A Zimbabwean journalist is in trouble for 'insulting or undermining the authority of the president'. The Committee to Protect Journalists has urged presidents to have a greater tolerance for criticism and debate. | CdeLENIN
Mehlo Mpala, a 42-year-old man from Hwange in Matabeleland North, was charged for laughing at a man who was wearing Zanu-PF regalia with Mnangagwa's face, which he called"rubbish".
At the time, Robert Mugabe was prime minister and the ceremonial president was Canaan Banana. Jokes involving bananas could lead to jail time.When Mugabe became executive president in 1987, that meant joking about him was also outlawed. However, in most cases, those found guilty have got away with a level six fine, which today would be Z$4 800 [about US$13.26 or R200].
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