Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe

Another day in the year, 30^th October 2010, a new branch has been formed! This time it's ROHR Wolverhampton. It was such a beautiful day which started off quite slowly. We couldn't imagine the turn out. People were there, not for anything else but for the real cause, it was about ROHR Zimbabwe.

Introductions kicked off from Ms Phyllis Chibanguza with an opening prayer from Mrs T Marambi. The proceedings passed on to the National Organising secretary Ms Pamela Dunduru, who then took time to share with us the background of the organisation and also some experiences that some of the members of the organisation had face like torture and victimisation.

As the day progressed, the floor was open for open discussions which got interesting for most of us, this was an opportunity for most people as they had a time to air their views and opinions. With us was the National Coordinator, Mr P Mapfumo who was happy to chip in the discussion and was in a position to answer most if not all the arising matters. He also encouraged each and everyone to be involved in the Zimbabwean activities as we are the watchdog for our fellow Zimbabweans, the need to educate other Zimbabweans of their rights to peace, freedom and justice. Ms Sandra Ndlovu shared with us the programme that had been on air the previous night (the unreported world) which touched many of the Zimbabweans and most had their say on the programme, how they felt about the way our fellow Zimbabweans are earning a living. Ranganai Moyo, Manda Mtandwa also had their say on how they felt after watching that programme. It was really sad I must say and an example of Rohr Peterborough was given on how they are raising awareness in their community being involved in activities like litter picking, (well done Peterborough!) Also fundraising events were encouraged and at this point, Mr VJ Mujeye (National Fundraising) team member reminded people in taking part in the forthcoming fundraising event.

On the point of raising awareness in the community, Christina Zhanji took pride in the work of Chelmsford Branch, also taking part in community activities and education of other Zimbabweans on the Zimbabwe situation' (Well done Chelmsford!) Keep up the good work. Wolverhampton was encouraged to follow the same steps as we felt the needs of our country that is going down.

Ms Catherine Tewo shared with others the meeting she had attended at Lancaster house and the impact it might have on other Zimbabweans that are fighting for their country’s rights, and now fearing for their safety especially in the forthcoming election. People of Zimbabwe surely don't need any more blood-shed, they demand exposure to those causing the bloodshed!

Last but not least, a special thanks to Mr David R Mugwira (Stoke-on-Trent Chairperson) for being with us and Ms Mary Munyanyi (Wolverhampton branch member) who donated £50 towards HIV medication for the Zimbabwean children. Also a massive thank you to those that worked tirelessly helping found Wolverhampton Branch and their donations for the day's success namely Mrs Tsvakai Marambi, Mr Odious Sahondo, Ms Flora Nyahuma and Ms Florence Munemo. A big pat on your backs, well done and keep it up!

Zimbabwe is in our hands ladies and gentlemen, let us work together in unity campaigning for Peace, Freedom and Justice.

A special thank you to those in attendance. For the record 31 people attended.

A closing prayer from Mrs Grace Kachingwe (Hallow Branch) marked the end of our day!