The deadlock in the country's political process following last weeks general election and the slow announcement of results has left the government looking once again for scapegoats to blame for the outcome.
The deadlock in the country's political process following last weeks general election and the slow announcement of results has left the government
looking once again for scapegoats to blame for the outcome.
It is little surprise that further farm invasions have been orchestrated in response to falsified reports that white farmers are to blame for
threatening those currently occupying land with eviction in the event of an opposition victory.
At this time it is essential that nothing is done to aggravate this situation which might result in any incident that can lend credence to government's claims or which may heighten tensions unnecessarily on the ground in commercial farming areas. Traditionally, commercial farmers and farm workers have always been at the forefront of these retributive attacks.
JAG is anxious to see a comprehensive and inclusive solution to Zimbabwe's land crisis. Whilst we acknowledge historical injustice, that can no
longer be used as an excuse to defend the excesses and abuses perpetrated against farmers and farm workers or as a reason for a crackdown.
It is high time that all of Zimbabwe's citizens and stakeholders are treated with respect so that a sound future for all can be worked for. This will
involve the re-engagement of farmers through the due process of the law in a return to the rule of law and not by any maverick or individual action.
