Free Blessed Mhlanga: Amnesty International Calls on Zimbabwe to join petition to end prolonged pre-trial detention of Journalist - Gambakwe Media

On 24 February, journalist Blessed Mhlanga was arrested and charged with "transmitting data inciting violence or material damage." Prior to his arrest, he interviewed a war veteran and prominent member of ZANU-PF, the ruling party, who had criticized President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The authorities must release immediately and unconditionally Blessed Mhlanga, as he is detained only for peacefully exercising his fundamental rights. The authorities m…

Free Blessed Mhlanga: Amnesty International Calls on Zimbabwe to join petition to end prolonged pre-trial detention of Journalist - Gambakwe Media

Amnesty International has called upon the Zimbabweans to take immediate action regarding the prolonged pre-trial detention of journalist Blessed Mhlanga, who has been detained for 33 days. The organization has expressed deep concern over the lengthy detention period, which it believes is a clear infringement on Mhlanga’s human rights. The organization has also highlighted the importance of protecting journalists and ensuring they can carry out t…