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Is Zimbabwe's government seeking to punish its critics?

July 15, 2025

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. talks to Nigel Nyamutumbu, Programs Manager at the Media Alliance of Zimbabwe, and DW’s Privilege Musvanhiri.

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