Why Zimbabwe is still not independent? - By: Xoliso Sithole

 17 April 2024

Why Zimbabwe is still not independent?

Zimbabwe gained independence from British colonial rule on April 18, 1980. The country's independence was achieved after a long struggle for liberation led by various political movements and figures, including Robert Mugabe and Joshua Nkomo.

After gaining independence, Zimbabwe faced various challenges, including political instability, economic difficulties, and social issues. In recent years, Zimbabwe has faced significant political and economic challenges, including allegations of election irregularities, human rights abuses, corruption, and a struggling economy.

In just about twenty years, Zimbabwe has gone from being a wealthy nation to a failed state. A prime example of what happens when a party abuses its power and continues to rule the country.

Under President Emmerson Mnangagwa leadership there has been a disregard for human rights, a breakdown of the rule of law, social and economic chaos. The voices of the Zimbabwean citizens are supressed by the government.

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Author:  Xoliso Sithole is a human rights activist in our North branch of  Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe’s UK Chapter.