Zimbabwe considers law to penalize government critics

15/07/2025 24 min
Zimbabwe considers law to penalize government critics

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Episode Synopsis

Freedom of expression is under threat in Zimbabwe as the ruling party pushes to criminalize criticism of the government, labeling it unpatriotic. Opposition legislators warn that such a law could be used to silence dissenting voices and target journalists. Eddy Micah Jr. speaks with Nigel Nyamutumbu, Programs Manager at the Media Alliance of Zimbabwe, and DW’s Privilege Musvanhiri.