Farai Dziva| There are mixed sentiments on whether former President Robert Mugabe’ s name should remain on sanctions list.

Respected Zimbabwean political analyst Dr Pedzisai Ruhanya has urged the European Union to remove Mugabe’s name from the sanctions list.

However his views have been widely criticised on social media platforms.

Dr Ruhanya said it would be unfair and unfortunate to maintain sanctions on the nonagenarian and his family.

“You can’t hate someone to death. There is no need for the EU to renew sanctions on Mugabe (95) and his wife Grace.

Mugabe is an old man who is no longer fit for purpose. Why not allow him to live peacefully in his last days and concentrate on those who abuse rights today!” Dr Ruhanya argued.

“Mugabe did a lot bad things for Zimbabwe. However as peace loving Zimbabweans and human rights defenders, at his age (95) what else can he do?

Even if he were to be taken to court what will come out of the process? Lets show those ZANU PF people that we stand for truths but we love, forgive,” added Dr Ruhanya.