Sikhala, Chin’ono Charged Under Non-Existent Falsehoods Law
HARARE – MDC Alliance vice-chairperson Job Sikhala was arrested Saturday and charged with publishing falsehoods and promoting public violence – the same charges laid against journalist Hopewell Chin’ono after the two allegedly claimed on social media that a police...
76 Mourners Arrested At A Burial Of Victim Of Police Brutality
GWERU – Dozens of mourners were arrested in Gweru on Saturday after police disrupted the burial of a man who allegedly died after police beatings. Tatenda Kasinyore’s death in police custody sparked anger in Mtapa suburb where he was popularly known as Nyale. Before...
Teachers’ Union Leader Escapes Abduction Attempt, Hides In Maize Fields
HARARE – Amalgamated Rural Teachers’ Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) secretary-general Robson Chere survived an abduction attempt by four suspected state security agents on Sunday, the union said. The alleged incident occurred around 9PM at the Arcturus mining community in...
Zimbabwe Increasingly Becoming A Dark And Dangerous Place For Activism
In 2017, Zimbabwe was thrown into euphoria, as long-time dictator Robert Mugabe was overthrown and replaced by Emmerson Mnangagwa, the former vice-president, who promised reform and a new dispensation. Barely four years after those jubilant scenes that marked Mugabe’s...
Masvingo Residents Arrested Over Peaceful Water Protest
MASVINGO Residents Trust secretary general Prosper Tiringindi was arrested Friday morning together with a group of women who converged at the Civic Centre to demonstrate over water. Masvingo has not had water for the last three weeks following a fault at a Zesa...
A nation that arrests journalists and demonises activists is not a nation at peace. It is a nation at war with its own people. Zimbabwe, our beloved home, is once again at a crossroads, a critical moment where every citizen must choose: speak or be silenced. The arrest of Blessed Mhlanga and the targeting of…
In Zimbabwe today, speaking the truth has become a revolutionary act. Blessed Mhlanga, a seasoned journalist known for his fearless reporting, was recently arrested not for breaking the law or inciting violence but for daring to give a voice to the oppressed. His crime? Conducting interviews, asking hard questions, and shining light where the powerful…
Continue Reading Zimbabwe’s War on Truth : The Arrest of Blessed Mhlanga
The long-anticipated Zimbabwean elections, held on August 23, 2023, have stirred up a storm of controversy and disillusionment among citizens and observers alike. With the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) entrusted to ensure a fair and smooth election process, the events that unfolded have left many questioning not only the commission’s competence but also its intentions.…
Continue Reading Unveiling Anomalies: The Zimbabwe 2023 Election Controversy
Empower Yourself, Be Heard, and Guard Your Choice Introduction: The power of the vote is unmatched in a world where democratic values serve as the cornerstone of a decent society. Every election cycle offers voters the chance to exercise their freedom to select the political figures who will guide their country. The call to action…
Continue Reading Tragedy Strikes Glen View South: Condemning the Brutal Political Violence
Zimbabwe is a nation of great potential. With vast natural resources, a diverse population, and a rich cultural heritage, it has all the makings of a thriving democracy. However, this potential has yet to be fully realized, as Zimbabweans remain hesitant to speak up about politics due to fear of retribution. For years, Zimbabweans have…