-- "So what am I hearing here in Harare?
In several conversations I’ve had with high density dwellers they have stated that there is a heavy police presence, not only in Highfields but many other areas as well. An illegal curfew has been put in place which sees bars closing as early as 6pm. People walking in groups of 4 or more are particularly at risk of harassment and intimidation. Pedestrians are randomly being accused of being the “ones that stoned the police” at the rally on Sunday.
Peter, a waiter in a cafe in Harare, told me that he didn’t know that the rally was taking place, nor did his team mates so they were turned away by police when they arrived at Zimbabwe Grounds, the heartland of the rally that was disrupted. Peter was indignant and said that the ban of public meetings was ridiculous and that both Zanu PF and the MDC should be free to meet as they please.
I’ve been seeing Zimbabwe like a cake lately." -- /znip/:: WOZA - Strikes and Protests 2007-- Women of Zimbabwe Arise
:: Tips for living positively in Zimbabwe -- kubatana.net - an online community for Zimbabwean activists ¶ Wednesday, March 14, 2007
