ANNEX 1: Proposed semi structured interview questions 1) Can you briefly describe yourself, work and organizational affiliation in the arts sector in Zimbabwe? 2) Can you briefly describe the situation of freedom of artistic expression in Zimbabwe? Sub questions 1) Which topics are controversial and why? 2) Which topics are not dealt with and why? 3) Have the “controversial”/dangerous issues changed over the past four years? In which ways? 4) Has Zimbabwe adopted any policies enhancing or impinging on freedom of artistic expression in the last five years? 5) In your view, what are the main challenges faced by artists in promoting freedom of expression? 6) What instruments and strategies have been adopted by authorities in order to suppress freedom of artistic expression? 7) What is the role played by artists’ organisations and bodies in promoting freedom of expression? 8) Can you share a specific story on how the state of freedom of expression has impacted on your work as an artist working in Zimbabwe? 9) What do you suggest should be done to improve the situation of artistic freedom of expression in Zimbabwe? 10) Have you had encounters with censors? Do you understand how they work? Are their decisions transparent? Do artists in general know how the system operates? 86 | P a g e