Zimbabwe police ramp up security ahead of planned July 31 shutdown over constitutional changes
Zimbabwean police have increased security ahead of a planned nationwide shutdown on July 31, called by opposition groups protesting proposed constitutional changes. Authorities said additional personnel were being deployed to maintain public order. Opposition figures argue the proposed changes would entrench the ruling party's position.
Zimbabwean police announced increased security measures ahead of a nationwide shutdown that opposition groups plan to hold in protest of proposed constitutional changes. Officials said additional personnel were being deployed to major urban centers to maintain public order.
Opposition groups argue the government's proposed constitutional changes would entrench the ruling party's position and narrow the political space available to opposition voices. Government officials said the changes were intended to strengthen governance.
Previous demonstrations have seen sporadic tension, and security forces signaled they would intervene earlier this time. Civil society organizations called on all sides to act with restraint and avoid violence.
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