institutions must give clear indication that they will support and cooperate with the commission or any other truthseeking mechanism in operation. b. 8. Legal Foundation- A truth seeking mechanism must be grounded on firm, enforceable legal grounding, with adequate powers. Cultural sensitivity – A truth seeking mechanism must respect the beliefs and practices of the local people. 9. Transparency and Openness – Transparency and openness should characterise the whole process of truth recovery. The consent of the victims, public hearings, consultations and related activities must be broadcast live. 10. Legal Protection for State records and archives – There must a law criminalising the destruction of state records and archives. National Transitional Justice Working Group Zimbabwe 21