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Human Rights and Freedom of Expression in Zimbabwe

Summary

The European Parliament calls for the protection of human rights in Zimbabwe, specifically demanding the release of Pastor Evan Mawarire and addressing the abduction of activists.
10 16.03.2017
Other
human rights
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • The European Parliament condemns the arrest of Pastor Evan Mawarire and demands the withdrawal of all politically motivated charges against him.
  • The charges brought against Pastor Mawarire, including subverting a constitutional government and insulting the national flag, are viewed as attempts to silence dissent.
  • There is an urgent call for the Zimbabwean authorities to locate journalist Itai Dzamara and bring those responsible for his abduction to justice.
  • The resolution stresses that freedom of assembly, association, and expression are essential constitutional rights that must be protected.
Documents (PDFs)
JOINT MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Zimbabwe, the case of Pastor Evan Mawarire and other cases of restriction of freedom of expression MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Zimbabwe, the case of Pastor Evan Mawarire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Zimbabwe, the case of Pastor Evan Mawarire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Zimbabwe, case of Pastor Evan Mawarire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Zimbabwe, case of Pastor Evan Mawarire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Zimbabwe, case of Pastor Evan Mawarire Zimbabwe, the case of Pastor Evan Mawarire
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