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Zimbabwean Opposition Politician Spends Year in Jail
June 28, 2023
Zimbabwe opposition lawmaker Job Sikhala was found guilty in May of obstruction of justice and is now on trial on additional charges of incitement to commit violence, and disorderly conduct. But he's not alone. Rights groups say the charges against Sikhala are part of a wider crackdown on the opposition ahead of August 23 elections. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Harare, Zimbabwe. Camera: Blessing Chigwenhembe.
CategoryAfrica
Content TypePackage
LanguageEnglish
NewsML Media TopicsArts, Culture, Entertainment and Media
Topic TagsZimbabwe
NetworkVOA
Expiration DateJuly 28, 2023 12:15 EDT
Embargo DateJune 28, 2023 13:01 EDT
BylineColumbus Mavhunga
Brand / Language ServiceVoice of America - English