The movement expresses solidarity with Burundians and appeals to authorities to uphold the human rights of all citizens, including the freedoms of assembly, association and expression. East African leaders should act quickly to prevent the current crisis from spiraling into a full-scale disaster.
We, the members of the East African Zinduka Festival, are concerned with the current situation in Burundi. As East Africans irrespective of our nationality, place of residence, sex, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, language, or any other status or affiliations, we are all equally entitled to our human rights without discrimination. Under no circumstances should any person suffer displacement, loss of life or be forcibly silenced by the powers that be for demanding their right to free and fair elections. This is a human rights issue that is of great concern to us and is one that requires our quick and immediate attention.
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