political fools and failed citizens who have nothing to bring or complement development or progress will take to the streets,” Musindo said.
“All those plotting to participate are anti-progress and agents of the devil. We cannot allow darkness to derail the light that is shining on this nation,” Musindo added.
Musindo took issue with the language being used by organisers, particularly the term ‘Shutdown’.
“There is nothing peaceful when those who plot the demonstrations select a term like Shutdown,” he said.
“Wherever in the world they say shutdown, it means there is no peace. That is the language of anarchy,” Musindo said.
He called on law enforcement agencies to act decisively against what he termed “malcontent and anarchy,” and to protect citizens, businesses and public property.
“The police and other security services must deal firmly with anyone seeking to disturb peace and stability. Our nation is building, not burning,” Musindo pleads.
The cleric urged Zimbabweans to go about their daily activities and reject the planned protests.
“I call upon all citizens and businesses to work and do their business as usual,” he said.
“Do not participate in such anti-progress activities which seek to deter President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s Vision and development agenda. The President is working to take Zimbabwe to an Upper Middle-Income Economy by 2030. We must support that vision, not sabotage it,” Musindo added.
Musindo said the church and other faith leaders have a responsibility to preach peace, productivity and self-sufficiency, in line with the theme of nation-building.
The planned demonstrations for 31 July have not been officially sanctioned by authorities. Police have previously warned that any gatherings must comply with the Maintenance of Peace and Order Act.
Government officials have consistently said Zimbabwe remains open to dialogue, but will not tolerate violence or disruption of economic activity.