Zimbabwean socialite and self-proclaimed prophet Ardour Java, a robust supporter of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has mocked the March 31 nationwide protest led by activist Blessed Geza.
In a video filmed on the day of the protests, Java ridiculed Geza, suggesting the demonstration was merely an early April Fools’ prank.
The Nationwide Shutdown Protest
The protest noticed many Zimbabweans keep residence from work in defiance of financial hardships and governance points. It was broadly noticed, with experiences indicating that companies in a number of areas remained closed.
Nonetheless, Java, identified for his flamboyant persona and controversial statements, took to social media throughout the protests to ridicule Geza’s position within the demonstration. In his video, Java claimed Geza had “hidden in a shell” whereas others protested. He went additional, suggesting that Geza was fooling individuals, saying the activist had staged the demonstration as an early April Fools’ prank forward of April 1.
Java said that after analysing Comrade Bombshell’s situation, he believed Geza was making an attempt to focus on that 1 April is April Fools’ Day however forgot to make clear that he was joking.
In a very pointed jab, Java appeared alongside his canines and named one after Geza’s nickname, “Bombshell.” This transfer has sparked blended reactions, with some laughing on the mockery whereas others criticized Java for downplaying a severe political occasion.
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Listed below are the social media reactions:
Tinomuda Machona: “Haha, Java at all times brings the humor! Geza had it coming. This protest was by no means going anyplace.”
RutendoMoyo: “I like how Java doesn’t maintain again. Geza was tryna make us imagine in one thing that was by no means going to occur…Mashura“
Reminiscence Mbewe: “Java is true, Geza actually didn’t present up. Why fake it’s a protest if the chief isn’t even main?”
Reactions from Geza’s Supporters
Geza has in a roundabout way responded to Java’s remarks, however his supporters have defended him, arguing that the protest was a daring assertion towards financial hardships within the nation.
Jah Vybz Tutiz:”U are only a ineffective boy why do u discover pleasure within the distress of ur ow n struggling nation man probably the most excessive is watching u”
Mbulelo: “This isn’t humorous, Java. Individuals are struggling, and also you’re making a mockery of their ache.”
Tawanda53: “This isn’t the time for jokes. Geza could not have been within the streets, however the protest nonetheless confirmed that persons are annoyed with the federal government.”
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