Walking for Activism: for fitness, for publicity; for a public reaction. But just to mingle in the wonderful British country-side and to enjoy the scenery
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Walk for Freedom 2026: 10 Years & Still Walking
Brighton Pier, 15–16 August 2026
Getting the ZHRO family to Brighton for the 10-year anniversary was, in itself, its own small odyssey. Participants converged from across the country — Leicester, Manchester, Stockton-on-Tees, Wolverhampton, Southampton, Oxfordshire, Chesterfield, Worthing, and beyond — a reminder of just how far the Walk for Freedom's reach has grown over a decade.
The logistics were compounded by a very practical challenge: distributing the full run of ZHRO 10 Year Walk for Freedom T-shirts, which had arrived by FedEx the previous Monday (10 August) — 23kg of them. A spreadsheet was set up to track sales (£15 per shirt) alongside separate contributions toward food and other costs (£25 each), so we could keep an accurate record of who'd paid, who still owed, and what had been banked.
The plan had been simple enough on paper: gather at Brighton Pier for 5:00am on Saturday 15th, setting off at 5:30am sharp. Reality, as ever, had other ideas.
Now we fully understand tha Mr Masimba Mavaza needs to keep his job with Zanu PF - so here is our 100% accurate, list of people taking part or supporting the 2026 - 10 year Anniversary walk: ready?
Rashiwe Bayisayi, Stanford Biti, John Burke, Francisca Chiduku, Justin Prince Chihurani, Dickson Chikwizo, Elizabeth Chitengo, Tanya Daka, Rosaline Dzidzwa, Anna Katsande, Shackleton Machingura, Phyllis M Magejo, Henry Makambe, Blessing T Makeyi, Genius K Mamwadhu, Mellisa Marewangepo, Panganai Mauzinyu, Mandy Mubaiwa, Roselyne Mubayiwa, Mary Blanton Mugabe, Felistas W Munemo, Felicia W Munemo, Patson Muruwa, Sindiso Ndlovu, Velisiwe Ndlovu, Chipo Parirenyatwa, Michelle Rwatiringa, Jambaya Samuel
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Walk For Freedom 2026 — 10th Anniversary!
Brighton Pier over 100km {65 miles} to London (Hampton Court Railway Station)
15th–16th August 2026 Meet at 5:00am (or earlier) – do not be late!
This year marks our 10th Anniversary Walk for Freedom — and we want it to be our biggest and best yet!
With just over 2 weeks to go, we urgently need to confirm numbers so we can organise: Talk to our Walk Organising Group members: Phylis M Magejo; Josephine Jenje-Mudimbu; Rashiwe Bayisayi; Henry Makambe; Patson Muzuwa; Samuel Jambaja; Dickson Chikwizo; Justin Prince and John Burke all on the relevant Whats Up Platforms. Plus many uncredited who help with accomodations on the Friday 14th August so that we can meet at 5:00am - including Sis Chipo!
- Cooked food along the route
- Drinks; Water, Tea, Coffee or Soup
- Transport along the way – for those tired legs/feet - injuries or cramp!
- Help?advice with Accomodation for the 5:00am meet time
To register, please confirm your place and pay: REGISTRATION FORM {CLICK HERE}
- £25 per person — covers food, drinks & transport along the route
- £15 per person — for the 10 Year Anniversary Walk 4 Freedom T-Shirt (revised design!)
Total: £40 if you'd like both (or £25 if you don't need a T-shirt)
Please confirm and pay by [Friday 31st July 2026] so we can plan properly and organise the T-shirt order in time.
How to pay: [See QR Code on "Walk Entry or Donations" Panels below/side - ALTERNATIVELY pay by Bank Transfer - via WhatsApp Groups ]
How to register: [Click Link Above or HERE]
Every step we walk, and every pound raised, helps in the fight to end human trafficking and modern slavery. Let's make this 10th Anniversary one to remember — walk with us, wear the shirt, and be part of the story.
Sign up today — spaces and T-shirt sizes are limited!
Additional Donations are welcome too – for those not able to attend this year
Click on the Walk for Freedom Journey points schedule to enlarge it
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Preliminary information for 2026 Walk for Freedom
Taking place very early on 15th and 16th August 2026.
We also are seeking helpers/volunteers to assist with:
- Driving Duties - Food Distribution plus First Aid/Exhaustion Duties
- Food Preparation
- First Aiders
- Map Reading
- Route Coordinators
- Marketing & Publicity
- Donations & Fund Raising [See QR Code]
The fastest ever time has been 25 hours - thus more than a day! Last year was 34 hours. We are not able to coordinate multiple starts for differing walking abilities - therefore it’s a fixed start time [Ideally 5:00am to 5:30am] - and a drop out option (driven to a rail station or the end point/major meeting point) only!
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Participation in Peaceful Demonstration in Blackburn, United Kingdom
Date of Event: 28 March 2026
Location: Witton Park Arena, Blackburn, United Kingdom
On 28 March 2026, I travelled to Blackburn in the United Kingdom to participate in a peaceful “Walk for Freedom” organised by members of the Zimbabwean diaspora. The gathering took place at Witton Park Arena, where Zimbabweans from different parts of the UK came together in solidarity.
The purpose of the walk was to raise awareness about the ongoing political, social, and economic challenges in Zimbabwe. Participants expressed concern about governance, human rights issues, and the future of democracy in the country. The demonstration remained peaceful throughout, with individuals carrying Zimbabwean flags, placards, and banners displaying messages calling for accountability, justice, and reform.
During the event, participants engaged in discussions, shared personal experiences, and demonstrated unity in highlighting the situation back home. The presence of organised groups and coordinated messaging reflected a collective effort to bring attention to issues affecting Zimbabwean citizens both inside and outside the country.
My participation in this event was voluntary and motivated by personal concern about the situation in Zimbabwe. Being part of such public demonstrations reflects my political opinion and association with others who are critical of the current conditions in Zimbabwe.This article serves as a truthful account of my involvement in the Blackburn Walk for Freedom and is provided as supporting evidence of my political expression and activities while in the United Kingdom.
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Walk for Freedom — Witton Park, Blackburn, LancashireThe Diaspora Walks — And the Regime Listens
On 28th March 2026, Zimbabweans from across the United Kingdom gathered at Witton Park, Blackburn, to march peacefully against Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 and the Mnangagwa government’s “ED2030” agenda. What happened next revealed far more about the regime than about the marchers.
- Witton Park - Blackburn
- Walk for Freedom 2025 Event Report
- Zimbabwe Crisis
- Endurance from Exile
- Heros Day Celebrations
- 12th July 2025 Leeds Walk
- Long Walks for Freedom
- 3rd May 2025 Walk4Freedom Practice
- 6th April 2025 Walk4Freedom Practice
- 5th April 2025 at 9:30am Witton Park, Blackburn
- 9-10th August 2025 105km Walk
- 2025 Walking for Freedom
- 20th May Yorkshire Dales Walk
- August 2023 Walk 4 Freedom
- 2022 Reflections - Walk for Freedom
- 2022 W4F Update
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We have had so many written reactions from the people who have walked or have an opinions upon the walks and Walk for Freedom - thaty we need to create this new sub-directory
Walk Entry or Donations
2026 Walk Entry Fee - £25.00
8th - 9th OR 15th - 16th August
Brighton to Hampton Court
