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NPRC calls for political parties regulation

NPRC calls for political parties regulation

The Herald Farirai Machivenyika-Senior Reporter  Political parties should be regulated to promote good corporate governance in Zimbabwe’s political dispensation and to minimise institutional conflicts, the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) has said. In its 2021 annual report, the NPRC said conflicts within parties have a negative bearing on the unity and harmony of the…

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Gutu In Gukurahundi Storm

Featured National Gutu In Gukurahundi Storm 26 June 2021 By A Correspondent- Traditional leaders in Matabeleland have demanded the resignation of former MDC-T vice-president Obert Gutu from the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) claiming he was conflicted and thus could not deal with the emotive Gukurahundi issue. Gutu is the NPRC spokesperson and on Tuesday courted fire when he said the Gukurahundi issue, which claimed over 20 000 people from Matabeleland and Midlands regions in the 1980s, was “a small tiny fraction of issues” his commission was seized with. The civilians were massacred by a crack army unit deployed to the region by then Prime Minister Robert Mugabe to flush out perceived PF-Zapu dissidents. Yesterday, traditional leaders joined human rights groups in condemning Gutu, describing his statements as retrogressive and malicious to the founding principles of the NPRC. Chief Mathema of Gwanda said Gutu was not adding any value to the NPRC and should resign with immediate effect. “He (Gutu) lacks the calibre required for this emotive genocide,” Chief Mathema said. “He is not a serious person and he lacks depth in approaching the Gukurahubndi issue. He should better excuse himself from this important commission that people hope will solve most of their problems that relate to Gukurahundi. He lacks insight into human nature.” President Emmerson Mnangagwa last year tasked the traditional leaders in Matabeleland and Midlands regions to preside over the emotive issue and consult affected citizens on the way forward. He said government would only capacitate the process. Chief Jahana of Insiza said Gutu was clueless when it came to dealing with matters of conflict and could worsen the situation. “He (Gutu) has no focus as a person coming from the region that never lost any relative in such genocide,” Chief Jahana said. Ibhetshu LikaZulu secretary-general Mbuso Fuzwayo said Gutu’s remarks exposed the NPRC as a tool used by government, the chief perpetrator, in buying time. “The appointment of Gutu removed all doubt about government’s unwillingness to find a lasting solution on the Gukurahundi genocide,” Fuzwayo said. “Gutu’s history of fraternising with the Zanu PF regime dates back to the days of Gukurahundi genocide, where he was part of the Judiciary that was a vital tool in human rights violations. “It’s very unfortunate and sad that the whole NPRC can sit and agree that the genocide, which claimed a minimum of 20 000 lives, left thousands of women abused, raped, scores bayoneted, many people displaced, tortured and forcibly disappeared, is nothing but a ‘small, tiny fraction’.” NPRC chairperson Selo Nare was not reachable for comment on Gutu’s remarks. -NewsDay Related Read the full article

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Churches, Civil Society, Business & Every Zimbabwean Must Participate in National Dialogue: CCJPZ

Churches, Civil Society, Business & Every Zimbabwean Must Participate in National Dialogue: CCJPZ

Zimbabwe is at a crossroads as its political and economic crises deepen. Beyond offensive international diplomatic actions, court applications and protests, a national dialogue appears the best alternative to resolve Zimbabwe’s swelling socio-economic and political afflictions.

Last year, President Emmerson Mnangagwacalled on political parties, churches and civil-society leaders to participate in…

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People with disabilities take electoral violence | Breaking News Please, Like & Subscribe Zim News ^^. Subscribe : https://goo.gl/wMLaFq THE National Association of Societies for the Care of the Handicapped (NASCOH) has urged political parties to desist from violence during elections. BY VENERANDA LANGA NASCOH representative Masimba Kuchera told delegates during the signing of the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) Peace Pledge that violence had affected people with disabilities (PWDs) to the extent that they feared participating in politics. “Political violence has brought disability to the people of Zimbabwe, not only physically, but in some instances it has brought psychological problems because we have not been able to be tolerant of each other,” Kuchera said. “The United Nations projects that 7% of people in Zimbabwe (about 900 000) are PWDs, and this is a big demographic, but if you look at your political parties there are 23 Presidential candidates, but very few are PWDs.” Coalition of Democrats presidential candidate Elton Mangoma is the only person living with a disability. “PWDs fear to participate in politics because of violence, and as a PWD I would not want to take the risk by joining politics, and it means that 7% of the demographics in Zimbabwe have been left out. PWDs also want to make a contribution in this country but the environment has to be conducive for them to participate,” he said. A representative from the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations and Churches, Peter Makwara said it was sad that politically-motivated violence during elections was causing loss of lives and property. “As churches, our message to political parties is that the nation is looking for principled leadership that are servants, shepherds and stewards, not dictators or hirelings. Zimbabwe needs leaders that are competent and clear in taking the direction of the country forward,” he said. Chairperson of the Zimbabwe Gender Commission Margaret Sangarwe said they were concerned that out of a population where 52% were women, it was sad that few women were participating in politics due to violence. “We call upon political parties to embrace women so that they can be part of this process. If we exclude women, we will not succeed as a nation,” Sangarwe said. Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission chairperson Elasto Mugwadi said the sanctity of life must be respected. “As we approach the July 30 elections, we should try and control our emotions, abhor hate speech and provocative sloganeering. We want people to go about their political business peacefully,” Mugwadi said. #People #with #disabilities #take #electoral #violence #Breaking #News #zimnews

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JUST IN: Opposition president ARRESTED (WATCH VIDEO)

JUST IN: Opposition president ARRESTED (WATCH VIDEO)

Doctor Francis Danha leader of 1980 Freedom Movement party has been taken into police custody after demanding the resignation of Justice Priscilla Chigumba from the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission(ZEC). A video has appeared of him getting arrested by Harare police for disrupting today’s National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) meeting attended by political parties participating in […]

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NPRC calls for political parties regulation

NPRC calls for political parties regulation

The Herald Farirai Machivenyika-Senior Reporter  Political parties should be regulated to promote good corporate governance in Zimbabwe’s political dispensation and to minimise institutional conflicts, the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) has said. In its 2021 annual report, the NPRC said conflicts within parties have a negative bearing on the unity and harmony of the…

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Arts For Peace Gala Suspended Last Minute In Mudzi Amid Political Involvement 

A colourful Arts For Peace Gala meant to celebrate peace and harmony in Mudzi, Mashonaland East was ordered off at the last minute on Saturday owing to a “technical issue” with law enforcement authorities.

The much-heralded gala put together by the Church Convergence On Peace (CCOP) wing under the directorship of Bishop Ancelimo Magayaand the first of its kind in the country, was slated to happen…

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Divided Churches Cannot Facilitate National Dialogue

Divided Churches Cannot Facilitate National Dialogue

The churches in Zimbabwe have been active on the political scene on various fronts, yet its exact role within the context of political transitions has been least explored, save only for the constitution-making process, the November 2017 events that toppled former President Robert Mugabe from power and the 2018 general election.

From and within this transitional epoch, the church undertook a…

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Churches & Civic Societies Condemns The Victimisation Of Outspoken Chief Ndiweni

Churches & Civic Societies Condemns The Victimisation Of Outspoken Chief Ndiweni

Civil Society and Churches Joint Forum (CSCJF) has condemned the recent attack of outspoken Ntabazinduna Chief Felix Nhlanhlayamangwe Ndiweni by alleged state agents who claimed to be from the “President’s Office” and tried to grab his official vehicle on Wednesday.

Chief Ndiweni had just stepped out of the Bulawayo Magistrates’ Courts at about 11.30AM when he says he was confronted by about six…

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Share Power With Opposition Party Or Risk More Bloodshed, Church Warns Government

Share Power With Opposition Party Or Risk More Bloodshed, Church Warns Government

With Zimbabwe’s economy continuing to extravasate badly despite the regime’s best efforts and more civilians protests looming. Numerous calls have been made to President Emmerson Mnangagwa to involve opposition leader Nelson Chamisa to stem an economic debacle.

Among the recommendations that are being considered as possible amends to the country’s rapid-deteriorating economy. There are increasing…

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National Dialogue Must Start on Key Issues Affecting Our Nation: MDC

National Dialogue Must Start on Key Issues Affecting Our Nation: MDC

National dialogues have emerged in recent years as powerful tools for peace-building across the world and today there are numerable attempts to launch it in Africa, Asia and South America.

These discourses are used as mechanisms to bring the major stakeholders together when political institutions and governments are delegitimised or collapse. They are also increasingly used in transitional…

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Gutu Appointed NPRC Spokesperson

Featured National Gutu Appointed NPRC Spokesperson 14 June 2021 Political turncoat Obert Gutu has been appointed as the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) Spokesperson while he will also handle the Complaints handling, investigations and legal services. Full list of NPRC Appointments… Healing Reconciliation and Rehabilitation Chairperson Commissioner Reverend Dr Chiropafadzo Moyo Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships Commissioner Dr Golden Chekenyere deputised by Commissioner Obert Gutu Victim Support, Gender and Diversity- Commissioner Nomaqhawe Gwere deputised by Commissioner Lilian Chigwedere Conflict Prevention and Non Recurrence Chairperson- Commissioner Dr Tinashe Rukuni deputised by Commissioner Nomaqhawe Gwere Complaints Handling Investigations and Legal Services Chairperson Commissioner Obert Chaurura Gutu deputised by Commissioner Dr Josephine Shambare Research and Knowledge Management Chairperson- Commissioner Dr Donwell Dube deputised by Commissionere Dr Tinashe Rukuni Finance, Administration and Human Resources Chairperson- Commissioner Dr Josephine Shambare deputised by Commissioner Reverend Dr Chiropafadzo Moyo Related Read the full article

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Zimbabwe: MP Confronts Police Over Fatal Shooting of Bulawayo Man

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Zimbabwe: MP Confronts Police Over Fatal Shooting of Bulawayo Man

[New Zimbabwe] An MDC-Alliance legislator has called on the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) and the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) to speedily institute investigations into the fatal shooting of a Bulawayo man by police.

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20 presidential candidates sign a peace commitment | Breaking News Please, Like & Subscribe Zim News ^^. Subscribe : https://goo.gl/wMLaFq World cup 2018 : http://bit.ly/2tbUEHi SOME 20 of the 23 presidential candidates contesting next month’s general elections, yesterday signed a peace pledge, binding themselves to a code of conduct compelling them to campaign peacefully. BY VENERANDA LANGA The peace pledge document was prepared by the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) as part of efforts to promote a peaceful campaign environment ahead of elections set for July 30. Zanu PF presidential candidate Emmerson Mnangagwa, his MDC-T and MDC Alliance counterpart Nelson Chamisa and leader of the leader of the smaller MDC-T party faction Thokozani Khupe did not attend the event, but had their officials sign the document on their behalf. MDC-T national chairp... #20 #presidential #candidates #sign #a #peace #commitment #Breaking #News #zimnews

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Nare explains the role of the NPRC in the 2018 election, its future | Breaking News Please, Like & Subscribe Zim News ^^. Subscribe : https://goo.gl/wMLaFq World cup 2018 : http://bit.ly/2tbUEHi NATIONAL Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) chairperson Retired Justice Selo Masole Nare says currently, his commission’s number one priority is ensuring that there is peace during the elections period. By VENERANDA LANGA Thereafter, Nare says his commission will be seized with dealing with issues of national healing relating to the Gukurahundi period, including visiting victims. The following are excerpts of an interview between Nare (SMN) and Southern Eye senior parliamentary reporter Veneranda Langa (ND) on the NPRC’s role during the elections. ND: What is the role of the NPRC during these elections? SMN: The NPRC is a product of the 2013 Constitution and our sermon is that of pea... #Nare #explains #the #role #of #the #NPRC #in #the #2018 #election #its #future #Breaking #News #zimnews

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NPRC develops a commitment to peace | Breaking News Please, Like & Subscribe Zim News ^^. Subscribe : https://goo.gl/wMLaFq World cup 2018 : http://bit.ly/2tbUEHi THE National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) yesterday developed a peace pledge which is expected to be signed on Tuesday by different political parties contesting in the 2018 elections as their commitment to promoting peaceful elections. BY VENERANDA LANGA NPRC chairperson, retired Justice Selo Masole Nare said the peace pledge will be a preventive and peace-building mechanism to ensure political parties adhered to a peaceful electoral environment. He said it was not mandatory for political parties to assent to it, although it would be wise to sign it in order to protect their supporters from a recurrence of past electoral violence. “Peaceful elections are a key ingredient for lo... #NPRC #develops #a #commitment #to #peace #Breaking #News #zimnews