The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum (the Forum), which exists primarily to respond to and alleviate instances of organised violence and torture in Zimbabwe, has noted an escalation in cases of politically motivated violence from mid-September to date. The cases range from arbitrary arrests, malicious damage to property, arson, threats/harassment/intimidation as well as assault and torture. The escalation in incidents of politically motivated human rights violations in Mbare, Matobo and Insiza districts points to a deepening political crisis in the country as the nation trudges closer to the 2023 general elections. Below is a brief update report on the cases recorded in the respective areas.
