It is now forbidden to speak ill of your country in Zimbabwe. The “Patriotic” law was signed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Friday July 14 after its adoption by the legislature. Came to power by a coup in 2017 by overthrowing Robert Mugabe, the president is accused of wanting to silence any dissenting voice. This new amendment to the penal code risks further muzzling the opposition, while Emmerson Mnangagwa is a candidate for re-election in the general elections on August 23.
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Zimbabwe: President Mnangagwa signs “patriotic” law banning any criticism of the country
