Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) Zimbabwe

ROHR Bournemouth branch members: Sledge Bova (Vice Chair), Gibson Chigodora (Organising Secretary) and Memory Dzepasi (Activist) met the Honourable MP for Poole Mr Robert Syms at his office in Sandbanks Poole on 19the November at 4 pm.

Sledge introduced the ROHR team and made known to Mr Syms what ROHR stood for and its policies. The MP asked how many active members Bournemouth had and how often we met.

Sledge also made known to the MP ROHR Bournemouth’s will to take part in any events his constituency may organise. He informed the MP of the Xmas fundraising event and reiterated the fact the proceeds will help activists on the ground in Zimbabwe logistically. Mr Syms was invited to the event and asked for the details of the Venue.

Sledge updated the MP on the current political situation in Zimbabwe and the Home Office's latest decision to resume deportations on failed Zimbabwean asylum seekers. The MP promised to talk to the Home Office and immigration officials on this matter. Gibson also highlighted the difficulties Zimbabweans face since the UK Government wants everyone to pay to have their cases heard by the courts.

Memory asked the MP for help with accommodation, money and food vouchers for our members in his constituency as most of them are not allowed to work and are not on benefits. MP promised to be in touch soon.

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