UN probes Jessie Majome ouster
Activist Allan Chipoyi has approached the Constitutional Court challenging Majome's removal from the ZHRC after Mnangagwa reassigned her to the Public Service Commission.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Jun. 19, 2026
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
African human rights body calls for Majome reinstatement
Meanwhile, ordinary citizens have approached the courts to challenge her removal from the ZHRC.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 15, 2026
Zanu PF activist Nguni seeks to nullify critical human rights report
He alleged political bias on Majome’s part, questioning her links to opposition politics and whether she had severed ties with the MDC upon her appointment.
By PRIDE NYAMUPANGEDENGU
Apr. 15, 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
