United Nations, Jan 19 (UNI) In Zimbabwe, violence and the reported use of live ammunition by State security officials against protesters that has led to 'a number of deaths' should be investigated thoroughly and transparently by the Government, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said.
“We are deeply troubled by the socio-economic crisis that is unfolding in Zimbabwe and the repression of large-scale protests in the country, following the Government’s decision to increase fuel prices,” said spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani.
“We call on the Government to find ways of engaging with the population about their legitimate grievances and to stop the crackdown against protesters.”