Statements

Respect Artistic Expression!

ZimRights Statement on the dying freedom of expression in Zimbabwe ZimRights notes with concern the stifling of the freedom of expression in Zimbabwe. This has been a growing trend that was recently manifested with a Winky D musical show that was disrupted by members of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP). ZimRights has noted how there […]
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Zimbabwe @ 43: In Pursuit of the Elusive Independence Promise

Zimbabwe @ 43: In Pursuit of the Elusive Independence Promise Today, ZimRights joins the rest of the nation in commemorating 43 years of independence. 43 years ago, the Union Jack was lowered while the colourful  Zimbabwean flag took to the skies, representing the great independence promise. This was a moment of pride, hope and inspiration. […]
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Statement on National Youth Day

Take wholesome approach to address issues that affect youths today! Statement on National Youth Day The Zimbabwe Human Rights Association (ZimRights) joins the Zimbabwean nation in commemorating the Robert Mugabe National Youth Day. This year marks the fifth year of the commemorations, which honour the late former President of Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe, while focusing on […]
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The Assassination of Thulani Rudolf Maseko

The safety of Southern African Human Rights Defenders is under threat! Statement on the Assassination of Thulani Rudolf Maseko ZimRights learnt with shock and sadness of the assassination of Eswatini Human Rights Defender Thulani Rudolf Maseko. He was gunned down at close range in the presence of his family at his home on the 21st […]
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41 Years Later – The African Charter is Dying

ZimRights Statement on Africa Human Rights Day The Zimbabwe Human Rights Association (ZimRights) joins the African continent and the rest of the world in commemorating the Africa Human Rights Day. The Africa Human Rights Day is observed every year on the 21st of October, inviting the African peoples to reflect on the continent’s human rights […]
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ZimRights statement on the International Day of the Girl Child

GIRLS’ RIGHTS! LET’S TAKE ACTION AND SECURE OUR FUTURE ZimRights statement on the International Day of the Girl Child ZimRights joins the world in commemorating the International Day of the Girl Child. Today marks the 10th anniversary of the commemorations, which are a call to recognise girls’ rights and the unique challenges that they face […]
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Statement commemorating the International Day of Peace

LET US BUILD POSITIVE PEACE IN ZIMBABWE ZimRights joins the rest of the world in commemorating the International Day of Peace, established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly and commemorated every 21st of September. This year, the global theme is “End racism. Build peace”. ZimRights understands the threats posed by racism, and any […]
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Make ZEC More Independent and Impartial

MAKE ZEC MORE INDEPENDENT AND IMPARTIAL! ZimRights Statement on the recent appointment of ZEC Commissioners ZimRights registers its displeasure over the recent appointment of Commissioners to the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC). The President of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Emmerson Mnangagwa, recently appointed six Commissioners in terms of section 238(1)(b) of the Constitution – the President appoints […]
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ZimRights’ statement commemorating Africa Day 2022

ZimRights joins the nation and the African continent in commemorating Africa Day. The Day, commemorated every 25th of May seeks to acknowledge successes and to encourage the progress that Africa has made under a specific theme while reflecting upon the common challenges that the continent faces in a global environment.  This year, the day is […]
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