Amnesty International says Zimbabwe has continued human rights violations

By John Chola - 18/06/09

Amnesty International says Zimbabwe is suffering 'persistent and serious' human rights violations despite the formation of a unity government four months ago.

Amnesty International's secretary-general Irene Khan said in Harare today that there are still serious violation of human rights in Zimbabwe.

Khan was speaking to reporters in Harare where she is on a special mission.
She says the socio-economic conditions are desperate for the vast majority of Zimbabweans.

Khan says the inclusive government has failed to reform the police, army and security forces or address impunity.

Khan cites the lack of clear commitment of some parts of government as real obstacles that need to be confronted by the top leadership of Zimbabwe.

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