When the Church Aligns Itself with Oppressive Power

 By: Anonymous Elder

 8^th August 2026

When a church leader openly declares allegiance to an oppressive government, the consequences extend
far beyond the individual leader. The congregation and, ultimately, the wider nation can suffer when the Church abandons its prophetic responsibility and becomes aligned with the very structures that oppress people. 

The Church’s primary allegiance must be to Christ. Its calling is not to legitimise political power, but to proclaim truth, defend human dignity, pursue justice, show mercy and provide refuge to those who are vulnerable and oppressed.

When a church leader places political allegiance above Christ-centred leadership, the Church risks losing its prophetic voice. Instead of speaking truth to power, it may become an instrument through which oppressive and exploitative power is legitimised. Those who are suffering may then become afraid to speak, knowing that the institution from which they expected compassion and protection has aligned itself with those causing their suffering.

The Church must be a place where the wounded can find refuge, where the oppressed can find a voice, where truth can be spoken without fear, and where every person is treated with dignity. This does not mean that the Church must be politically neutral or that Christians cannot participate in government or support particular political positions. Rather, it means that no political authority should receive an allegiance that competes with allegiance to Christ.

When political power demands silence in the face of injustice, the Church must choose truth. When government becomes oppressive, the Church must remain a refuge for those who suffer. And when leaders become all too powerful, the Church must retain the courage to remind them that earthly authority is neither absolute nor eternal.

A Christ-centred Church does not ask first, “Which political side am I on?” It asks, “What does faithfulness to Christ require of me in the presence of power, injustice and human suffering?”

That is where the Church’s prophetic calling begins.

This is true of the Church in Zimbabwe as of the Church in the rest of the world.

About the author
Anonymous Elder is a human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. He/she has requested anonymity for now. Any inquiries regarding this article should be sent via email to humanright@rohr-zimbabwe.org

In the Face of CAA3, We Are Down but Not Out

By Genius Khatazile Mamwadhu

19^th July 2026

As a community of human rights activists representing the ordinary Zimbabwean citizen, we put up a strong and spirited fight against Constitution Amendment Bill # 3 (CAB 3), from the time it was first whispered in ZANU-PF circles to its enactment on 7 July 2026.

It was never going to be easy to prevail against the machinations of a dictator determined to establish a dynasty, shield himself from possible future prosecution for his role in the Gukurahundi genocide, and evade accountability for the many atrocities committed by ZANU-PF and state machinery at his behest over four decades—not to mention the desire to protect what he looted from Zimbabwe’s resources.

Emmerson Mnangagwa deliberately avoided a referendum on a matter of great national importance and has instead forced his way forward, using looted national resources to buy the support of Members of Parliament.

He has also bought off most social influencers and anyone he believed might stand in his way as he marches toward crowning himself the “King of Zimbabwe.”

He also deployed State machinery to crush dissent. The CIO ensured that attempts to mobilise against CAB 3 were suppressed, and leading voices were hounded into silence. Some were abducted and tortured, some were incarcerated, and others were driven into exile.

The police stood ready with baton sticks and tear gas, while army tanks were visibly positioned to send a clear warning: citizens should think twice before taking to the streets.

The memories of the killings of unarmed protesters in January and August 2018 remain fresh, and the sight of army tanks stationed in strategic positions across the country is deterrent enough.

We must therefore acknowledge that we lost this battle, and that is deeply painful.

However, we will continue to fight the Mnangagwa regime until we overturn CAA 3 and all the unjust, repressive laws the regime has enacted.

We are back to the drawing board.

We are down, but not out.

About the author: -
Genius Khatazile Mamwadhu is a Zimbabwean human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. He is a member of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe Human Rights Organisation (ZHRO) and is also active with the Constitution Defenders Forum (CDF). He can be contacted via email at mamwadhukhatazile@gmail.com.

The Constitution Was Meant to Protect Zimbabweans—Not Those in Power

Why Constitution Amendment No. 3 Is a Threat to Democracy

By Rumbidzai Thelma Chidewu

13^th July 2026

A constitution is the supreme law of a nation. It exists to protect the rights of citizens, limit the abuse of power, and ensure that governments remain accountable to the people. When constitutional changes appear to serve the interests of those in power rather than the nation, every citizen has a duty to ask difficult questions.

The enactment of Constitution Amendment Act No. 3 has become one of the most controversial political developments in Zimbabwe's recent history. Many Zimbabweans believe the amendment weakens democratic governance and shifts the Constitution away from its intended purpose of protecting the people.

On 10 July 2026, Zimbabweans living in the United Kingdom and democracy activists gathered outside the Zimbabwe Embassy to peacefully protest the signing of the amendment into law. Their message was clear: the Constitution belongs to the people, not to any political party or individual.

Many citizens believe the amendment offers little hope for ordinary Zimbabweans who continue to face economic hardship, unemployment, failing public services, and rising poverty. Instead, critics argue that the changes strengthen political power while doing little to improve the daily lives of the people.

The process leading to the amendment has also raised serious concerns. Opposition parties, civic organisations, and democracy advocates have alleged that intimidation, political pressure, and inducements were used to secure support for the Bill. Allegations that some public officials and Members of Parliament received financial rewards or vehicles have been widely reported in political debate, although these claims remain contested and have not been conclusively established by the courts.

Equally worrying is the growing fear among many Zimbabweans of speaking openly about political issues. Reports of arrests, abductions, and the prosecution of government critics have created an atmosphere in which many people feel that expressing a different opinion comes with serious personal risk. Democracy cannot flourish where fear replaces freedom.

The protest at the Zimbabwe Embassy was not driven by hatred or division. It was an expression of love for Zimbabwe and a desire to see a nation governed by the rule of law, constitutionalism, and respect for the will of the people.

As democracy activists, we cannot remain silent when we believe the Constitution is being used to consolidate political power rather than protect the rights of citizens. Peaceful protest is not a crime. Speaking out against injustice is not an act of disloyalty. It is the responsibility of every citizen who believes in democracy.

Zimbabwe deserves leaders who place the interests of the people above political survival. The country's future should be determined by its citizens through free, fair, and democratic processes—not through constitutional changes that many believe undermine the spirit of the 2013 Constitution.

Our call remains firm and peaceful:
No to Constitutional Amendment No. 3.
No to extending political power through constitutional manipulation.
No to fear, intimidation, and the silencing of citizens.

Yes to democracy.
Yes to constitutionalism.

Yes to a Zimbabwe where every citizen can speak freely, participate without fear, and determine the future of their nation.

History will remember those who defended democracy when it was under threat. May we all have the courage to stand on the right side of history.

About the author
Rumbidzai Thelma Chidewu is a Zimbabwean human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. She is in the Midlands Branch of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe.  She can be contacted by email at rumbidzaithelmazhanje@gmail.com 

Zimbabweans Deserve Dignity, Not Abandonment

by Chiedza Kambari

5^th July 2026

The ongoing situation involving Zimbabweans waiting for transport in South Africa is heartbreaking and unacceptable. Reports indicate that thousands of people have been stranded for days, sleeping outside in cold and rainy weather while waiting for buses that were promised but have arrived in insufficient numbers.

Among those stranded are pregnant women, children, elderly people, and individuals who are ill. Leaving vulnerable people exposed to harsh weather for such a long time is a humanitarian crisis that demands an urgent response.

It is deeply disappointing that those affected have been left to endure these conditions while waiting for assistance. Promises without timely action only increase the suffering of people who are already facing uncertainty and hardship.

Every government has a responsibility to protect the dignity and welfare of its people. Zimbabwean citizens deserve safe and organised transportation, proper shelter, access to healthcare where needed, and clear communication during times of crisis. No one should be left abandoned in the open for days.

As a Zimbabwean, I believe our leaders should focus on protecting citizens and addressing humanitarian emergencies rather than prioritising political celebrations such as Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB 3). Celebrating perceived political achievements while vulnerable Zimbabweans continue to suffer reflects misplaced priorities and a failure of compassionate leadership.

Human rights are not optional. Every Zimbabwean deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and humanity. I call on all responsible authorities to act urgently, honour their commitments, and ensure that no Zimbabwean is left to suffer in such inhumane conditions again.

About the author
Chiedza Kambari is a human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. She is the Deputy Organising Secretary of the Midlands Branch of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe.  She can be contacted by email at kambarichiedza@gmail.com OR at Chiedza.kambari@rohr-zimbabwe.org

Zimbabwe at a Crossroads: Economic Hope vs. The Fight for the Constitution

 By Rumbidzai Thelma Chidewu

Member of: Constitution Defenders Forum (CDF UK), Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe and Zimbabwe Human Rights Organisation (ZHRO)

20^th May 2026

Zimbabwe stands at one of its most critical moments since the adoption of its landmark 2013 Constitution. On the surface, the economy is stabilising, inflation has fallen sharply, the local currency is more stable, and growth is picking up. But beneath this progress, a fierce battle is unfolding over the country’s future — one that centres on proposed changes to the very foundation of the nation’s law, and a growing movement determined to defend it.

At the heart of the debate is Constitutional Amendment No. 3 (CAB3), a bill tabled by the ruling ZANU‑PF party in February 2026. If passed, it will extend the term of the President and Parliament from five to seven years, effectively delaying the next harmonised election from 2028 to 2030. It also proposes changing how the President is elected — moving from a direct popular vote to selection by members of Parliament — and expanding the number of appointed senators, strengthening the ruling party’s hold on power. Critics warn this would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa, already in his final permitted term, to remain in office until at least 2030, and potentially longer, in direct violation of the limits enshrined just over a decade ago.

The government defends the changes as necessary for long‑term planning and economic stability, arguing that five‑year terms are too short to deliver major infrastructure and development projects. But for thousands of citizens, civil society groups, and organisations like the Constitution Defenders Forum (CDF), Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR), and the Zimbabwe Human Rights Organisation (ZHRO), this is not reform — it is a fundamental attack on democracy, the rule of law, and the fundamental rights of every Zimbabwean.

✊ View from the Ground: An Activist’s Perspective

As an activist working with CDF UK, ROHR, and ZHRO — and as a Zimbabwean committed to justice and our country’s future — I see things clearly. This is not just politics; this is about protecting the very soul of our nation and the rights we are entitled to.

“To us, as human rights defenders and constitutional activists, CAB3 is not an amendment. It is a theft — a calculated plan to strip away the power we gave ourselves in 2013. That constitution was not written by politicians; it was written by the people, after years of struggle, debate, and sacrifice. It was crafted specifically to limit power, guarantee freedoms of speech, assembly, and association, and ensure no one — no party, no leader — could rule forever or act above the law. Now they want to tear it up just to stay in office longer. That is not reform; it is a power grab, plain and simple, and it strikes directly at the human rights frameworks we fight daily to uphold.

Through my work with ROHR, we have always stood for the restoration of rights eroded over decades. This amendment destroys the very document that guarantees those rights. Through ZHRO, we document violations and advocate for dignity and safety for all citizens — yet this law would give the state even more power to silence dissent, control elections, and avoid accountability. And with CDF, our mission is clear: defend the Constitution because without it, there is no protection for anyone.

We are non‑partisan — that is our strength. We do not march for MDC, ZANU‑PF, or any party. We march for the law that protects all Zimbabweans, regardless of who they vote for, what they believe, or where they live. We say: if you believe in freedom, if you believe in fair elections, if you believe in human rights — stand with us. Our movement includes lawyers, teachers, nurses, clergy, academics, other professionals, students, elders, men, women, people from every background — united only by the fact that we refuse to let our hard‑won freedoms be erased.

The public hearings held by Parliament in March were a mockery of justice. Rushed, only four days long, venues too small to accommodate even a fraction of those who wanted to speak, voices shouted down, critics barred or silenced completely. They pretended to consult us, but the outcome was decided before it even began. That is not how you change the supreme law of the land. That is how dictators operate, and it violates every principle of transparency and participation we uphold as human rights organisations.

We know the risks all too well. Inside Zimbabwe, our colleagues and members are arrested, beaten, abducted, or barred from meeting. We see activists hounded, threatened, or fired from their jobs just for speaking the truth. Even here in the UK and elsewhere in the diaspora, we are watched, harassed online, labelled ‘opposition’ or ‘terrorists’ just because we defend the law and human dignity. But fear cannot stop us — because if we stay quiet now, what will be left for our children? What rights will they have to fight for?

We are not just protesting. We are building. Through our organisations, we plan carefully: how to coordinate more effectively across borders, how to reach young people and women disproportionately affected by repression, how to document violations, and how to speak with one clear voice. We know we face challenges: travel costs, distance, misinformation spread by the state, and people tired and hopeless after years of economic hardship and abuse. But we also know that unity is our greatest weapon. We are linking up with civil society across the world, talking to legal experts, engaging with international bodies like the UN, SADC, and the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, and making sure the world sees what is really happening to democracy and human rights in Zimbabwe.

And we firmly reject the idea that ‘economic growth’ justifies destroying democracy or rights. Yes, inflation is down. Yes, there is more investment in mining and agriculture. But for whom? Most people still cannot afford bread, access clean water, get healthcare, or find work. The wealth stays with the same few people who have plundered our resources for decades. And if they change the constitution, they will legalise their control and plunder forever. You cannot have real prosperity without freedom, without trust, without rules that apply to everyone — including those in power. Development without rights is not progress; it is exploitation.

We say clearly: CAB3 must be stopped. The constitution belongs to us, not to politicians. Human rights are not privileges to be granted or taken away by the state. We will march, we will document, we will advocate, we will speak out, and we will not rest until our rights are safe, our votes matter, our people are free from fear, and Zimbabwe belongs again to its people.”

The Movement to Defend the Constitution and Rights

Organisations like CDF UK, ROHR, and ZHRO have emerged as vital pillars of the resistance, working in solidarity to highlight that constitutional integrity and human rights are inseparable. These groups define themselves as strictly non‑partisan: not aligned to any political party, but united solely in defence of the 2013 Constitution and the universal rights it enshrines. Their work — from demonstrations in London and across the UK, to documentation of abuses, legal advocacy, and coordination with civil society worldwide — mirrors efforts inside Zimbabwe, where activists face extreme risk to organise, march, and speak out.

The resistance has come at a high cost. Since the bill was announced, there have been widespread reports of arrests, detentions, and intimidation targeting human rights defenders and activists. Leaders have been detained while organising peaceful gatherings; civic meetings have been banned under sweeping public order laws; and journalists and protesters have faced harassment and violence. Public hearings held by Parliament in March were widely criticised as rushed, incomplete, and biased, with many critical voices barred or silenced — prompting organisations like ours to demand the process be restarted in a fair, inclusive, and transparent manner that respects the right to be heard.

The movement faces practical challenges too: coordinating across cities and countries, covering travel and logistics costs, ensuring members' safety, and countering state‑sponsored misinformation. Strengthening youth and women’s participation, building better communication structures, and keeping the message — “defend the constitution, protect human rights, not political parties” — clear and unifying remain top priorities.

Economy: Numbers Up, Trust Down

Against this political and human rights tension, the economic picture is mixed and complex. Officially, things are improving. Inflation has dropped to around 4%, down from triple digits just a year ago, and the ZiG currency is far more stable, backed by gold and mineral reserves. The economy grew by 6.6% in 2025 and is projected to expand by roughly 5% this year, driven by agriculture, mining — including booming lithium and gold exports — and growing interest from foreign investors. In April 2026, the International Monetary Fund approved a key monitoring programme, seen as the first major step toward re‑engaging with global finance and resolving the country’s $21.5 billion debt burden, while the African Development Bank has provided funding to clear arrears and restart talks.

Yet for most Zimbabweans, these gains have not translated into better lives or greater freedom. Unemployment remains among the highest in the world; public services — water, electricity, healthcare — remain broken or unreliable; and poverty is widespread. Even with prices more stable, wages have not kept pace, and many families still struggle to afford basic goods. Crucially, investors and international partners have warned that progress could be derailed entirely by the constitutional fight and the deteriorating human rights situation. The IMF, Western governments, and credit rating agencies have all signalled that extending terms, altering electoral rules, and suppressing freedoms will risk cutting off support, triggering capital flight, and undoing the fragile recovery already underway. As one analyst put it: “The economy can only thrive if people trust the rules of the game — and right now, those rules are being rewritten to benefit only the powerful.”

What Lies Ahead

The coming months will decide Zimbabwe’s direction. Parliament is expected to vote on CAB3 in mid‑2026, and with ZANU‑PF holding a two‑thirds majority, the bill is likely to pass unless there is significant pressure, legal intervention, or regional and international pushback. Civil society groups, including CDF, ROHR, and ZHRO, are preparing for all scenarios: challenging the law in court, documenting every violation, organising larger and more coordinated protests, and building stronger links with regional bodies like SADC and the African Union, as well as with the international community, to demand respect for the constitution and for human rights.

For the movement, the message remains simple and powerful: the constitution belongs to everyone, and it must not be changed to suit the powerful; human rights belong to every person and must never be compromised. The role of the diaspora — including activists in the UK — is vital: to keep the issue visible, to raise awareness, to amplify voices that are silenced inside Zimbabwe, and to stand in unbreakable solidarity with those fighting on the ground.

Zimbabwe is not just choosing between two versions of a law. It is choosing what kind of country it will be: one where power is limited, terms are fixed, rights are respected, and the people are sovereign — or one where rules are changed when convenient, freedoms are erased, and voices are silenced when they dissent.

For millions of us — defenders of the constitution, restorers of human rights, advocates for justice — the answer is clear: the constitution must be defended, and human rights must prevail.

As the diaspora, we know that we have a huge responsibility to speak against the shenanigans and brutality of the regime.

The struggle continues.

#NoTo2030
#CAB3
#NoToCAB3
#No2CAB3
#Zimbabwe
#HumanRights
#ROHRZimbabwe

About the author
Rumbidzai Thelma Chidewu is a human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. She is a member of the Constitution Defenders Forum (CDF UK), Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe, and Zimbabwe Human Rights Organisation (ZHRO).  She can be contacted by email at rumbidzaithelmazhanje@gmail.com

In Solidarity with Bridget Dhliwayo and ARTUZ - By Romancia Chiomba

5^th May 2026

Bridget Dhliwayo, a secondary school teacher stationed at Zibungululu Secondary School in Tsholotsho District was fired via a letter dated 10th April 2026 written by the Chief Director of Provincial Education Services for Matabeleland North, J.A. Mpofu, for daring to demand fair wages.

On 13th May 2025 she had been photographed in a classroom holding a placard that read  "We Demand a Fair Wage. We Say No to Slave Wages. Sifuna Imali Now." She went on to post it on to an ARTUZ WhatsApp group, captioned: “Enough is enough guys. Look at the condition of the classrooms.”

This was during an online demonstration organised by the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) back then in May 2025.

Her employers ostensibly fired her for not conducting lessons as specified in the master timetable for term 2 between 13th and 20th May 2025.

The real reason she has been fired is that she was bold enough to hold that placard and post the picture on social media whilst partaking in an online demonstration organised by the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ).

The demonstration was for a genuine cause. Teachers need a living wage and good working conditions.

The government must address the issues she and other teachers are raising instead of singling out individuals like Bridget Dhliwayo and victimising them.

We stand in solidarity with Bridget Dhliwayo and all teachers in Zimbabwe and support their fight for better remuneration and better working conditions.

Instead of looting the national coffers and sharing the loot via a network of cronyism, Emmerson Mnangagwa must allocate sufficient resources for the education sector otherwise education continues to suffer.

Education is a human right according to Section 75 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, article 26 of the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights as well as Article 17 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights. The teachers are not asking for a favour, they are asking for their rights and those of pupils and students.

#Zimbabwe
#HumanRights
#ROHRZimbabwe

About the author
Romancia Chiomba is a human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. She is the Treasurer for the North Branch of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe.  She can be contacted by email at  romancia.chiomba@rohr-zimbabwe.org OR romanciachiomba @gmail.com  

When Survival Becomes a Struggle: A Cry for Dignity in Zimbabwe

30th April 2026

By Chiedza Kambari (ROHR Zimbabwe Activist)

Last week, the streets spoke not in celebration, but in silence, fear, and frustration. Vendors whispered instead of calling customers. Families counted coins instead of planning futures. In a nation rich with resources, ordinary people are being pushed to the edge of survival.

The reality we face today is painful but undeniable. Inflation continues to rise while incomes remain stagnant. Basic commodities, food, transport, and healthcare are becoming unaffordable for the majority. At the same time, policies and restrictions are tightening, leaving citizens with fewer options for honest survival. Instead of protection, many now feel controlled, unheard, and forgotten.

As an activist with ROHR Zimbabwe, I see this struggle not as statistics, but as real lives. Mothers are skipping meals so their children can eat. Students are dropping out because the fees are unaffordable. The elderly, who once built this nation, are now surviving without dignity or proper care.

The basic rights to food and dignity have become luxuries in a resource-rich nation.

This is not just an economic issue; it is a human rights crisis.

What we are witnessing is the widening gap between leadership and the people. When laws and policies ignore the daily realities of citizens, they stop serving the people and start oppressing them. Fear should never replace freedom. Survival should never replace dignity.

But silence will not fix this.

We must speak. We must question. We must demand accountability, not as enemies of the state, but as citizens who love their country and want better for it. Change begins when truth is no longer hidden and when people refuse to accept suffering as normal.

Zimbabweans deserve more.
More fairness.
More opportunity.
More dignity.

The time to act is now, not tomorrow, not someday, because a nation cannot thrive when its people are merely trying to survive.

#NoTo2030
#CAB3
#NoToCAB3
#No2CAB3
#Zimbabwe
#HumanRights
#ROHRZimbabwe

About the author
Chiedza Kambari is a human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. She is in the Midlands Branch of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe.  She can be contacted by email at kambarichiedza@gmail.com 

Recent Zimbabwean Diaspora Protests: A Stand for Human Rights and Democracy

By Rumbidzai Thelma Chidewu

23^rd April 2026

On the 18th and 21st of April 2026, Zimbabweans across the diaspora united in peaceful demonstrations
to voice their concerns regarding the deteriorating situation in our homeland. These protests, highlighted by the formal submission of a petition to the British Prime Minister’s office, 10 Downing Street, in London on 21^st April 2026, were not merely acts of defiance; they were a necessary response to a deepening national crisis.

Though we live beyond Zimbabwe’s geographic borders, we remain inseparably bound to its fate. Our families, our histories, and our hearts remain there. Distance has not silenced us—it has instead fortified our responsibility to speak, especially for the many at home who are denied the freedom to do so.

Zimbabwe currently stands at a crossroads, grappling with profound socio-economic and political upheaval. Ordinary citizens endure the crushing weight of rising poverty, systemic unemployment, and a collapsing healthcare system. Simultaneously, the fundamental pillars of democracy—freedom of expression, assembly, and political participation—are under sustained pressure.

Central to these concerns is the proposed Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3. This deeply contested legislation is widely viewed as a direct threat to constitutional integrity and democratic accountability. At a juncture where Zimbabweans require stronger legal protections and transparent governance, such proposals cast a shadow over the future of national leadership.

For those within the country, speaking out often carries grave personal risk. This reality renders the role of the diaspora not just relevant, but essential. Zimbabweans abroad occupy a unique position, able to organise and advocate without the immediate threat of retribution. In doing so, we serve as a megaphone for the voices silenced by fear and repression.

The April 2026 demonstrations were characterised by peace, discipline, and a singular purpose. Zimbabweans from across the United Kingdom and further afield stood in solidarity, setting aside differences to demand justice, dignity, and accountability. The petition delivered reflects these collective aspirations, calling for the uncompromising protection of human rights and a governance system that prioritises the welfare of its people.

These actions must not be misconstrued as hostility toward the nation. On the contrary, they are expressions of profound patriotism. To protest is not to abandon Zimbabwe; it is a refusal to give up on
its potential.

The diaspora remains a vital pillar of Zimbabwe’s present and future. Beyond the vital economic lifeline of remittances, we are active participants in civic life—engaging in high-level advocacy and keeping the international spotlight on the struggle for reform.

The message from our protests is unmistakable: Zimbabweans are not indifferent to the state of their nation. We are watching, we are engaged, and we are demanding better.

Zimbabwe deserves a future where human rights are sacrosanct, where leadership is held to account, and where every citizen can live with dignity and freedom. Until that vision is realised, Zimbabweans—both at home and abroad—will continue to speak, to organise, and to stand for change.

As the diaspora, we know that we have a huge responsibility to speak against the shenanigans and brutality of the regime.

The struggle continues.

#NoTo2030
#CAB3
#NoToCAB3
#No2CAB3
#Zimbabwe
#HumanRights
#ROHRZimbabwe 

About the author
Rumbidzai Thelma Chidewu is a human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. She is a member of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe.  She can be contacted by email at rumbidzaithelmazhanje@gmail.com

Chiedza Kambari: Choosing Courage Over Silence

 23^rd April 2026

My name is Chiedza Kambari, and I am a voice for Zimbabwe.

​I speak not just for myself, but for a nation of people who carry the heavy weight of our country’s
future on their shoulders. Today, the Zimbabwean experience is defined by struggle: the daily battle against economic instability, the loss of essential services, and the shadow of increasingly restrictive measures on our freedom. These are the quiet heartbreaks of every household, affecting the safety and dreams of our children.

​As a mother, my advocacy is personal. I want my children to inherit a nation, not a crisis. I want them to grow up in a land where rights are inherent, not conditional.

​I recently stood in peaceful protest against Bill Number 3. My presence there was a simple demand for dignity. We deserve a Zimbabwe where the law protects the person rather than the powerful—a country where we can speak our truth without looking over our shoulders.

​To speak out is not to be "difficult." It is to be brave. It is believed that the status quo is not our destiny. When we stand together, our collective voice becomes a force that cannot be ignored.

​Zimbabwe is our home. It belongs to the many, not the few. It is time we built a future rooted in justice, equality and mutual respect.

​I am Chiedza Kambari. I refuse to be silent. I choose to lead with my voice, hence my participation in the Demonstration against the Constitutional Amendment Bill #3 (CAB3) at the Zimbabwe Embassy and our petitioning of the British Prime Minister at his office in London on 21^st April 2026.

We are not done with the resistance yet. Emmerson Mnangagwa must expect more from us.

#NoTo2030
#CAB3
#NoToCAB3
#No2CAB3
#Zimbabwe
#HumanRights
#ROHRZimbabwe

About the author
Chiedza Kambari is a human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. She is in the Midlands Branch of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe.  She can be contacted by email at kambarichiedza@gmail.com 

Emmerson Mnangagwa’s 2030 Agenda is nonsense – by Romancia Chiomba

22^nd April 2026

Emmerson Mnangagwa, the President of Zimbabwe, must be thinking Zimbabweans are stupid – we are not.

He started his 2030 Agenda years back, first introducing it as “word" from some obscure ZANU-PF cells and then growing it to a cacophony through various rented mouthpieces, until it evolved into a ZANU-PF Congress resolution, whilst all along he professed to be the ultimate constitutionalist who would not seek office beyond his second term, which ends in 2028.

Now he is making it appear as if he is being forced by the ZANU-PF congress resolution.

No, we won’t allow it. We are not stupid. Our gloves are off.

Our demonstrations on 18^th April 2026 (at the Zimbabwe Embassy in London) and 21^st April 2026 (at the Zimbabwe Embassy in London), and our petition to the British Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street, London, on 21st April 2026, are only the beginning of a campaign against Mnangagwa’s nefarious agenda.

We say no to amending the provisions of the constitution concerned with the Presidential and Parliamentary terms without a referendum.

Mnangagwa can buy parliamentarians, but he cannot buy the discerning citizens who happen to be the majority.

#NoTo2030
#CAB3
#NoToCAB3
#No2CAB3
#Zimbabwe
#HumanRights
#ROHRZimbabwe

About the author
Romancia Chiomba is a human rights activist based in the United Kingdom. She is the Treasurer for the North Branch of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe.  She can be contacted by email at  romancia.chiomba@rohr-zimbabwe.org OR romanciachiomba @gmail.com