Police want the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to take action against schools that have sent pupils home for safety reasons ahead of the March 31 demonstrations._
HARARE, Zimbabwe – Several private schools in Zimbabwe have sent pupils home, reportedly citing security concerns. The unrest follows calls by war veteran Blessed Geza for nationwide protests on March 31 to push President Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign.
This also comes after what Home Affairs Minister Kazembe Kazembe described as “stage-managed acts of arson” committed in Harare and Goromonzi on March 28. Kazembe further stated, “Government unreservedly condemns acts of arson in Sanyati today (March 29). The law enforcement agency is investigating the matter.”
In a statement issued Sunday, police assured that law and order are being maintained and that there are no restrictions on people’s movement in central business districts, workplaces or places of worship.
“No one will be stopped by police officers from moving into central business districts, going to work or attending church. The police will take stern action against anyone attempting to interfere with the public’s normal activities under the guise of perceived demonstrations or strikes,” the statement said.
Police also took a swipe at private schools and colleges that have sent learners home, saying they had done so based on unverified claims, revealing that the commissioner-general of police has engaged the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to take appropriate action against such institutions.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police warns school authorities, especially private schools, who have sent pupils home on false social media claims and indicated that they will be called back in May 2025,” the statement added. “The Commissioner-General of Police has engaged the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to take action on such private colleges and schools. The public should feel free to report anyone inciting violence, issuing threats or intimidating them to engage in unlawful acts.”
The development comes as the country faces heightened speculation over potential demonstrations, though authorities insist there is no threat to public safety.
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