ZIMBABWE NOT INDEPENDENT – By Nina Mutepfa

18th April 2024

Zimbabwe continues to struggle with its lack of true independence.

The 44 years under ZANU-PF rule are marked by pervasive corruption that undermines good governance and economic stability. The country's leadership is marred by allegations of embezzlement and mismanagement, exacerbating the already dire situation. The impact of this corruption is felt on a societal level, with citizens facing limited access to basic services and a deteriorating quality of life.

Amidst these challenges, the people of Zimbabwe are suffering, with a significant portion of the population facing hardships that have led to a high mortality rate. The combination of political instability, economic mismanagement, and a lack of accountability has created a cycle of despair for the population, highlighting the urgent need for reforms and sustainable solutions to address these pressing issues.

The grave violations of human rights under the ED Mnangagwa government and ruling party ZANU-PF include murders, arbitrary arrests, abductions, enforced disappearances as well as imprisonment of activists and opposition leaders.

These actions reflect a troubling trend of suppressing dissent and silencing voices of opposition. Emmerson Mnangagwa's government's crackdown on civil liberties and political freedoms and the accompanying system of patronage raise concerns about the lack of democracy and the rule of law in Zimbabwe. The systematic targeting of activists and political opposition leaders undermines the people's fundamental rights and freedoms, perpetuating a climate of fear and intimidation.

Attention and action are needed to hold Ed Mnangagwa’s government and ruling party, ZANU-PF, accountable for these violations and to ensure the protection of human rights in Zimbabwe.

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About the author
Nina Mutepfa is a human rights activist and a member of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe based in the United Kingdom. She can be contacted by email at ninamutepfa@gmail.com