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Zimbabwe: Reuters journalist detained Fri. May 09, 2008 07:06 am.- By Bonny Apunyu. - (SomaliNet) Accused of using a satellite phone to transmit pictures, a Reuter’s photographer covering the aftermath of Zimbabwe's elections has been detained for three days for allegedly, Reuters said on Thursday. Reuters called for the immediate release of Howard Burditt, a Zimbabwean national, who has been held by police in Harare since Monday. He has not been charged. "As part of its pan-African news operations, Reuters has long had a legitimate and fully accredited bureau in Harare and has always complied with Zimbabwean regulations with the aim of accurately reporting the news," a company statement said. David Schlesinger, Reuters Editor-in-Chief, called upon the Zimbabwean authorities to release Burditt immediately. Zimbabwean authorities say it is illegal to use a satellite phone unless it has been registered. -Reuters News Category: Africa Latest Headlines Latest News Sudan cuts ties with Chad accusing Chad of back... Sudan: First VP condemns rebel attack on capit... Sudan: Authorities arrest prominent Islamist le... Sudan: JEM rebel leader makes first media state... Zimbabwe is now under military rule- says former hom... Premier League: Manchester United are Champions Somalia: 7 civilians killed as militia ambush gov’t... Nigeria: Three Chinese construction workers kidnappe... Zimbabwe: Police arrests over 50 opposition activist... Nigeria's security services on high alert over al-Qa... More News...