Comments on: Three year old child assaulted

By: Marc Beharry

Marc Beharry — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:39:20 +0000

I am ashamed to be a human being… if i lived in this country i would [...] Mugabe myself.

By: anonymous

anonymous — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:20:31 +0000

This is utterly outrageous. How could the world sit back and allow such a cruelty to continue? As someone who had lived in Zimbabwe, it is heartrending to see such a degeneration of a once beautiful country and of human rights.
I pray that sanity and peace may be restored soon.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 07:45:34 +0000

I think this is not just cruel it is way out of line.
It seems that Mogabe thinks he is Hitler and is there nobody that can take this man out or is everybody to scared of him. He must be hanged in public for everything he has done. Be aware when God stepps in and takes over Mogabe!!!

By: Nangamso

Nangamso — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:17:16 +0000

I don’t think Robert Mugabe is still sane! How can someone that fought hard for the freedom of Zimbabwe then turns around and let this thing happen in that country?

It officially, Thabo Mbeki is not in touch with reality anymore! What must happen before he takes action and help stop this?

If they are hurting innocent 3 year olds like this, I don’t think these people are still fit to be called humans!!!!! I have kids at home and I can’t imagine what the mother of the 3 year old felt like when they were beating her child like that.

I pray that soon sanity will prevail!

By: mojo

mojo — Tue, 13 May 2008 01:34:33 +0000

In response to Sally D, yes Joyce Mujuru was educated at Howard and was a Salvationist then.

By: Zimbabwean sympathiser

Zimbabwean sympathiser — Mon, 12 May 2008 15:27:11 +0000

There is a fund specifically to help victims of violence in Zimbabwe. It was set up by Roy Bennett, Treasurer of the MDC. Check: http://www.zimfund.com.

By: Tara

Tara — Sat, 10 May 2008 18:56:26 +0000

Sokwanele

The UN consolidated Appeal for Zimbabwe at
ReliefWeb:
http://ocha.unog.ch/fts2/pageloader.aspx?page=emerg-emergencyDetails&appealID=789

By: Erin

Erin — Sat, 10 May 2008 15:36:19 +0000

How sad is this. How can someone hurt a child???? I am so sad.

By: Faraway

Faraway — Sat, 10 May 2008 06:36:29 +0000

If Mugabe’s family is in Malaysia, one would suggest that his loot is probably safely tucked away there as well, guarded by his pal, the former PM Mahatmir, another demented despot.

By: True Grit

True Grit — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:25:55 +0000

The Association of Doctors for Human Rights has released a statement today blaming Zimbabwean security forces for the escalation and dramatic rise in violence and torture. ” The level of brutality and callousness exhibited by the perpetrators is unprecedented and the vicious and cowardly attacks by so called war veterans on women, children and the elderly shames the memory of all true heroes of the liberation struggle” they said.

By: mambo

mambo — Fri, 09 May 2008 08:02:07 +0000

If the international community cannot be moved by such evidence of moral decadence, I don’t know what else Zimbabweans should do to stop this slow motion horror. It defies logic and an absolute shame that we should be be parading such barbarity when the whole world is getting more enlightened ( even quark Castro’s Cuba is finally seeing the light). Think for a moment, the people behind these gruesome images are being made to do it and the people ordering this mayhem are themselves captives of a higher order. I say Mugabe must be made to account for this. The fact that such violence is commonplace elsewhere in the world should not be used as an excuse to let it fester in Zimbabwe- enough is enough as you say on this site

By: Erin

Erin — Fri, 09 May 2008 02:10:36 +0000

Oh that poor child.
And I shudder to realise that there are unfortunately others also suffering. People everywhere need to pray. Oh God, please help Zimbabwe!
Also, I am sure there are many people like myself who are far away who have no contacts in Zim who feel helpless in this situation. If there are any other reputable and trustworthy organisations currently in Zim it would be helpful to have their details posted here if possible? Then if people feel moved they can give money.
Speaking of which, how to get donations ($$) safely into Zimbabwe? And the postal service? Is it even vaguely reliable?

By: Chipo C.

Chipo C. — Thu, 08 May 2008 20:17:41 +0000

Sad that children now are targets for violence. Children are being used to get donations for Mutoko Mother of Peace and donations are then given to ZANU for the campaign of terror in Mutoko. Mother of Peace fuels ZANU trucks and it is sad what people will do to use children for evil purposes. Sad that corruption and violence now involve children who already have lost mothers and fathers to AIDS.

By: tc

tc — Thu, 08 May 2008 20:00:52 +0000

Oh God, I cannot bear this. You have to ask questions about humanity. How can people DO this and how do they keep on obeying and how can one person get another to do this.
What could it take to get someone to listen to their own best interests and DISOBEY POWER? Many of the police and army must feel trapped and disagree with what they’re instructed to do. What kind of things could be said to them?

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 08 May 2008 18:10:39 +0000

The Police,Army and the Militia i would like to say to you GOD is watching you, I know there are good ones among you who don’t support what is going on. Your life will be very miserable PLEASE don’t Persecute GOD’s people. Some of you will be mad Kupenga nezvamurikuita izvi.
Nyika ndeyaMwari iyi hapana munhu akaigadzira ut ive NYIKA its God’s Love for the people. Musatevedzere vanhu vari POWER HUNGRY most of them will die soon. Munosara muripachena hama dzangu. Zvehondo izvi siyai vakuru vacho vaite vega imi regerai hamuwane anything pazvira. NYIKA yedu ndeyedu haimbofe yakanzi ndeyeVarungu.
Vakuru vemabato aripamusoro ayo I say to you , Your time has finished be merciful to others now maybe mwari angakuregererai.

Hamusi matombo imi murivanhu vanofema Do not Persecute GOD’s People.
Haisi Hondo iyi yevarungu WHY really.

Mwari wangu itai sekuda kwenyu.

from R.Chi.

FEAR GOD HAMA.

By: Beth

Beth — Thu, 08 May 2008 17:19:43 +0000

In case anyone wants to take this up and send messages or call more ZANU PF MPs I have the following numbers for
Dr. Olivia Muchena MP Mutoko (South or Cenral am not too sure) +26311404774

Mabel Chinomo +26311418473 Also Mutoko. The first wave of post election violence happened in their constituencies.
Dr Muchena is a known Methodist.

By: 4th Chimurenga

4th Chimurenga — Thu, 08 May 2008 17:10:00 +0000

MUJURU TOOTHLESS STOOGE
@ Berth
Amai J Mujuru is just a toothless stooge for reiterating Mugabe’s utterances whilst following the husband’s advice. She is definitely compromising her christianity for the sake of money. She is always Preaching that “only Mugabe can rule ZIm/ZANU” so she will just sit and relax in her farm hoping Mugabe stays in power…

By: Beth

Beth — Thu, 08 May 2008 16:11:26 +0000

Yes Joyce Mujuru is definetly a Salvationist. I attended a funeral she officiated at once. All these ZANU PF women leaders use religious rhetoric when it suits them. Oliver Muchena who was elected in the Mutoko constituency where most of these atrocities having been taking place is a United Methodist and wears the Ruwadzano Uniform ( Motherrs Union) to full effect and at every opportunity. These Uniforms are supported to reflect your dedication to a christian life ( a bit like an oath one takes I guess) Its time to name and shame them as well.

By: Sally D

Sally D — Thu, 08 May 2008 13:09:50 +0000

I well remember Chiweshe because we had a family friend who taught at the Howard Institute. The Howard Hospital, run by the Salvation Army, is still operating. If people would like to help Chiweshe directly, perhaps they could contribute to the hospital?
In North America, by contacting:
Director of World Missions
The Salvation Army
2 Overlea BLVD
Toronto, ON, Canada
M4H 1P4
Email: Brian_Burditt@can.salvationarmy.org
Please indicate that your donation is specifically for the work of Howard Hospital.
OR
Donate directly to our bank account:
Bank: HSBC Poultry in London
Swift Code: M1DLGB22
Account Name: Reliance Bank
Account Number: 41376543
Reference: FFC to Howard Hospital, Account # 23450087
For further information, please contact the Chief Medical Officer, Dr Paul Thistle at PThistle@healthnet.zw.

BTW…I read somewhere that Zimbabwe vice President Joice Majuru, is or was a Salvationist, does anyone know about that? Can we get to her and confront her with these stories?

By: Adrienne

Adrienne — Thu, 08 May 2008 12:52:28 +0000

@Beth: The SADC observers have met with victims of violence, but have made no statement as to who are the perpetrators of the violence - they say that accusations are flying both ways. In any case, their latest statement says that Zimbabwe is too violent to facilitate a run-off election, which is just bad news if Mugabe won’t concede defeat - and probably exactly what he wanted! http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7389446.stm