Independent but not free; use of the law to silence critics in Zimbabwe-the true story of our independence

On Thursday, 18 April, Zimbabwe will celebrate its 44 years of independence with so many questions being asked- what was the country’s independence all about?

After attaining independence on 18th April 1980, the ruling party adopted means to ensure its continued stay in power.

One of the means include using the law as a tool to maintain and retain power.

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