21/03/11…Zimbabwean cricketer threatened with the death penalty tells his story

HENRY Olonga is the Zimbabwean cricketer who donned a black armband at the 2003 World Cup in a dramatic protest against Robert Mugabe.

As a result of this simple demonstration, Henry was branded a traitor, threatened with the death penalty and forced to flee.

On March 26, at St Mary’s Church, Thame, Henry will tell the story of life in a country ruled by a tyrant, of his battle to reach the top as a black cricketer and, ultimately, how he sacrificed that position in order to make a difference.

Henry Olonga put his life at risk and has now made a new life in England where he is pursuing a career as a singer and artist.

Come and hear his extraordinary story as well as some of his songs. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask Henry questions.

Tickets to the evening are