Film Festival Highlights Zim White Farmers' Plight
Monday, March 22, 2010
The two films shown bring to the world the suffering of farm labourers brought about by their masters' evictions from the farms when Mugabe's controversial land re-allocation programme was launched at the turn of the millennium (2000).
The first film, House of Justice, which is a 26-minute documentary, pays special attention to the experiences of farm workers who have been some of the worst affected victims of Zimbabwe's land reforms, but whose story remained largely untold. The documentary depicts human rights violations that have taken place on the farms in Zimbabwe, which are supposedly protected by the SADC Tribunal.
It underscores the indispensable role women play in our society, particularly in building strong households and nurturing families. The recognition of women as the bedrock of our communities is not just a sentiment; it's a call to action for all women to stand together and support each other in their endeavours.The society's aim to instil essential principles and knowledge for national development is crucial. By providing a platform for...