Section 52: Right to personal security
Constitution of Zimbabwe
Every person has the right to bodily and psychological integrity, which includes the right—
(a) to freedom from all forms of violence from public or private sources;
(b) subject to any other provision of this Constitution, to make decisions concerning
reproduction;
(c) not to be subjected to medical or scientific experiments, or to the extraction or use of
their bodily tissue, without their informed consent.
Insight on Right to Personal Security: This section establishes fundamental protections for both physical and mental well-being. It's particularly significant in addressing issues like domestic violence, reproductive autonomy, and medical ethics. The provision requiring informed consent for medical procedures reflects international human rights standards and prevents exploitation of vulnerable populations. This right serves as a foundation for human dignity in Zimbabwe's constitutional framework.