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Student Leader\u2019s Abduction Sparks Outrage<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
By A Correspondent \u2013 The Action Democratic Movement (ADM) has strongly condemned the reported abduction of Chinhoyi University student leader Dylan Cole, describing the incident as a serious threat to constitutional rights and democratic freedoms.<\/p>\n
Cole is alleged to have been taken on Saturday while attending a meeting at the university, where discussions around the controversial CAB3 Bill were underway. Reports indicate that he had been opposing the proposed legislation at the time of the incident.<\/p>\n
In a statement, ADM warned that the situation reflects a growing climate of fear and intimidation.<\/p>\n
\u201cStudent activism is not a crime. What we are witnessing today is not just an attack on one individual \u2014 it is an attack on all of us,\u201d the party said.<\/p>\n
The movement expressed concern over what it called a disturbing pattern of targeting young voices, particularly students engaged in national discourse.
\u201cThe reported abduction of a student leader for simply expressing his views is deeply alarming and strikes at the very heart of our constitutional democracy,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
ADM emphasised the role of students in society, rejecting any attempts to criminalise their participation in public affairs.<\/p>\n
\u201cStudents are not criminals. They are citizens. They are thinkers, leaders, and the future of this nation. When students begin to disappear for speaking out, it signals a dangerous erosion of our freedoms.\u201d<\/p>\n
The party reiterated that fundamental rights must be upheld, warning against the normalisation of repression.<\/p>\n
\u201cNo one should be punished for exercising their constitutional rights. Freedom of expression, assembly, and participation in national affairs are not privileges \u2014 they are rights,\u201d ADM said.<\/p>\n
The organisation called for urgent action, including \u201cthe immediate and safe release of Dylan Cole,\u201d as well as \u201ca transparent investigation into all reported abductions\u201d and \u201caccountability for those responsible, regardless of their position.\u201d<\/p>\n
It also urged authorities to put an end to what it described as intimidation and violence against citizens.<\/p>\n
\u201cZimbabwe cannot move forward under a cloud of fear. A government that listens to its people is stronger than one that silences them. Dialogue, not repression, is the foundation of a stable and prosperous nation,\u201d the statement added.<\/p>\n
Addressing young people, ADM encouraged peaceful engagement in civic matters.<\/p>\n
\u201cTo the students and young people of Zimbabwe: your voices matter. But let your actions remain guided by discipline, unity, and peace.\u201d<\/p>\n
The movement concluded by calling on citizens to speak out against injustice.
\u201cSilence in the face of injustice only allows it to grow. This is a moment for national reflection and collective responsibility. We must choose a Zimbabwe where rights are respected, where no family lives in fear, and where leadership is accountable to the people.\u201d<\/p>\n
ADM said the country\u2019s future depends on collective action taken now.<\/p>\n
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