An organisation, Heal Zimbabwe recorded 14 human rights
violations in 9 districts of the country in between 08-19 April 2017. The violations were grouped into three categories: Intimidation with threats of withdrawal of food aid or agricultural inputs, forced participation (in political meetings, polling stations, financial or material contributions) and destruction of political gatherings.
The report reads
"Intimidation remains prevalent in local communities with 79% (11 cases) recorded this week followed by forced participation to political gatherings with 14% (2 cases) and disrupted meetings which recorded 70% (1 case)".
The continued prevalence of intimidation can be largely attributed to the ongoing restructuring exercise of ZANU PF structures country wide.
The continued intimidation and harassment particularly of opposition members is likely to intensify as the nation approaches the 2018 national Elections.
Source: Bulawayo 24 News
Theme: Authority
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