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📢 Important Announcement 📢 Self-funding registrations are now open for the 7th Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Summit! This year's self-funding registration offers greater flexibility and space for increased participation from across the region. Join fellow human

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#Zimbabwe | #BeatriceMtetwa . We salute her. We standwitHER.

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Zimbabwe| News filtering that universally celebrated author @efie41209591 Tsitsi Dangarembga & others have just been arrested for a peaceful and constitutional demonstration against corruption in Borrowdale, Zimbabwe. #StopHarrasingHRDs #FREETSITSIDANGAREMBGA #WeStandwithWHRD

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#Zimbabwe does have so many problems to fix. These three are not part of that problem Release these 3 victims of abduction and sexual assault forthwith and stop wasting state resources

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Noxolo Maphosa who was abducted by suspected security state agents in the morning was dumped near her place of residence this evening badly injured and traumatized. Noxolo is a niece to Josphat Ngulube who is being targeted by the state for defending #humanrights #WeStandWitHER

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SADC-Lawyers to #Zimbabwe 1. President Mnangagwa go back home to deal with crisis 2. initiate National Dialogue with political leaders, Civil Society,Churches,Trade Unions 3. stop army violence, killings & displacements 4. Restore internet 5. Respect due process and fair trial

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#eSwatini | News filtering is that the authorities have shut down the internet. We are concerned as this usually signals that the authorities want to violate human rights outside the glare of the international community. Digital rights are human rights. Online space is civic space

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Zimbabwe🇿🇼| Nicole Chabata deserves education, not imprisonment. Hold Zimbabwe accountable! #JusticeForNicole #RightToEducation #FreeNicole #Avondale78 #Zimbabwe

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Zimbabwe| Arrested for singing and charged with undermining President Mnangagwa’s authority. He has continuously been denied bail and held in prison and he is at risk due to #COVID19 . Let's add our voices in calling him and other #HRDs to be released. #FreeHopewell #FreeJacob

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With all due respect to the Zimbabwean authorities, please do not treat your responsible citizens in a way worse than some of your leaders in power were treated by the colonial Smith regime. Where is basic dignity? #FreeHopewell #FreeJacob

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1. Jailed journalist Hopewell Chin’ono appeared in court chained in leg-irons. The prosecution applied to have his testimony regarding prison conditions to be given in private. Magistrate will give a ruling this afternoon. Brace yourself for a postponement #ZimbabweanLivesMatter

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Watch Now: Southern Defenders Press Briefing in Pretoria on Zimbabwe's State Repression 🎥 Today, we held a crucial press briefing in Pretoria to shed light on the escalating state repression in Zimbabwe ahead of the 44th SADC Summit. Our call is clear: immediate release of all

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News filtering to #SAHRDN is that 3 MDC Alliance Youth Assembly women leaders, Cecilia Chimbiri, Netsai Marova & Joana Mamombe the MP for Harare West are missing after they were abducted during a demonstration in #Harare . @ZLHRLawyers looking for them #Stopabductions #Zimbabwe

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Our chairperson, Prof @adriano_nuvunga reiterates our demand for the immediate and unconditional release of those unjustly detained by the government of Zimbabwe. Remember to sign our petition emphasizing these demands: @RMDDH_Moz #HumanRights

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#Zimbabwe | News filtering that the secret service officers has dragged HRDs and pro-democracy activists from a plane this afternoon at Robert Mugabe International Airport. The activists, including Robson Chere, Samuel Gwenzi, Vusumuzi Moyo, and @namataik_ were en route to a civil

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#Eswatini | We call on the authorities to drop the frivolous charges against the MPs and must release them forthwith. No one should be arrested for speaking out against human rights violations/abuses. Their safety must be guaranteed. #ProtectCivicSpace #FreeBacede #FreeMthandani

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We've sent a letter to the South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation @DIRCO_ZA , the Honorable @RonaldLamola . We emphasize our concerns about the suppression of civic space in Zimbabwe ahead of the #SADCSummit in Harare. It's crucial for #SADC member

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Denied bail & detained for 85 days. The case of #TitoMagoti & #TheoGiyan has been postponed at least 6 times as the prosecution is ‘still be investigating”. This is an example of #Tanzania 's @MagufuliJP ongoing misuse of the criminal justice system to target HRDs. #FreeTito #HRDs

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#Zimbabwe | We still stand with #BeatriceMtetwa @DougColtart @MaryLawlorhrds @SolomonADersso @RSDDHCADHP @OBS_defenders @263Chat @SadcLawyers @ZLHRLawyers @icjarp @cvoule @tsunga_arnold #ZimbabweanLivesMatter

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Last night we honored Zimbabwean comedian and political satirist Samantha 'Gonyeti' Kureya with the award of Southern African HRD of the year 2019. We hope this award will encourage Samantha to continue with her bravery and courage in standing against repression.

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HAPPENING NOW Thousands marching in Eswatini to demand a respect of their rights, freedoms and the immediate release of the Human Rights Defenders and Democracy Activists who remain in prison @USEmbEswatini #EswatiniProtests #USEmbassyPetitionDelivery

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We call on the authorities in Zimbabwe to resist any temptation to arbitrarily arrest and detain human rights defenders such as distinguished journalist Hopewell Chingono who has been helping society giving vital and verified information on how corruption is destroying #Zimbabwe .

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Police and State agents are harrasing my workers at home!

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Thulani dedicated his life to fighting for justice, equality, and freedom in Eswatini. He fearlessly spoke out against human rights abuses, advocating for a better future for his people. Now, his voice has been silenced, and it's our duty to ensure his legacy lives on!

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#ZimbabweShutDown 1. Reopen internet and social media 2. Respect human rights to information and expression 3. Respect rights to assembly, association, movement and to protest 4. Remove army from policing 5. Stop using shooting injuring and killing civilians

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In Loving Memory of #ThulaniRMaseko we would like you to send a tribute message to honour the late Thulani Maseko. Kindly send your message to inmemoryofthulani @gmail .com, which will be published in memory of his legacy and also in solidarity with the Maseko family.

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We wonder whether the #Zimbabwe government is aware of how much they undermine the legal system, rule of law and national image when young people yearning for democracy and opportunities are needlessly imprisoned this time for "whistling", and calling it public violence #FreeMako

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BREAKING NEWS| News filtering to SAHRDN is that Jacob Ngarivhume has finally been granted bail of ZWL50 000 ($600). He should never have been in custody. What a waste of money by a broke society to pursue and finance vindictiveness #ProtectCivicSpace

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Unfortunately, despite our advise to the authorities to de-escalate attacks on human rights activists and protect civic space #BeatriceMtetwa of @ZLHRLawyers sends a distress call of violent possible arrest or abduction of @daddyhope . How unfortunate. How unnecessary #protectHRDS

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BREAKING NEWS| Takudzwa Ngadziore the president of ZINASU the students movement in #Zimbabwe has been attacked in broad day light by militias operating with the acquiescence of government for protesting the use of #ImpalaCarRental vehicles in abductions. #StopAttackingYouths

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#TitoMagoti & #TheoGiyan case has now been postponed 7 times for the prosecution to “finish investigations”. Arresting a citizen to investigate is a violation of regional & international standards. These are clearly trumped Up Charges and they are baseless. #Tanzania #HRDs

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#Zimbabwe |The conviction & imprisonment of @JacobNgarivhume , a democracy activist, for calling for anti-corruption demonstrations in 2020 clearly violates his fundamental freedoms. This sentence conveys to other activists that they risk imprisonment for exercising their rights.

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#Zimbabwe | Condemning the brazen attack on a human rights lawyer @obeyshava1 . Violence against defenders of justice is an assault on democratic values. Authorities must safeguard those who fight for human rights and must act swiftly to hold perpetrators accountable.

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#Zimbabwe | We continue to call for the immediate and unconditional release of @ARTUZ_teachers President, Obert Masaraure, who is facing trumped-up charges of murder. We urge the government of Zimbabwe to respect human rights defenders in the country.

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After being beaten in broad daylight by thugs and left for dead, ZINASU president of the student’s movement was arrested and will spend the night injured and in police custody. The tactics used during the colonial regime back in full swing in “Zimbabwe. #StopAttackingTheYouths

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BREAKING NEWS| Takudzwa Ngadziore the president of ZINASU the students movement in #Zimbabwe has been attacked in broad day light by militias operating with the acquiescence of government for protesting the use of #ImpalaCarRental vehicles in abductions. #StopAttackingYouths

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Brave #Zambia police officer who “resigned from the police service with immediate effect [rather] than being ordered by PF carders to abuse fellow Zambians” mounts constitutional case to fight for justice after being unfairly arrested and charged with sedition and inciting mutiny

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📢 Exciting News! 🌍 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2023 SouthernDefenders HRDs Summit in Windhoek, Namibia! 🇳🇦 Join us for a transformative experience, uniting HRDs from across the region. Let's amplify our voices and drive change together! 🔗

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These abductions should just stop now. Enough is Enough!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is sad to hear about the abduction of Dr. Peter Mangombeyi, President of Zimbabwe Hospital Docs Association. We call on the Zimbabwean authorities to act swiftly in bringing perpetrators to book.

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Law Society of South Africa (LSSA) on #Zimbabwe 1. Citizens must assemble peacefully and express without fear of violent arrest or death 2. internet shutdowns cut off access to vital information, does not restore order; it does the contrary. 5. All parties refrain from violence

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1/Zimbabwe | High Court Judge Erica Ndewere who granted MDC Vice Chairperson Job Sikhala bail in Sept. 2020 will be facing a tribunal after the Judiciary Service Commission (JSC) recommended to Pres. Mnangagwa to set one up to look into her suitability to hold office.

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#Zimbabwe | There has been systematic targeting and harassing of the @ARTUZ_teachers leadership and members over the past few years. These are #WHRDs who advocate for better living conditions for civil servants, particularly teachers. They are not criminals. #FreeObert

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We have reached out to Botswana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation @MFA_BW , Hon Lemogang Kwape @Lemskwape with our letter highlighting concerns regarding the situation in Zimbabwe. As the #SADCSummit approaches, we stress the importance of a unified response from

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We sent a letter to Zambia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs @ZambiaMFAIC , Hon. @MulamboHaimbe , concerning the urgent human rights situation in Zimbabwe. We urge Zambia to take a leading role in addressing the challenging environment created by the Zimbabwean government ahead of the

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We are outraged by the passing of the #PatrioticBill in #Zimbabwe ! Such laws have no place in a modern democracy. The people of #Zimbabwe deserve better. Such repressive laws are too broad and could be used to restrict fundamental freedoms, particularly freedom of expression.

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PERSECUTION OF DEFENDERS|| With the impending 31/7 demonstrations, season of arbitrary arrests, abductions of activists is upon us #Zimbabwe . Just today alone Mduduzi Mathuthu and his family have been raided/harassed and sadly Tawanda Muchehiwa an activist is believed abducted

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Stop unfair trials, respect independence of the judiciary. Do not weaponise the law as an instrument of repression! Restore the rule of law! Members of Law Society of #Zimbabwe take the unusual step of #demonstratingforjustice

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We have said it time and time again that lawyers must never be associated with the causes of their clients. The harassment of Adv Thabani Mpofu @adv_fulcrum in #Zimbabwe for doing his work and speaking to power must stop forthwith #ReleaseAdvMpofu #ProtectCivicSpace #protectHRDS

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Beatrice Mtetwa speaks on arrest of lawyer, Adv Thabani Mpofu @adv_fulcrum

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#Zimbabwe | We call on the authorities to immediately release @daddyhope , a top #Journalist just arrested 4 allegedly spreading fake news. During this 2nd wave of #Covid_19 , we urge the ZimGov 2 sober up, respect human dignity & stop persecuting its citizens. No 2 #PoliceBrutality

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We partnered with @CNRG_ZIM and visited the Chilonga village in Chiredzi where more than 12000 villagers are at the verge of being abitrarily evicted. We managed to secure an interim relief barring the abtritray eviction which offends section 74 of Constitution. #SaveChilonga

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MESSAGE-GABORONE to HARARE! Civil society leader Alice Mogwe Executive Director Ditshwanelo @fidh_en President laments heavy repression and persecution of activists. #AnInjusticeAnywhereisaThreattoJusticeEverywhere Regional solidarity in the context of repression in Zimbabwe

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Hopewell Chingono has been granted bail at last. We appreciate the resilience of our member @ZLHRLawyers and its members for standing up in defence of justice and the rule of law in a consistent and sustained manner. #ZimbabweanLivesMatter #WeStandWithDefenders

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Hopewell Chin’ono @daddyhope has been granted bail at the High Court. Justice Chitapi found that Magistrate Gofa grossly misdirected herself in denying the journalist bail. He is expected to be released from Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison later this evening. #FreeHopewell

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#Zimbabwe | @SAHRDNetwork ’s 2021 Human Rights Defender Award winner @MakomboreroH has been granted bail after a prolonged pre-trial detention. Mako’s case raise questions abt weaponisation of law in Zim. Thanks to lawyers @ProfMadhuku & @SimonChabuka & HRDs who stood with Mako

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HOW ZIMBABWE LEGAL SYSTEM WORKS IN PRACTICE 1. Hopewell Chingono in handcuffs at court for demanding a crackdown on corruption 2. Minister Moyo at Court Walking freely after being accused of aiding $60m theft of public funds The Law like a spider’s web only catches the weak

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MESSAGE-JOHANNESBURG to HARARE!! Civil society leader Corlett Letlojane Executive Director HURISA laments heavy repression and persecution of activists. #AnInjusticeAnywhereisaThreattoJusticeEverywhere Regional solidarity in the context of repression in Zimbabwe

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Justice must be served for #ThulaniMaseko . We shall continue to demand accountability and justice for the senseless act of violence. Let's stand together in the fight for human rights and against impunity. #TogetherWeDefend #JusticeForThulaniMaseko

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#Eswatini | News filtering that the authorities have once again restricted the internet services. Most social media apps are down. This is now becoming a bad trend. Access to information is a human right. For all digital security, tips reach out to our partner @digisocAfrica

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#Eswatini | The Southern Africa HRDs express their pain and outrage at the brazen assassination of renowned HRD, Thulani Maseko who was gunned down at point-blank range, in front of his wife and children at his home on the evening of January 21, 2023. Read:

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Urgent Appeal on Human Rights Ahead of #SADCSummit in Zimbabwe 🧵 📣📣📣📣📣📣📣📣📣📣📣📣📣📣📣 1. 📣 We have sent a letter to Ambassador Frederick Shava, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, highlighting the alarming suppression of civic space in

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#ZImbabwe | Absolutely outrageous! Lawyers @DougColtart & Tapiwa Muchineripi of @ZLHRLawyers were arrested & charged with obstructing justice for simply advocating for their abducted clients' rights to medical care & due process. This is a blatant attack on justice & human rights.

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Constitution of Zimbabwe: Preamble: 'We the people of Zimbabwe'. S88(1): 'Executive authority derives from the people'. S117(1): 'The legislative authority of Zimbabwe is derived from the people'. S162: 'Judicial authority derives from the people'. It's ALL about the people

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We have also sent our concerns to Namibia’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation @MIRCO_NAMIBIA , Hon Peya Mushelenga, regarding recent developments in Zimbabwe. As the #SADCSummit draws near, we call on Namibia and fellow #SADC members to address these pressing

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#TimothyMtambo our Deputy Chair at #SAHRDN fought hard for this. Very happy to see him cast his vote, the culmination of months of resistance and fighting to give agency back to the people to choose their own leaders and hold them to account. #MalawiDecides2020

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#Zimbabwe : There is absolutely no justification for prominent journalist Violet Gonda to be denied a Zimbabwe passport. The SAHRDN views this as persecution of a HRD and urges authorities to reconsider

Journalist Violet Gonda denied Zim passport by govt; told she’s blacklisted - NewZimbabwe.com

Spread This NewsBy Staff Reporter JOURNALIST Violet Gonda has been refused a Zimbabwean passport by registrar general Tobaiwa Mudede because she was apparently blacklisted by the government. She is...

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🛑 Sign This Petition! 🛑 Stand with us in demanding the immediate release of all political prisoners in Zimbabwe ahead of the 44th SADC Summit. Your signature as an individual makes a stand for each of the Zimbabweans being unjustly treated. ✊🏾✊🏽 📢 Sign the petition now:

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#Zimbabwe | Breaking news: Democracy activist and human rights defender @Makomborero has allegedly been arrested in an abduction-like style in the Sunningdale area.There have been reports of gunshots during the scuffle. We hope he is safe and unharmed. #WeStandWithHrds

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1. Update on Siphosami Malunga’s continued persecution in #Zimbabwe Yesterday 23/9/2022 the SAHRDN was at Tsholotsho Magistrate Court observing the trial of HRD @SiphoMalunga and his 2 business partners who face charges of unlawfully occupying a farm they bought in 2019

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In the context of a sharp uptick in COVID-19 cases in Zim & as a concrete measure to curb the unnecessary spread of SARS-CoV-2 we propose that @PoliceZimbabwe utilize online platforms such as zoom 2 conduct the interviews with the mentioned HRDs & activists. #HRDsAreNotCriminals

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🕊️ Remembering Advocate #ThulaniMaseko . Today, 2/9/2023, marks the end of mourning for the brave human rights lawyer. He was tragically killed for advocating for democracy in Eswatini. There is no justice, but his legacy lives on through the #ThulaniMaseko Foundation. 🙏🌍

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Zambia| Our digitally security partner @digisocAfrica has confirmed that from the last test and verified with several individuals, yes it's definitely seems like WhatsApp is down in #Zambia other apps like Signal, Wire, Twitter are still working. Time to turn on our VPNs.

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#Zimbabwe | SouthernDefenders calls for the safe and immediate return of pro-democracy activist and woman human rights defender, Moreblessing Ali

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🕊️ The loss of #ThulaniMaseko is a tragic reminder of the ongoing struggle for justice. His case remains unsolved. As we remember his tireless dedication to justice and human rights, let's demand answers and urge authorities to prioritize this case. #JusticeForThulaniMaseko

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#Zimbabwe | We are deeply concerned about the continued arrest & harassment of election observers. These individuals are #HRDs who play a crucial role in ensuring transparency and fairness. Silencing their voices undermines democracy & progress. Read 📲:

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#Zimbabwe | We continue to call for the immediate release of all prisoners of conscience, including @MakomboreroH who has been in protracted pre-trial detention. We urge the authorities to stop targeting human rights defenders & #democracy activists in Zim.

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SAHRDN welcomes the bold decision of the #Malawi judiciary to nullify election results for irregularities and illegalities. The #HRDC a member of the #SAHRDN has been absolutely brilliant, consistent and heroic in demanding electoral accountability at great personal cost. Salute!

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Surely for the leading anti-corruption activist @daddyhope to be subject to a violent attack at his house for patriotic calls for accountable governance and genuine fight against corruption is a new low in #Zimbabwe . He needs to be released forthwith

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Zenzele Ndebele a prominent HRD from #Zimbabwe had an accident when bolts snapped off one lower arm (of a wheel) of his vehicle. He found it curious but we are happy he is fine and hope there was no foul play

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#Zimbabwe | Refreshing to hear that the High Court has granted bail to @ARTUZ_teachers President @OMasaraure . We maintain that he shouldn't have been arrested in the first place. The authorities must drop these trumped-up charges. Stop persecution thru prosecution.

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Zimbabwe|Opposition MP @JoanaMamombe 's warrant of arrest cancelled. On her way to a local medical facility now. Salute @ZLHRLawyers @bamujm @MaryLawlorhrds @AmnestySARO @observer @cvoule @DeproseM @DougColtart

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#Zimbabwe | Again, we strongly condemn the malicious jailing of opposition leader Jacob Ngarivhume & urge authorities in Zim to exercise self-restrain, respect its constitution, release all political prisoners & desist from weaponising law (lawfare) to target voices of dissent

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#Eswatini Crisis: Time to rethink the governance and allow multi-party democracy? #eswatini #HumanRightsRoundUp To read more please follow the link below.

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#ZimbabweShutDown 844 human rights violations 1. killings at least 12 2. injuries from gunshots at least 78 3. torture, inhumane and degrading treatment including dog bites at least 242 4. vandalism and looting at least 46 5. arbitrary arrests and detentions (466)

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Right to demonstrate wins in #Malawi “The Courts have held, with an almost crusading zeal, in favour of protecting the right to demonstrate.” #JusticeNyirenda High Court #ProtectCivicSpace #ProtectHRDS

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Join us on 30 June 2022, where #HRDs from the region will discuss the Criminalisation of Human Rights Defenders as a Strategy of Repression, with a special focus on the case of #ObertMasaraure Conversation will happen on @crisiscoalition Twitter Space 👇

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Heads of Mission of EU delegation and of Australia, Canada and the USA to Zimbabwe issue a joint statement criticising government of #Zimbabwe for its heavy handed approach in dealing with #HRDs , civil society and legitimate political opponents #ProtectCivicSpace #ProtectHRDs

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We have also submitted a letter to Malawi’s Minister of Foreign Affairs @ForeignMalawi , Hon. Nancy Gladys Tembo @nancygtembo , emphasizing our concerns about the crackdown on dissent in Zimbabwe. We urge #Malawi to support our call for the respect of #HumanRights in #Zimbabwe . As

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BREAKING NEWS ZIMBABWE: Knews filtering from #Zimbabwe is that the leadership of the Nurses Association has been picked up by the police for exercising their rights to protest against failures to provide them with the correct conditions to practice their profession and save lives

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@SAHRDNetwork

2 years

1. Today 1/9/2022 trial of Siphosami Malunga & 2 of his business partners started at Tsholotsho Magistrate Court, 3 hrs from Bulawayo #Zimbabwe , charged for remaining in occupation of a farm they own which a senior politician Obert Mpofu wants. @SiphoMalunga @AfricaDefenders

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

4 years

The #SAHRDN is receiving news of a concerted effort to harass and intimidate Tendai Biti in #Zimbabwe . This must stop. A healthy democracy requires that legitimate opposition be respected and not needlessly harassed. We demand the authorities to guarantee the safety of #Biti

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@SAHRDNetwork

8 months

#JusticeForThulani : Today marks exactly one year since #ThulaniMaseko was assassinated in front of his family. No arrests have been made. We are intensifying our call for Justice. - Sign the Petition!

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

4 years

BREAKING NEWS| Zimbabwe National Students Union president Takudzwa Ngadziore who has been in custody for protesting at #ImpalaCarRentals after their vehicle was implicated in the abduction of HRD Tawanda Muchahiwa has been granted ZWL2000 bail #StopHarassingTheYouth

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@SAHRDNetwork

4 years

South Africa| We received news of an anonymous text message threatening #WHRD Nonhle Mbuthuma, saying that "she is next in line to be killed". This is horrifying and we expect the South African authorities to decisively offer immediate protection to Nonhle and her community.

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

2 years

South Africa | We’ve just concluded our Biennial General Meeting & congratulations to the new Chairperson of @SAHRDNetwork Prof @adriano_nuvunga & the new Vice Chairperson Ms Tanele Maseko. A big thank you to @tsunga_arnold , the outgoing Chair 4 leading with humility & integrity

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

4 years

Just in: @DougColtart received info that Hopewell & Jacob were going to be transferred to Chikurubi Maximum Prison this evening. Jacob’s lawyer went to Remand Prison to verify. He was denied access to them; they were put in leg-irons & put in the truck to be taken to Chikurubi.

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

4 years

#Zimbabwe | We call on the authorities, in particular Prez @edmnangagwa to swiftly release #HumanRightsDefenders & opposition activists who are being senselessly persecuted thru prosecution #FreeSheila @ARTUZ_teachers @JMafume #AllanMoyo #Maengahama #Madzokere #WeStandWithHRDs

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

3 years

Congratulations to @rose_hanzi the ED of @ZLHRLawyers for being honoured with the 2021 Vera Chirwa Award. She has shown great commitment in defending human rights thru sustainable litigation & advocacy which contributes positively to a culture of adherence to democratic values.

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

4 years

We welcome release of ZINASU President Takudzwa on USD50 bail. He spent over a month in custody for peacefully protesting against #ImpalaCarRentals for allegedly hiring out a vehicle to @TeeMuchehiwa abductors and refusing to publicly disclose their IDs

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

6 months

United with @AfricaDefenders to condemn the ongoing harassment faced by the Maseko family by Eswatini Authorities. We demand justice, accountability, & an end to the intimidation. We invite you to add your signature to the #JusticeForThulani petition:

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

4 years

Bail is a right. Fairness of society is easy to judge by how it treats its youths. Prolonged detention for expressing themselves amounts to criminalisation of expression and pre-trial punishment. It breaches the presumption of innocence and right to fair trial #FreeAlanMoyo

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SouthernDefenders

@SAHRDNetwork

2 years

#Zimbabwe | We continue to call for the immediate and safe return of Moreblessing Ali #StandwithHER

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@SAHRDNetwork

4 years

In the fight against #Covid_19 all countries know that Doctors and the medical profession are frontline soldiers who are working under the toughest conditions. It is so so regrettable that the Gvt of #Zimbabwe describes Doctors as "medical assassins".Surely this must be retracted

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