Partisan policing: An obstacle to human rights and democracy in Zimbabwe

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The IBAHRI is of the view that the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has abdicated its constitutional functions, responsibilities and obligations. Police officers are responsible for some of the most serious human rights and rule of law violations in Zimbabwe today. The ZRP has consistently shown disrespect and contempt for the law, lawyers and judicial authorities to an extent that has seriously imperilled the administration of justice and the rule of law in Zimbabwe. Far-reaching reforms and reorientation are necessary to bring Zimbabwe’s policing operations into conformity with constitution and regional and international human rights standards.