Jessie Majome’s quiet exit: When principle leaves the building
Jessie Majome’s exit from the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission was the latter.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 27, 2026
Sombre exit as Majome leaves ZHRC
FORMER Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission chairperson Jessie Majome vacated her office yesterday, two days after President Emmerson Mnangagwa reassigned her to the Public Service Commission
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 14, 2026
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Mnangagwa accused of brewing ‘constitutional abomination’ in purge of human rights chair
According to these provisions, the chairperson of the ZHRC enjoys a high level of security of tenure, specifically linked to that of the judiciary.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Apr. 12, 2026
Editorial Comment: Eroding Zimbabwe’s fragile democracy
Majome’s reassignment to the PSC serves as a warning to all statutory bodies: silence is the price of job security.
By The Standard
Apr. 12, 2026
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Backlash over Majome sacking
Majome’s removal occurred just one week after the ZHRC held a scathing press conference to criticize provisions within the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 12, 2026
Rights watchdog slams move to politicise chiefs
It said this would erode key constitutional safeguards and embolden other public officials to demand similar rights.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 10, 2026
ZHRC decries ‘colonial-era’ hospital infrastructure
“Celebrating health comes at a time when the sector is under strain,” Majome said. “The goal of building a healthier nation remains impeded by significant challenges.”
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 10, 2026
CAB3 undermines accountability: Human Rights commission
The Commission criticised the proposal to extend the presidential term to seven years, arguing it creates “a deliberate exception” to safeguards in Section 328(7) of the Constitution.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 7, 2026
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Rights under siege as public services collapse
THE Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) has flagged the erosion of basic human rights, blaming failing public services and restrictive laws that undermine citizens’ dignity and freedoms.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Dec. 10, 2025
