In the face of government suppression and violence, Zimbabwean activists around the world are leading the fight for change ahead of the 2023 election.
Every Saturday, a group of Zimbabweans gather outside London’s Zimbabwe embassy, whatever the weather – from the capital’s muggy summer sun to torrential winter rain. Many wearing the nation’s flag and carrying banners, the group, known as the Zimbabwe Vigil, typically sing and dance to uplifting political Shona and Ndebele songs calling for change in their country. They hand out leaflets and petitions to passers by, with statements such as “end murder, rape and torture in Zimbabwe” and “no to the military dictatorship”.
This October will mark the 20th year since the group started meeting every Saturday for entire afternoons to stand in solidarity with those at home.
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