was insufficient public education pertaining the Bill prior to public hearings. Recommendations from civil society included the idea that Parliament would give effect to the public demand of more awareness campaigns and that the here was no need for the Bill to be withdrawn again; rather, Parliamentarians can introduce amendments to remedy identified weaknesses. NPRC Bill, Information Kiosk 2017 Several information kiosks were held in Harare West, Mutasa District, Marondera, Plumtree, and Mutare between January to August 2017. The kiosks were a partnership between NTJWG and Parliamentarians who wanted to afford their communities time and space for an informed reflection on the NPRC Bill. NTJWG provided copies of the Bill and discussion points for the kiosks. Communities spoke openly to their representatives and compiled reports on their expectations. In all instances, the general public hinted on misinformation and confusion regarding the NPRC and its role. Major issues that were highlighted by citizens and civil society organisations throughout the Information Kiosks included among others; the concern that the bill is silent about reparations; the need to ensure that there is no interference from the executive to guarantee the NPRC's independence; and the issue of amnesties which citizens expressed the concern over the disguised manner in which the Bill brings in the concept of amnesties as pardons. Furthermore they recommended that a committee should be set up regulate the granting of amnesties. The NPRC's truth seeking mandate must be clarified and strengthened to ensure that it identified not only the perpetrators but also the people and forces behind them. A summary of the resolutions include: • The NPRC must consider the role of local businesses in funding and fanning violence as a way of dealing with root causes. • The role of women in violence as both victims and perpetrators must be addressed to ensure genuine healing and accountability. • NPRC must engage local experts in such areas as statement taking and translation of material because some things, only the locals can understand and express. • NPRC Bill must give the Commission power to set up a victims fund to assist with rehabilitation of victims. These recommendations were taken over by the Parliamentarians and informed the debate on Parliament. 19 ANNUAL REPORT 2017