News24 | Zimbabwe: Can Patriotism Be Legislated?

Zimbabwe Targets Dissent With Patriotism Legislation

The ruling Zanu-PF party appears determined to further criminalize dissent in Zimbabwe. Its lawmakers are seen to be trying to entrench legislation that can be used to target those who flag the government's shortcomings.by Privilege MusvanhiriLawmakers from the ruling ZANU-PF party in Zimbabwe are moving a motion to further criminalize government critics. They're advocating for a comprehensive strategy to promote patriotism and national identity…

News24 | Zimbabwe: Can patriotism be legislated?

The ruling ZANU-PF party appears determined to further criminalise dissent in Zimbabwe. Its lawmakers are seen to be trying to entrench legislation that can be used to target those who flag the government’s shortcomings.

Zimbabwe: Can Patriotism Be Legislated?

The ruling Zanu-PF party appears determined to further criminalize dissent in Zimbabwe. Its lawmakers are seen to be trying to entrench legislation that can be used to target those who flag the government's shortcomings.

Zimbabwe: Can patriotism be legislated?

The ruling Zanu-PF party appears determined to further criminalize dissent in Zimbabwe. Its lawmakers are seen to be trying to entrench legislation that can be used to target those who flag the government's shortcomings.

Can patriotism be legislated?

Zimbabwe’s ruling party lawmakers are seeking to entrench contested legislation to criminalize dissentImage: Tsvangirayi Mukwazhi/AP Photo/picture alliance Lawmakers from the ruling ZANU-PF party in Zimbabwe are moving a motion to further criminalize government critics. They’re advocating for a comprehensive strategy to promote patriotism and national identity. Proposed measures include formalizing a national ideology, establishing a national i…