This year’s International Day of Peace comes in the aftermath of Zimbabwe’s 2023 general elections that were marred by violence, intimidation, and the collective failure of our institutions to independently live up to their constitutional obligations and expectations. In the aftermath of the election, we have noted the systematic targeting of opposition leaders and candidates through abductions, torture, and violence.
We condemn and call for an end to post-election violence and other human rights abuses. Political parties must desist from violence and take a lead in preaching unity, peace, tolerance, and harmony in the diversity of our convictions. We restate our desire and commitment towards inclusive dialogue aimed at positive peace, national healing, transitional justice, and reform.
Our Chapter 12 institutions must be adequately supported to independently perform their functions to promote and protect peace. We call on the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) to take decisive, concrete action on human rights abuses that stand in the way of peace. The police and other institutions must fairly act without bias to end violence and promote peace.Heal Zimbabwe stands ready to collaborate with national institutions to positively build, promote and protect peace, tolerance, and respect for human rights.
To commemorate the International Day of Peace, Heal Zimbabwe will undertake various activities in collaboration with its community peace structures across the country in a bid to build bridges in pursuit of peace, tolerance, and harmony. Heal Zimbabwe remains committed to promote peace in its quest for a peaceful, socially cohesive and prosperous Zimbabwe whose citizens live #AsOne people.
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