Blessed Geza
Blessed Geza is a member of the ruling Zanu-PF central committee in Zimbabwe and has been vocal in opposing President Emmerson Mnangagwa's rumored plans to extend his presidency beyond the constitutional term limit. His critical stance during interviews has drawn attention, leading to the arrest of journalist Blessed Mhlanga, who reported on Geza’s comments.
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His strongest internal critic, Blessed Geza, died last week in South Africa after being expelled from the party for opposing the 2030 plan.
Mnangagwa Becomes Mugabe: Zimbabwe Moves to Scrap Elections and Extend Rule to 2030 - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2026-02-11
Blessed Geza called for the demonstrations against President Mnangagwa.
95 arrested for Zimbabwe anti-government protests
Kenya· 2025-04-01
Blessed Geza has spoken out against moves to keep President Mnangagwa in power beyond his term.
95 arrests after demonstration calling for president to resign
United Kingdom· 2025-04-01
Blessed Geza is a veteran of the ZANU-PF who has been expelled from the party and is currently in hiding.
Zimbabwe cities empty, security tight after protest callKenya· 2025-03-31
Blessed Geza is the protest leader urging Zimbabweans to stand against President Mnangagwa.
Harare shuts down as Blessed Geza calls for Emmerson Mnangagwa to resignUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-31Blessed 'Bombshell' Geza has gone into hiding and been expelled from the ruling party for his outspoken remarks.
Zimbabwe, President Mnangagwa, Blessed Geza and the drama of successionUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-13
Blessed Geza is a war veteran and member of Zanu-PF’s central committee who publicly criticized the party's plans.
Will Mnangagwa actually step down? Some in his own party are sceptical – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-03-03
Blessed Geza condemned President Mnangagwa’s rumored plans to hang on to power beyond 2028.
Zimbabwe journalist detained for interviewing official critical of Mnangagwa
Tanzania· 2025-02-26