The promises of the new dispensation have disintegrated. From the hope and optimism that characterised the November 2017 transition from the de facto one-man rule under Robert Mugabe, many Zimbabweans are now left with a lasting sense of despair and hopelessness. It appears the justice delivery system has been weaponised against government critics, and due […]
Statement on the occasion of the International Human Rights Day
December 10, 2019 : News, Press releases
Statement on the occasion of the International Human Rights Day 10 December 2019 Today: 10 December 2019 the world commemorates the International Human Rights Day. The International Human Rights Day marks the 61st anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (the Declaration) in 1948. The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum (the […]
Launch of “Hear them Cry”: An Analysis of State Violence Against Children During the January 2019 Protests.
December 5, 2019 : Events, Monthly Human Rights Bulletin, Special Reports
The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum compiled a report analysing state violence against children during the January 2019 protests titled – Hear them Cry. Representatives from various organisations which interact with children’s rights came to the launch and joined in the commemorations on the Universal Children’s Day which coincided with the launch of the Report. […]
From VIOLENCE through TOLERANCE to APPRECIATION
December 5, 2019 : News
Press Statement Commemorating International Day For Tolerance 16 November 2019 The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum (the Forum) joins the world in commemorating the International Day for Tolerance. This is a day set aside by the United Nations on 16 November to affirm the commitment to strengthening tolerance through encouraging mutual understanding for different cultures […]