Environmental Human Rights Defenders in Zimbabwe face harassment and threats from mining companies for exposing damaging practices.

Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (Zela) reports that Environmental Human Rights Defenders (EHRDs) are facing harassment, threats, and victimisation, particularly from mining companies, for highlighting environmentally damaging business practices. Zela urges the media to amplify the crucial role of EHRDs in environmental protection and to support their work advocating for environmental justice.

March 14, 2024
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