6. Conclusions
6.1 Torture
Objective findings of physical and psychological torture were found in all 10 cases. Most
cases had findings of both physical and psychological torture, whilst all cases had
evidence of psychological torture.
6.2 Mass psychological torture
There is evidence that mass psychological torture is occurring. Three cases illustrate
torture being used to renounce political party affiliations.
6.3 Community disruption
There is evidence of community disruption through intimidation to and violence against
health workers and teachers.
7. Recommendations
It is imperative that the Zimbabwe
Government sign and ratify the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Forms of Cruel,
Inhuman and Degrading Treatment and Punishment as soon as possible.
There should be an independent judicial
commission appointed to investigate all gross human rights violations.
A policy of reparations should be developed and implemented. This
policy should include Restitution, Compensation and Rehabilitation.