The just ended Southern African Development Community (SADC) summit of the organ Troika on Politics, Defence and security Cooperation has urged Zimbabwe to immediately end violence, intimidation, hate
speech, harassment and any other form of action that contradicts the letter and spirit of the Global Political Agenda (GPA).
The SADC summit noted with grave concern the polarization of the political environment in Zimbabwe as characterized by the resurgence of violence, arrests and intimidation.
According to a communiqué issued at the end of the summit held in Livingstone to consider the political and security situation in the region, particularly on Madagascar and Zimbabwe, the summit noted with disappointment of insufficient progress that has been made on the past SADC decisions on the implementation of the Global Political Agenda (GPA) in Zimbabwe.
The communiqué that was read by SADC Executive Secretary Tomaz Salomao expressed
SADC’s impatience in the delay of implementing the GPA.
The summit has since resolved that there must be an immediate end of violence, intimidation, hate speech, harassment and any other form of action that contradicts the letter and spirit of the Global Political Agenda.
All stakeholders to the Global Political Agenda have been urged to implement the provisions of the GPA and create a conducive environment for peace, security and free political activity.
It was also resolved that the inclusive government in Zimbabwe should complete all the steps necessary for the holding of the election including the finalization of the constitutional amendment and the referendum.
It was further noted that SADC should assist Zimbabwe to formulate guidelines that will assist in holding the election that is peaceful, free and fair in accordance with SADC principles and guidelines governing democratic elections.
The Troika of the organ shall appoint a team of officials to join the facilitation team and work with the Joint Monitoring and Implementation Committee (JOMIC) to ensure monitoring, evaluation and implementation of the GPA.
The Troika shall also develop the terms of reference, time frames and provide regular progress reports, the first to be presented during the next SADC extraordinary summit.
The summit shall review progress on the implementation of the GPA and take appropriate action,” reads the Communiqué in part.
The summit also endorsed the report of the SADC facilitation on Zimbabwe.
And the summit recalled and reiterated its decisions of March, 2009 on the urgent need to restore constitutional order in Madagascar and pledged full support to the SADC mediation team in its efforts to help the Malagasy people in finding a lasting solution to the crisis facing the country.
According to the Communiqué, the summit also considered the report of the SADC mediator and noted the development of the roadmap for returning the country to constitutional normalcy.
The summit recommended the convening of an extraordinary summit to further consider the Madagascar report as a matter of urgency.
The summit has since urged all Malagasy Political Actors to reject violence or threat to use violence during the transition.
The summit committed to consolidate and protect the achievements made in the mediation process and urged all the political parties to cooperate and support the work of the SADC meditation towards the free, fair and credible elections.
The summit reiterated that the Malgacho-Malgache Dialogue continue to be guided by consensus, inclusivity and transparency and commended former Mozambican President Joachim Chissano and SADC mediator on Madagascar for his efforts in finding the lasting solution for Madagascar crisis.
In reviewing political and security developments in the continent, the summit noted with grave concern the deteriorating security and humanitarian situation in Cote d’Ivoire leading to increased deaths, displacement of persons and influx of refugees.
The summit also called on Mr. Laurent Gbagbo to hand over power to the internationally recognized winner of the Ivorian Presidential elections, Mr Allassane Ouattara with immediate effect to avoid further bloodshed
With regards to Libya, the summit noted with concern the obtrusive measures taken by some countries which go beyond the letter and spirit of UNSC Resolution 1973 on the No-Fly zone and called for the adherence to the political track that was initiated by the AU to pave the way for political solution in accordance with all its resolutions.
The summit that was chaired by President Rupiah Banda was attended by the Chairperson of SADC President Hifikepunye Pohamba, South African President Jacob Zuma, who is deputy chairperson of the Troika organ and Mozambican President Armando Guebuza.
Also in attendance was President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe, Morgan Tsvangirai who is Prime Minister of Zimbabwe and Deputy Prime Minister Professor Arthur Mutambara.
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There we go again talking and talking. Thats what our leaders do Talk and talk no action.
I would urge SADCC extend such warning to the rupiah govt as well.
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do we need to get to the level of Zimbabwe first?
Rupiah is a true hypcrite. How can he talk against hateful speech when that is what he practices at home. All that he spoke against is rife here in Zambia. He should first stop this rot at home before talking about it in other countries.
:)) Ubufi munasheko
blah blah blah, I mean PF cadres………..yawn……
Good evening
We’ve been hearing so much about SADC and what it can do for the region since way back when and yet when one looks around, the economic strength of the member countries leaves a lot to be desired.
I wish we Africans could draw some lessons from Asian communities. They face similar challenges like us but they have managed to turn China and India into economic powerhouses that may lead to the relative decline of the West. Their influence in international bodies like the IMF has increased and they have already started to reshape world economic and financial architecture.
Yeah! I wonder when we shall wake up. We are still asleep when the world is wide awake. Anyway what do you expect when we have chosen to have sleepy leaders. We need more than miracles!
IT’S THE SAME OLD DINOSAURS TRYING TO LEAD YOU ASTRAY FROM THE NEW GENERATION OF WORLD AFFAIRS, REMOVE THE OLD TIMERS WHO THINK NOBODY CAN SEE WHAT THEY ARE UP TOO.
SAY GOODBYE TO AFRICAN CRONIES WHO HELP KEEP THEIR MATES IN POWER.
It is lunacy of the most stinking order for Mugabe to compare his mayhem with what is obtaining in Zambia. He survives because of Zambia and South Africa and yet he can afford to be so insulting while Rupiah ali ndwiiii! Had I been Zambian president, I would never have allowed this former refugee we helped install in power insult us like that and get away with it. Even at his most advanced age, he should have respect for people and neighboring countries that have sustained him through thick and thin.
Why are we even exporting maize to this lunatic? I mean lets shun him & see what his people will feed on. I meanwe have nothing to lose.
African leaders particuraly SADCC are toothless dogs who should stop telling their people what they should do bu rather they should do what the people want because they are still civil servant to the people. Moreso Zimbabwe and Zambia share the same problem from the days of Kaunda.
Anybody can buy the actual footwear they such as through Religious Louboutin electric outlet and when your home the actual purchase, it will likely be prepared and can obtain shipped correct to your house