In a historic moment for human rights, the President of Zimbabwe has signed into law a bill to abolish the death penalty for ordinary circumstances.
This is not just great progress for Zimbabwe, it is also a beacon of hope for the abolitionist movement in the region, and a major milestone in the global collective pursuit of an end to this ultimate cruel, inhuman, and degrading punishment.
By enacting the Death Penalty Abolition Bill, Zimbabwe has taken a major step towards aligning its laws with international human rights standards. Its actions also send a clear message about the fundamental importance of protecting the right to life and human dignity.
Amnesty International USA
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This is not just great progress for Zimbabwe, it is also a beacon of hope for the abolitionist movement in the region, and a major milestone in the global collective pursuit of an end to this ultimate cruel, inhuman, and degrading punishment.
By enacting the Death Penalty Abolition Bill, Zimbabwe has taken a major step towards aligning its laws with international human rights standards. Its actions also send a clear message about the fundamental importance of protecting the right to life and human dignity.
Amnesty International USA
Human Rights on Telegram by @HumanRightsTweets
A @grttme project - Other backups: @Hallotme