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Violence in Zimbabwe

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Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 by Bev Clark

Here’s a press statement from the Youth Forum:

Harare – The police have descended heavily on Glen View 3 residents and business people. Many residents and vendors have run away from their residences and businesses as the police are said to be picking up everyone and anyone they come across at and near the shopping centre.

According to reports from Glen View, police officers continue to descend upon Glen View in countless trucks picking up vendors and other ordinary citizens from around the shopping centre. Most vendors have left their wares at the shopping centre fearing arrest.

The Youth Forum condemns all forms of violence including the violence that led to the death of inspector Petros Mutedza. We urge the police to bring the culprits to book, this should, however, be done in a professional and ethical manner.

The Youth Forum takes this opportunity to convey its condolences to the Mutedza family, friends, the police force and the nation at large at this loss of a beloved family man, workmate and law enforcing agent. We urge the public to respect the lives of security officers and demand that the police do likewise, respect all lives. We also call upon the uniformed forces to restrain itself as it investigates this unwanted death of a fellow officer.

Acting against xenophobia

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Tuesday, May 31st, 2011 by Bev Clark

Burn Mukwerekwere Burn

If you missed this great piece of theatre at HIFA 2011 , if you missed it at the Theatre in the Park Cocktail 3 day run then you will kick yourself eternally if you miss it again at THE ALLAINCE FRANCAISE ON THE 8TH OF JUNE 6PM.

Tickets available at the venue.

Get into trouble

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Tuesday, May 31st, 2011 by Bev Clark

NGO job vacancies in Zimbabwe

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Tuesday, May 31st, 2011 by Bev Clark

Work in and for Zimbabwe. Help grow our nation. Check out the vacancies below. If you’d like to receive this sort of information, as well as civic and human rights updates, by email each week drop us a note saying “subscribe” to info [at] kubatana [dot] net Please note that the job vacancies we carry are related to the NGO and civil society sectors only.

Two (2) Finance opportunities at VSO
Deadline: noon on 2 June 2011

VSO is a leading international development organisation that fights poverty through people. We deliver relevant and cost effective work that promotes volunteering to fight global poverty in over 50 countries around the world.

1. Regional Finance Officer

Based in: Lusaka, Zambia

Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 per annum

With principal responsibility for restricted funding in each region, the regional Finance Officer plays a key role in supporting and advising programme offices in managing their donor contract related matters. The role also covers general financial management work relating to country offices where priorities and time allows.

2. Finance Manager (Fixed Term) (RAISA)

Based in: Pretoria, South Africa

Salary: £26,006 per annum

Fixed term until January 2012

With a substantial annual budget, RAISA – Regional AIDS Initiative for Southern Africa – is the largest programme run by VSO globally and is a comprehensive programme that addresses the HIV and AIDS epidemic in the Southern Africa region. RAISA works in Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

We have an exciting opportunity for maternity cover for 7 months, from July 2011 to January 2012, for a Finance Manager for RAISA that plays a key role in the supporting this successful programme. Your principal responsibility will be for the overall financial management of the RAISA project which will include tasks such as assisting with budget setting and monitoring, dealing with donor contract related matters and regular reporting to the RAISA Director and UK Accounts team. You will work with the 6 country offices to ensure that donor reporting deadlines and spending within budgets are met, as well as providing technical financial assistance as required.

For both roles we are looking for a person who is:

- Part or fully qualified accountant

- Has experience of donor-related financial management and reporting

- Able to develop strong and effective relationships with programme staff in different countries and work in a regional support team that is spread across the world

- Organised and self-motivated and able to achieve results

Substantial travel within the region is expected.

Applications:

To apply for the Regional Finance Office or Finance Manager, please follow this link: http://www.vso.org.uk/about/work-for-vso/current-vacancies/index.asp#I

To apply you will need to complete an application form and include your salary expectations for this role. Applications should be sent to recruitment [at] vso [dot] org [dot] uk

Programme Officer: ORBIS
Deadline: 3 June 2011

Location: Cape Town

ORBIS is a global development organisation whose mission is to prevent and treat blindness by providing quality eye care to transform lives. ORBIS envisions a world in which no one is needlessly blind; where quality eye care, education and treatment are available to every human being. The Programme Officer supports the Southern Africa Programme team on a range of programme activities. She/he supports the Southern Africa Programme Manager to develop and implement programme activities in Southern Africa. The Programme Officer will travel regularly to assigned programme countries in Africa and occasionally to other ORBIS office locations.

Requirements:

* Applicants should have a Masters or Honours Degree in development studies, social sciences, or a health related subject and demonstrable experience in managing a range of programme related activities on research or other projects related to development.

* Experience in qualitative and quantitative data analysis and report writing is required as is the ability to work productively both independently and in a team-based environment.

* The ability and willingness to travel extensively and a professional approach in building relationships with stakeholders and partners is also essential.

* The ability to read and write French and experience within the eye care sector is desirable.

Interested candidates can view the full job description and requirements on the Vacancies page here

To apply, email your CV, a motivation letter and a completed bio summary form (download from Vacancies page on the website) by Friday 3rd June to tracy [at] actionappointments [dot] co [dot] za

Procurement Analyst – UNDP Zimbabwe
Deadline: 3 June 2011

Type of Contract: Local: Fixed Term Appointment

Level: NO B

Post Number: 00061935

Closing Date: Friday 3 June 2011

To apply for this post kindly follow this link: https://jobs.undp.org/cj_apply.cfm?job_id=23198

Director of Health Services: Zimbabwe PSI
Deadline: 3 June 2011

PSI is a leading global health organisation with programmes in 67 countries targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world’s most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

PSI’s core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries. For more information, please visit our website

PSI seeks a Director Health Services to be based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Reporting directly to the Country Director, the successful candidate will provide effective leadership and strategic management of PSI Zimbabwe’s interventions in HIV prevention, care and treatment and reproductive health and family planning to ensure they are targeted; evidence based, and use international best practice approaches to achieve health impact. In addition he/she will manage the four health services areas of PSI Zimbabwe, i.e HIV Testing and Counseling, HIV Care and Treatment Services, including TB laboratory services and Anti-retroviral therapy, Male Circumcision and Sexual, Reproductive Health and Family Planning.

Responsibilities

- Offer strategic oversight, management and leadership of the Health Services Department which includes the New Start HIV counseling and testing franchise, New Life post test support services (HIV care and treatment), male circumcision, TB, sexual and reproductive health (including FP)

- Identify and assess opportunities for new and relevant health interventions and technologies to ensure PSI Zimbabwe remains in the forefront of HIV prevention and reproductive health programming; design quality projects and pursue funding opportunities for such innovation

- Write proposals and design of logical frameworks for a variety of donor requirements and indicators

- Write reports to and liaise with donors such as USAID, DFID, Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Global Fund (among others)

- Manage the departmental budget

- Design, execute and evaluate pilot projects, plan for scale up, develop assessment tools for pilot sites and implementation sites

- Build capacity of the services team through effective training, supervision and mentoring

- Representation of PSI in national fora and technical working groups as needed

- Build and maintain close working relationships with Ministry of Health departments

- Provide input into national guidelines, strategic plans, M&E plans

- Oversee procurement and management of supplies and equipment

- Develop and disseminate good practice and lessons learned documents

- Organize local and international technical workshops to disseminate good practice, share knowledge and experience and provide training

- Ensure the development of high quality training protocols for all program areas

- Ensure the development of tools and job aids for HIV counseling and testing, male circumcision, HIV treatment & care, reproductive health and family planning programs

- Develop quality assurance plans and supervise implementation of Q/A plans

- Develop operations research protocols and support external researchers in implementation

- Develop abstracts and articles for presentation at international fora on HIV, TB and Reproductive Health

Requirements

- A Masters in Public Health or medical qualification

- At least 5 years experience leading complex HIV prevention and/or reproductive health projects in a developing country, preferably sub Saharan Africa

- Proven experience securing funding and managing large budgets

- The ability to mentor direct reports

- Familiarity with international health, development issues and the international donor community

- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in partnership with a variety of audiences and organisations

- Fluency in spoken and written English

- Previous INGO experience is strongly preferred

- Excellent writing, presentation and interpersonal communication skills essential

Interested applicants should apply online at www.psi.org (no calls or emails, please)

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

WASH Local Capacity Builder: SNV Zimbabwe
Deadline: 6 June 2011

Background

SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is an international capacity development organisation working in Zimbabwe. SNV Zimbabwe has introduced a new sector in its operations that is Renewable Energy.

Given this background SNV seeks the services of Local Capacity Builder to make a detailed analysis of the WASH sector. This will entail gathering of primary and secondary data to deepen the analysis.

The individual/organisation (termed a Local Capacity Builder) is expected to

1. Provide SNV Zimbabwe with a full understanding of the WASH context within the country. The coverage of the context is expected to include (but should not be limited to):

a.    Key problems/issues within the sector

b.    Key programmes being undertaken within the sector

c.    Key players within the sector

d.    Other unexplored potential in the sector

2. Provide an understanding of key policy issues facilitating or hindering the development of the sector

3. Identify critical issues within the sector that have a systemic effect

4. Identify gaps, which can be appropriately filled in by SNV Zimbabwe taking into cognisance:

a.    Our approach and products

b.    SNV’s work/experience in other countries

c.    SNV’s work/experience, reputation and networks within the country

Competencies:

- Strong research and writing skills

- Experience and expertise in applied research in WASH

- Expert knowledge and extensive experience in the Zimbabwean WASH Sector within a developmental context

- Extensively networked person/organisation with inter-personal skills

- Experience with Multi stakeholder processes

- Knowledge of local languages an added advantage

Email your project proposals to Zimbabwe [at] snvworld [dot] org and copy mmthunzi [at] snvworld [dot] org Please note that your proposals should not exceed 10 pages.

Four (4) vacancies: Plan
Deadline: 9 June 2011

Plan is an international humanitarian, child centred development organisation whose operations in Zimbabwe commenced in 1986.   Plan Zimbabwe is implementing development programs that promote the realisation and fulfillment of children’s rights and alleviation of child poverty in ten districts in the country covering Bulawayo, Chipinge, Chiredzi, Harare (Epworth), Kwekwe, Mutasa, Mutare, Mutoko, Mwenezi and Tsholotsho.  Through these programs, Plan reaches out to over 300 000 people in Zimbabwe annually, particularly children. Plan offers equal opportunity employment to suitably qualified applicants for vacant positions within the organisation.

The Zimbabwe program is seeking services of suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions on fixed term contractual basis:

1. Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator x 3

(6 months -1 year, based in Kwekwe, Chipinge & Chiredzi offices)

Key job responsibilities:

Reporting to the Program Unit Manager, the job holder will be responsible for program planning, monitoring and evaluation activities under the assigned area of operation which includes guiding the delivery of the overall monitoring and evaluation strategy; monitoring implementation of agreed program activities within the project via implementing partners and relevant stakeholders ensuring effective communication practices, quality and timely reporting.

Entry qualifications and experience:

-    A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in development studies, social sciences or a related field from a recognised institution

-    Experience and knowledge in monitoring & evaluation system design and approaches

-    At least 3 years experience in monitoring and evaluation of projects/programs

-    Familiar with the theory of change framework approach and other strategic planning approaches

-    An understanding of community development work

-    Ability and experience in partnership building networking and collaboration

-    Excellent interpersonal, analytical and communication skills

-    Good report writing skills

-    Proficiency in MS office tools which includes MS Access, SPSS and other statistical packages.

2. Program Assistant x1

(2 years, based in Mutoko)

Key job responsibilities

Reporting to the Program Unit Manager, the job holder will be responsible for the provision of competent program and administrative services to the Program Unit which includes, courteously attending to visitors and their inquiries; mail handling, manning the switchboard; organising Program Unit functions such as meetings and workshops; managing stores and petty cash and participating in Program Unit strategic planning processes and meetings.

Entry qualifications and experience

-    A Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

-    A minimum of 5 ‘O’ Level passes including English Language and Mathematics

-    3   years relevant working experience preferably in the development sector

-    Good report writing skills

-    Excellent interpersonal, analytical and communication skills

-    Proficiency in MS office tools

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to submit a covering letter, a comprehensive CV and details of 2 referees, one of whom should be a current supervisor to: zwe.recruitment [at] plan-international [dot] org

Reference & background checks will be performed for successful candidates including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Webmaster: African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF)
Deadline: 10 June 2011

Department: External Affairs and Partnership

Duty Station: Harare, Zimbabwe

Duration of Contract: Six months

The African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) is an autonomous Foundation, sponsored by the African Development Bank (AfDB), World Bank and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).  It enjoys support from a wide range of bilateral donors and African states as full partners to the development of human and institutional capacities.

The Foundation is seeking applications for a temporary Webmaster.  The incumbent will have a primary responsibility for the appearance, content, editorial and availability of information on ACBF’s intranet and extranet websites. He/she will be responsible to regularly update and maintain the contents and appearance of the Foundation’s websites. The incumbent will also be responsible for the population and frequent updating of the constituent relationship management database of ACBF’s External Affairs and Partnerships department and media monitoring.

Desired Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism/Communication Studies with minor in IT, or related fields

- Sound knowledge and practical experience in web and portal authoring tools, desktop publishing applications, web tracking tools and Microsoft Office softwares

- Knowledge and experience in database management tools, flash, style sheets and scripting tools, and other web development and graphics applications. These may include but not limited to MS Visual Studio 2005, ASP.Net, Javascript, JQuery, Adobe Suites, MSSQL, MySQL and related technologies

- At least one to two years of practical experience in the maintenance and content administration of corporate websites

- Good interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills coupled with the ability to work in a multicultural environment

- Fluency in English, French language skills will be an added advantage

How to Apply:

Applications, quoting the ‘Webmaster,’ including curriculum vitae with three (3) referees should be received at the address below. This is a temporary position with no expectation of fixed-term appointment. Only candidates meeting the Foundation’s requirements will be contacted.

The Manager, Human Resources, The African Capacity Building Foundation, P.O. Box 1562, Harare, Zimbabwe or email: root [at] acbf-pact [dot] org

For more details on the position and the Foundation, please visit the ACBF website

Senior Field Officer – Environmental Conservation: Youth Dialogue Zimbabwe
Deadline: 10 June 2010

Youth Dialogue Zimbabwe (YDZ) is an upcoming youth centred community development organisation which engages, supports and facilitates the transformation of the lives of vulnerable youths through environmental training, life skills training and HIV/AIDS Education. The organisation seeks to employ a qualified, experienced, energetic, dynamic and mature team player as a Senior Field Officer. The incumbent will report to the Programme Manager.

Qualifications:

-    A minimum of a Diploma in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture and Conservation Management is required

-    Relevant qualification like a diploma in Education and Training Management will be an added advantage

-    The incumbent should have at least two years experience working with youths in a relevant field

-    The prospective officer should also have excellent communication, Interpersonal and organizational skills

-    Experience in community sensitisation, mobilisation and proposal writing essential

-    Computer literacy is a must.

Job Description:

- Conducting YDZ youth environmental related activities

- Shall assume all duties of the Programmes Manager in his/her absence

- Writing programme activity reports

- Taking part in planning sessions

- Developing and updating programme materials

- Conducting follow up programmes

- Care of programme materials, resources and equipment

- Any other duties as assigned by the Management and Board

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, a motivational letter and expected salary should be submitted to The Board – YDZ on email: mudefiabby [at] yahoo [dot] co [dot] uk

Nutrition Officer: UNICEF
Deadline: 13 June 2011

(NOB Level)

Temporary Appointment Post

UNICEF, the world’s leading children’s rights organization, has an opening for passionate and committed professionals who want to make a lasting difference in Zimbabwe. We are seeking people with a commitment for women and children, high drive results, demonstrable embracing of diversity, integrity, demonstrable teamwork, good self-awareness and self-regulation.

An opportunity has arisen to contribute towards project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of CMAM (Community Management of Acute Malnutrition) project activities. The role requires commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy. The successful individual will be responsible for ensuring availability of accurate data and up-to-date information required for effective CMAM programme management. The role requires development of effective communication and networking through partnership and collaboration. The individual will coordinate with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies to ensure effective collaboration and the exchange of information relating to CMAM.

Key result areas for the post include:

- Enhancing project efficiency and effectiveness through implementation follow-up, technical inputs, monitoring UNICEF inputs including supply and non-supply assistance and ongoing analysis of local needs and documentation/sharing of lessons

- Ensuring accuracy and consistency of intervention with established technical standards, rules, regulations and plans of action

- Ensuring the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that CMAM project expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the project information and database Follow up on queries or initiate corrective action on discrepancies

- Compiling general CMAM project implementation information/briefing and orientation to promote knowledge sharing with donors and media

- Collaborating with operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial or supply management

- Collaborating with local Government counterparts to provide technical input, exchange information on CMAM project implementation and status as well as movement and distribution supplies

Minimum qualifications and experience required:

- Advanced university degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Nutrition, Public Health & Nutrition, Health Sciences, International Health & Nutrition, Nutrition Policy and Management, Family and Community Health & Nutrition, Nutritional Epidemiology, Health & Nutrition Promotion and Disease Prevention

- At least 3-5 years relevant professional experience

- Good analytical and organizational skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment

If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send your application quoting vacancy notice number to the following address: HR Specialist (Vacancy Notice: Zim2011/16) UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue, P O Box 1250, Belgravia, Harare or email: hararevacancies [at] gmail [dot] com

Applications should be received by 13 June 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Fined $400 for killing someone: this is Zimbabwe

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Monday, May 30th, 2011 by Bev Clark

Fungai Tichawangana is widely admired and respected in Zimbabwe. At Kubatana we’ve been a fan of his for a long time. Why? He’s creative, energetic, community spirited and a real contributor to Zimbabwe’s cultural and artistic life.

Earlier this year, his equally talented, and lovely wife, Shingie was killed in a car accident in Harare. I hesitate in using the word accident. Fungai’s wife was killed by a drunk driver. A man who was fined US$400 and had his license suspended for 6 months. Fungai pointed out to us that people who steal a cow go to jail. But not this drunk driver.

The driving on our roads is generally criminal. Of course our country’s failing infrastructure doesn’t help matters. Nor does the selective policing of our roads help. Take the semi-permanent “roadblock” outside Borrowdale Junior School as an example. My last encounter with the police at this roadblock boiled down to a waiting game. They wanted to fine me for not having a light illuminating my number plate. When I asked for a ticket they couldn’t produce one but they did want $20. To pocket no doubt. The stand-off lasted several minutes until they got bored.

Instead of Bribe Roadblocks the Zimbabwean police would do well to protect road users from people in various states of drunkenness leaving night clubs, restaurants, taverns, beerhalls, office parties and discos. In a blog awhile ago I mentioned a banner I saw in Avondale. The banner was publicising a night club in Strathaven. Their slogan was Don’t Think, Drink. Absolutely disgusting.

In a poem entitled I Am Angry, written in 2008, Shingie wrote passionately about wisdom gone rotten.

Below is a poem from Fungai, entitled I Am Angry Too, about the loss of the love of his life.

I Am Angry Too

I am angry that I took so long to get to this anger
That we let it get so bad-
Not speaking, not asking
Not daring to breathe even
When evil came walking in our direction

That we sighted a wrong
Looked the other way
Heard an injustice
Put heads down in shame

And did not speak
And did not speak
Except in gasps of disbelief
And in muted whispers
As if we it were gossip
When we should have been yelling it to the skies.

I am angry too my love
That they won’t tell drunk drivers to get off the roads
That they fine them paltry sums for taking a life
That people die every day
And we let them go this way

I am angry for your loss of life
So I speak up now and tell the world
And know that you would have done the same
My friend, my love, to death, my wife.

- Fungai Tichawangana

SADC is Mugabe’s club

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Thursday, May 26th, 2011 by Bev Clark

If this can happen at a SADC conference, how can we possibly have any faith in them giving responsible oversight to a Zimbabwean election:

SADC Lawyers Association Condemns the Harassment of Civil Society Representatives by Zimbabwean State Security Agents at the SADC Extraordinary Summit In Windhoek

The SADC Lawyers Association is appalled by the harassment of civil society organizations’ representatives at the SADC Extraordinary Summit in Windhoek on 20 May 2011 by Zimbabwean state security agents accompanied by Namibian police officers. Various members of civil society organizations from Zimbabwe and the region were at the Summit to highlight their concerns on issues that were on the summit agenda, including the crisis in Zimbabwe and the future of the SADC Tribunal.

The Civil Society Organizations held meetings and press conferences in various venues in Windhoek to highlight their concerns. At the venue of the Summit, Safari Court Hotel, some Zimbabwean state security agents who refused to identify themselves targeted Zimbabwe National Association of Non Governmental Organisations (NANGO) chairperson Dadirai Chikwengo, Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition officials MacDonald Lewanika, Pedzisayi Ruhanya and Dewa Mavhinga and other representatives of the Zimbabwe Election Support Network who were distributing statements with civil society demands to the summit. They were taken away from the hotel by the Namibian police under the watchful eye of the Zimbabwean state security agents. This was despite the fact that ZANU PF youths, led by one Nguni were allowed to freely distribute glossy booklets titled “Movement for Democratic Change (MDC-T) and the Culture of Violence” without any interference from either the Namibian Police or the Zimbabwe state security agents.

The SADC Lawyers’ Association Executive Secretary Makanatsa Makonese, Executive Director of the Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights Irene Petras, Lloyd Kuvheya of the Southern Africa Litigation Centre and Joy Mabhenge of the Institute for a Democratic Alternative in Zimbabwe were also targeted whilst holding a meeting at the Safari Court Hotel. They were taken from the hotel into the parking area by armed police officers and interrogated by aggressive Zimbabwe state security agents for more than an hour. The security agents asked personal questions about the CSO representatives’ addresses in Zimbabwe, villages of origin, who had paid for their tickets to Namibia and where they were staying in Namibia. They also demanded the four’s passports to record their national identity numbers and other identity information.

Another civil society representative Jealousy Mawarire was briefly detained for taking pictures whilst a car that was being used by Dewa Mavhinga was confiscated. Both Mawarire and the car were only released after the intervention of Namibian human rights lawyer Norman Tjombe. The SADC Lawyers Association is dismayed that the Zimbabwe state security agents continue to behave as a law unto themselves, even on foreign land. To this end the Association supports the call made by the Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights on 20 May 2011 for the reform of the Zimbabwean security sector as enunciated in the Zimbabwe Global Political Agreement. It is sad that the Namibian police officials allowed themselves to be used by these agents to harass harmless and peaceful civil society organization representatives who had not committed any offence. The Government of Zimbabwe, state security agents in that country and SADC Governments are reminded that civil society organizations and individual citizens have a right to be heard and to participate in issues that affect how they are governed.

Issued for and on behalf of the SADC Lawyers Association
By Thoba Poyo-Dlwati
President
23 May 2011.