Zimbabwe’s churches call for country to move towards peace after post-election violence and protests
The Zimbabwe Council of Churches has called on the leaders of Zanu-PF, the party which has been officially declared the winner of last week’s national elections, to “create avenues for inclusive dialogue and engagement” and “heed the complaints” raised by the opposition Movement for Democratic Change Alliance. The statement, released on Friday, comes after the […]
Call for prayer in Zimbabwe as violence breaks out in wake of Monday’s elections
Violence has broken out in Zimbabwe in the wake of Monday’s national elections with at least three killed. The three were reportedly killed in the capital of Harare after the army opened fire on opposition supporters who police said were rioting. Protestors had taken to the streets claiming the elections had been rigged after the Zimbabwe Electoral […]
Zimbabwe churches call for government to demonstrate its commitment to citizen’s welfare amidst concerns over fuel and food
Churches in Zimbabwe have called on the government to demonstrate its commitment to the welfare of citizens as well as peace and justice amid growing concerns over food and fuel shortages in the African nation. In a statement released last week, the Zimbabwe Council of Churches reportedly called on the government to “make sure peace […]
Zimbabwe: Churches bringing strong voice for justice
In an article first published on the World Council of Churches website, ROBERT BARTRAM speaks with Rev Dr Kenneth Mtata, general secretary of the Zimbabwe Council of Churches, about the churches’ calls for change in the southern African nation…