Zimbabwe Vigil Diary 16th November 2024

Unfortunately, although people arrived on time, we could not fully set up as all roads leading to the Zimbabwe Embassy were closed and Vigil co-ordinator Patricia Masamba who was bringing the banners and posters only arrived at 4pm. We however took the opportunity to reflect on the journey travelled this year and cast our sights into 2025. Encouragingly, Members remain resolute and unwavering in their support of the struggle. Thanks to those who came: Milton Bingwa, Shepherd Gandanga, Charles Kanyimo, Henry Makambe, Farie Kapepe Marriot, Patricia Masamba, Dumisani Nyathi and Boniface Zengeni. Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/zimbabwevigil/albums/72177720322030844.

Following the Vigil, ROHR members attended ROHR’s Red Carpet Fundraising Party and a good time was had by all. Those who attended were: Milton Bingwa, Shepherd Gandanga, Charles Kanyimo, Chido Makawa, Heather Makawa Chitate, Philip Maponga, Farie Kapepe Marriot, Patricia Masamba and Dumisani Nyathi. Special thanks to Chido Makawa who organised the event. Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/zimbabwevigil/albums/72177720321992475.

For Vigil pictures check: http://www.flickr.com/photos/zimbabwevigil/. Please note: Vigil photos can only be downloaded from our Flickr website.

Events and Notices:

• Next Vigil meeting outside the Zimbabwe Embassy. Saturday 7^th December from 2 – 5 pm. We meet on the first and third Saturdays of every month. On other Saturdays the virtual Vigil will run.
• The Restoration of Human Rights in Zimbabwe (ROHR) is the Vigil’s partner organisation based in Zimbabwe. ROHR grew out of the need for the Vigil to have an organisation on the ground in Zimbabwe which reflected the Vigil’s mission statement in a practical way. ROHR in the UK actively fundraises through membership subscriptions, events, sales etc to support the activities of ROHR in Zimbabwe.
• The Vigil’s book ‘Zimbabwe Emergency’ is based on our weekly diaries. It records how events in Zimbabwe have unfolded as seen by the diaspora in the UK. It chronicles the economic disintegration, violence, growing oppression and political manoeuvring – and the tragic human cost involved. It is available at the Vigil. All proceeds go to the Vigil and our sister organisation the Restoration of Human Rights in Zimbabwe’s work in Zimbabwe. The book is also available from Amazon.
• Facebook pages:  

Vigil : https ://www.facebook.com/zimbabwevigil

ROHR: https://www.facebook.com/Restoration-of-Human-Rights-ROHR-Zimbabwe-International-370825706588551/

ZAF: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zimbabwe-Action-Forum-ZAF/490257051027515

The Vigil, outside the Zimbabwe Embassy, 429 Strand, London meets regularly on Saturdays from 14.00 to 17.00 to protest against gross violations of human rights in Zimbabwe. The Vigil which started in October 2002 will continue until internationally-monitored, free and fair elections are held in Zimbabwe.