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Busani Bafana
Busani Bafana is a journalist based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
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Civil Society Space in Southern Africa Shrinking as Government Repression Rises
Governments in Southern Africa are enacting laws that restrict civil society organizations, leading to a shrinking space for civil society and an increase in human rights violations. CIVICUS highlights that a significant portion of the global population lives in countries with severe restrictions on civil liberties. Zimbabwe's upcoming national elections are of particular concern, with the government approving laws that could criminalize activities deemed against national interests. United Nations experts and civil society organizations warn of the negative impacts of such legislation on human rights and democracy. Similar situations are reported in Angola and Mozambique, where governments are using the pretext of combating terrorism to pass laws that could stifle civil society. Civil society advocates call for international support and urge governments to adhere to human rights conventions.
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Marshall Bwanya
Marshall Bwanya is a journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
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19 rogue police recruits arrested over Harare attacks on civilians
Nineteen police recruits were arrested following a rampage in Harare's CBD, where they beat up civilians without provocation. The incident occurred on the evening of August 18, 2023, and has brought renewed fear among locals due to past security force brutality. The police spokesman, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi, confirmed the arrests and assured the public of the police's professionalism. The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum condemned the attacks, suggesting they could intimidate voters ahead of the upcoming elections. President Emmerson Mnangagwa, criticized for previous acts of brutality, is attempting to present a peaceful leadership image as the country approaches a crucial poll.
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Kudzai Chimhangwa
Kudzai Chimhangwa is an independent journalist. I regularly travel to Namibia, Mozambique, Botswana, Malawi and South Africa in pursuit of news assignments. I have worked as a staff reporter in Namibia and Zimbabwe for independent publications and been freelancing thereafter for 7 years. ...
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Can Zimbabwe handle the coronavirus amid a collapsing health care system?
Zimbabwe confirmed its first COVID-19 casualty, raising concerns about the country's ability to handle the pandemic given its fragile healthcare system and poor internet access. Zororo Makamba, a 30-year-old known for his video series, died from the virus. Healthcare workers have gone on strike due to a lack of personal protective equipment, and President Mnangagwa has banned large gatherings and closed educational institutions. Civil society groups are calling for a national effort to strengthen the healthcare system and improve access to information.
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Farayi Machamire
farayi Machamire is a journalist.
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Human right forum appeals to judiciary as Job Sikhala, others clock 35 days in pre-trial detention
The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum has called on the judiciary to investigate the denial of bail for 15 members of the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), who have been detained for over a month on charges of public violence. The Forum accuses the government of politicizing bail decisions and targeting opposition figures. The article highlights the repeated arrests of CCC members, including MPs Job Sikhala and Godfrey Sithole, and criticizes the lack of accountability for ZANU-PF supporters involved in the same incidents. The Forum emphasizes that bail is a constitutional right and argues that the continued detention of the accused violates their rights.
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Andrew Mambondiyani
Andrew Mambondiyani is a journalist based in Mutare, Zimbabwe with more than 10 years journalism and media consultancy experience. Between 2010 and 2011 he served as a Knight Science Journalism Fellow at Massachusetts institute of Technology (USA). In 2008 he served as a Middlebury Environment ...
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Mystery Injections of Government Critics May Be Serial Poison Plot
In Zimbabwe, opposition activists have been abducted, tortured, and injected with unknown substances by suspected state security agents, raising fears of a slow-acting poison. The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) accuses President Emmerson Mnangagwa's regime of orchestrating these attacks. Victims, including CCC members Womberaiishe Nhende and Takudzwa Ngadziore, report severe physical and emotional trauma. Human rights organizations and international embassies condemn the violence, urging thorough investigations and justice for victims. The Zimbabwean government denies the allegations, claiming no reports have been filed.
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Leopold Munhende
I am a Reporter and TV Producer with NewZimbabwe.com, one of Zimbabwe's largest online news sites. Previously I have been with The Mirror (Masvingo) where I was appointed Acting News Editor between 2013 and 2014. I was Editor of MatchDay Zimbabwe a Zimbabwean football magazine. Currently I am ...
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Zanu PF still hunting down, harassing opposition polling agents, observers month after election – says Human Rights organisation, describes behaviour as a severe threat
The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum reported that Zanu PF officials are harassing opposition supporters and polling agents following the August elections. The report details 153 cases of violence, including two killings, and calls for an independent body to investigate. Historical context of political violence in Zimbabwe is provided, referencing the 1980s and 2000s. Recent arrests of human rights lawyers, legislators, and a losing candidate are mentioned, along with the arrest of 610 students. The Forum urges the diplomatic community to pressure the Zimbabwe government to address post-election victimization and establish an independent commission of inquiry.
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Chris Muronzi
Chris Muronzi is a journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
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Fit for pigs: Conditions in overcrowded Zimbabwe prisons choke inmates
Zimbabwe's prisons are severely overcrowded, with conditions described as inhumane and unsanitary. The justice system is criticized for being used as a tool of repression by the ruling party, Zanu-PF, with opposition figures and activists often detained without trial. Economic challenges have exacerbated the situation, leading to inadequate funding for prison facilities and reliance on private donations. Human rights organizations call for urgent reforms to address these issues.
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Nyashadzashe Ndoro
Nyashadzashe Ndoro is a journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
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Report exposes Mnangagwa's 'abuse of law to silence and punish' critics
The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum released a report accusing President Emmerson Mnangagwa's regime of abusing the law to silence critics. The report highlights prolonged pre-trial incarceration and denial of bail for political activists like Job Sikhala and Jacob Ngarivhume. It calls for judicial independence, non-politicization of police investigations, and adherence to regional best practices for pre-trial detention as outlined by the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights.
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Elia Ntali
Elia Ntali is an award winning journalist with ten years experience writing on socio political, humanitarian and Health issues and is based in Harare, Zimbabwe. He contributed articles to various online publication within and outside Zimbabwe including renowned international news outlets
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Zimbabwe: Rights Group Denounces Political Violence Against CCC
The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum has expressed strong condemnation of the recent surge in politically motivated violence in Zimbabwe, particularly following the establishment of the Citizens for Coalition Change (CCC). The Forum highlighted the concerning trend of using state security agents to advance political objectives, citing the arrest of CCC vice-president Tendai Biti and his aide, Emmanuel Zellers Gumbo, as an example. Although they were released without charges after intervention by Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights, the incident raises concerns about the misuse of state power. The Forum urges the Zimbabwean government to respect and protect human rights by condemning violence, passing the Independent Complaints Mechanism Bill, investigating police violations, and reforming the police force to prevent further human rights abuses.
Cyril Zenda
Cyril Zenda is an African freelance journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe. His work, which covers southern Africa and focuses on development, social justice, human rights, climate change and the environment, has appeared in several international publications such as TRT World Magazine, African ...
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Zimbabwe takes final steps to abolish death penalty
Zimbabwe is on the verge of abolishing the death penalty, a practice not enforced for nearly two decades. The Death Penalty Abolition Bill, gazetted on December 14, 2023, follows nationwide consultations and a survey indicating that while a majority supports the death penalty, they would accept its abolition. The bill is expected to pass easily in Parliament, with President Emmerson Mnangagwa, an abolitionist, advocating for its removal. The move aligns with a broader trend in Africa and globally towards the abolition of capital punishment.
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