Urgent Call for Release of Detained Oppostion Members in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean authorities are urged to release over 70 opposition members who were detained for peaceful activism immediately and unconditionally, stated Amnesty International.
What Happened?
- Members of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party were arrested at a gathering at party leader Jameson Timba’s home in Harare.
- Authorities have denied bail to the detained members since the raid on 16 June.
Amnesty International’s Demand
Khanyo Farise, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director, emphasized the need for the immediate and unconditional release of the detained members.
Legal Violations
The prolonged detention of the opposition members goes against Zimbabwe’s Constitution and international human rights obligations, according to Farise.
Consequences of Crackdown
- People in Zimbabwe are facing increasing restrictions on exercising their rights ahead of a major summit in August.
- Authorities have been cracking down on peaceful protests and gatherings.
Recent Arrests
- Members of social justice movements and media organizations have also been targeted and arrested by authorities.
- Press inquiries can be directed to [email protected].
This call for the release of detained members is crucial to uphold human rights and freedom of expression in Zimbabwe.
Source: www.amnesty.org