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Amnesty flags Zim’s poor human rights record

The report, however, acknowledged the passing of legislations outlawing child marriages and abolishing the death penalty.

By Sydney Kawadza Apr. 30, 2025

Amnesty flags Zim’s poor human rights record

Blessed Mhlanga’s letter from Harare Remand Prison

The state has unleashed its worst to keep me here and mostly in total disregard of the constitution.

By Blessed Mhlanga Apr. 7, 2025

Blessed Mhlanga’s letter from Harare Remand Prison

Byo man (59) struggles to obtain birth certificate, ID

Last year, Amnesty International urged the government to take measures to ensure descendants of Gukurahundi victims have access to IDs.

By Nizbert Moyo Jan. 31, 2025

Byo man (59) struggles to obtain birth certificate, ID

Amnesty International worries over jailed CCC 78

They have been in remand prison since then with the State denying them bail based on claims that they were a flight risk and may cause further protests.

By Lorraine Muromo Jul. 24, 2024

Amnesty International worries over jailed CCC 78

Govt dismisses ‘statelessness’ report

He said the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) pledged to assist Zimbabwe with US$300 000 to deal with statelessness issues in the country.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Jun. 18, 2024

Amend laws to address statelessness: Amnesty

In the report, Amnesty International laid bare the devastating consequences of the statelessness crisis in Zimbabwe and how it has its roots in colonial history.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Jun. 12, 2024

Amend laws to address statelessness: Amnesty

‘Govt failing to address sexual health problems’

It further berated the government for failing to establish a comprehensive policy framework and avail funding for maternal health.

By Gracious Daniel Apr. 26, 2024

‘Govt failing to address sexual health problems’

Dzamara family cry for closure: CSOs

Dzamara had addressed a rally in Harare on March 7, 2015 two days before he was made to vanish where he called for mass action against the late former President Robert Mugabe.

By Priveledge Gumbodete Mar. 8, 2024