Zimbabwe opposition MPs arrested after protest
Two opposition MPs have been arrested in Zimbabwe following violent protests over the killing of an opposition member in Chitungwiza near the capital, Harare.
Political tensions have been rising in the community after Moreblessing Ali's mutilated remains were found in a well, close to three weeks after she was reported missing.
MPs Job Sikhala and Godfrey Sithole were arrested on allegations of inciting public violence, according to their Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party.
The police have also confirmed the arrest of Mr Sikhala, accusing him of being connected to an "orgy of public violence" in the Nyatsime area of Chitungwiza - about 30km (18 miles) from the capital, Harare.
🟡1/ The regime continues to weaponize state institutions against our members after arresting Change Champion @JobSikhala1 & Godfrey Sithole on allegations of inciting public violence. #FreeJobSikhala #FreeGodfreySithole pic.twitter.com/yt35icyRkh
— Citizens' Coalition for Change (@CCCZimbabwe) June 15, 2022
This article originally appeared on BBC News
Photo: CCCZimbabwe Twitter