SAPES Trust, activist’s home firebombed ahead of anti-term extension presser

HARARE – Two suspected arson attacks in Harare early Tuesday have raised alarm over escalating intimidation against civil society and opposition groups opposing plans to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule beyond 2028.

The first attack occurred shortly after midnight at the Southern African Political Economy Series (SAPES) Trust premises in Belgravia, a well-known venue for public policy discussions.

According to reports, unidentified men firebombed the building, abducted the night guard, and locked the gate with new keys. The seminar room, which was set to host a press conference later in the morning, was completely gutted by fire.

Continue Reading This Story

This is a curated preview of the full article. Our editors have selected
key highlights, but there’s more to discover in the complete story.

• Read the full article
• View all images and media
• Access related coverage

12 paragraphs



1 min read

Read Complete Article on nehandaradio
→