Kenya exploded into post election violence that left over 100 of that country’s citizens dead following accusations that President Mwai Kibaki had stole his way to re-election.According to sources, police officers who had taken their leave or off days have been recalled back to ensure adequate security personnel before, during and after the June 27 run-off poll.Zimbabwe police spokesperson, Wayne Bvudzijena, confirmed the development when contacted for comment.
It’s very normal and procedural for police officers to be recalled back from leave whenever the situation arises,’ said Bvudzijena in a telephone interview. The police would not hesitate to use force to deal with election related violence before and after the June 27 elections.Zimbabwe’s police are credited with ensuring Mugabe’s continued hold on power. Ironically, the police officers are among the struggling country’s workforce that has not been spared the harsh effects of the economic decline.
Scores of officers have been arrested on corruption charges as they struggle to make ends meet in the country’s hyper-inflationary environment.