5.0 War on Civil society
The constitution, which states that executive authority
is derived from the people of Zimbabwe, also clearly
outlines that the President MUST uphold, defend,
obey and respect the Constitution as the supreme law
of the nation and must ensure that the Constitution
and all the other laws are faithfully observed.
The supreme law of the land goes on to state that the
President must promote unity and peace in the nation
for the benefit and well-being of ALL the people of
Zimbabwe, ensure protection of the fundamental
human rights and freedoms and the rule of law; and
respect the diversity of the people and communities of
Zimbabwe.
We urge the government to go back to the founding
principles and work for the people of Zimbabwe, for it
is from the people that their mandate is derived.
ZIMBABWE PEACE PROJECT
MONTHLY MONITORING REPORT
JULY 2021
We take this chance to kindly remember, if he does
not, his speech in November 2017 and in August 2018,
where he promised to open up democratic space and
create a culture of tolerance, diversity and plurality in
all sectors.
“My Government will work towards ensuring that
the pillars of the State assuring democracy in our
land are strengthened and respected.”
He went on to say,
“My goal is to preside over a polity and run an
administration that recognises strength in our
diversity as a people, hoping that this position
and well-meant stance will be reciprocated and
radiated to cover all our groups, organisation and
communities…”
We ask, Mr President,
Do you Remember?
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