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Solidarity message from MDC-T Vice President Hon. Thokozani Khupe
Deputy Prime
Minister Thokozani
March 22, 2012
I have learnt
with shock and dismay the conviction and subsequent sentencing
of six activists for watching videos on the North African uprisings
that led to the fall of dictatorships.
The conviction
and sentencing of Antonette Choto, Munyaradzi Gwisai, Tatenda Mombeyarara,
Edson Chakuma, Hopewell Gumbo and Welcome Zimuto, sets a wrong precedent
and is not in tandem with democratic principles.
While I respect
the separation of powers and the liberty of the judiciary, the conviction
of the six rights defenders shakes the very foundation of internationally
accepted freedom to associate and engage. Zimbabwe has recorded
gross human rights violations that have shaken the justice delivery
system.
As a woman leader
who has been harassed and arrested before, I convey my solidarity
to the six activists and especially to Antonette Choto. May you
be strong and find solace in the knowledge that as women leaders
we are with you.
The people of
Zimbabwe know your progressive stance on human rights, justice and
dignity for all.
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