The Public Service Commission (PSC) is taking a hardline stance against civil servants who might heed war veteran Blessed Geza’s call for a nationwide stayaway. Geza’s ultimatum to President Emmerson Mnangagwa has sparked a standoff between the government and those pushing for change.
Geza’s call for Zimbabweans to stay home on April 22 and 23 has been branded “the final push” to oust President Mnangagwa from power. He claims the President is unfit to govern due to alleged health issues. But the PSC is having none of it.
Civil servants who fail to report for duty on the specified days will face disciplinary action, including charges of insubordination and dereliction of duty. The PSC is determined to maintain essential services and ensure the government continues to function normally.
The stayaway call has put civil servants in a difficult position. Will they heed Geza’s call and risk their jobs, or will they prioritize their duties and ignore the protest? The outcome will determine the impact of Geza’s action and the government’s resolve to maintain order.
The stayaway call is not just about Geza’s demands; it’s also about the government’s ability to maintain control and ensure the continuation of essential services. The PSC’s warning sends a clear message: the government will not tolerate any disruption to its operations.
