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President Mnangagwa names his new cabinet after controversial election win

HARARE – President Emmerson Mnangagwa named his new Cabinet on Monday, keeping Mthuli Ncube in charge of finance. Here are the names: Finance & Investment Promotion Mthuli Ncube Youth Empowerment Tino Machakaire Deputy: Junior Mupamanga Sports, Recreation, Arts & Culture Kirsty Coventry Deputy: Emily Jesaya Environment, Climate and Wildlife Mangaliso Ndlovu Deputy: John Paradza Veterans

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Nelson Chamisa
Nelson Chamisa

The Erosion of Authentic Opposition Politics in Zimbabwe

In the wake of the recent presidential election and President Mnangagwa’s inauguration in Zimbabwe, a troubling reality looms large on the nation’s political horizon – the fading of genuine opposition politics. The spotlight falls on Nelson Chamisa, who has secured significant funding through the Political Parties (Finance) Act of 2001. This development prompts a deep

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Zambia President 2

Editorial: Jonathan Moyo’s Statement Sheds Light on Zambia-Zimbabwe Relations and SADC Dynamics

In a lengthy Twitter thread, Zimbabwean political figure Jonathan Moyo addressed the speculative chatter surrounding Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema’s decision on whether or not to attend an upcoming inauguration in Zimbabwe. Moyo’s statement not only downplays the importance of Hichilema’s attendance but also scrutinizes the recent activities of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Election

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Hakainde Hichilema Chamisa
Hakainde Hichilema Chamisa

Chamisa Turns to Hakainde Hichilema for Support Amid Zimbabwe Election Deadlock

HARARE — In the aftermath of a disputed presidential election, Nelson Chamisa, leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), is placing his hopes on Hakainde Hichilema, Zambian President and Chair of the Sadc Organ on Politics, Defence and Security, for support in advocating for new elections in Zimbabwe. Chamisa has refused to accept the

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South Africa president Cyril Ramaphosa
South Africa president Cyril Ramaphosa
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“There’s No Real Perfect Election”: President Ramaphosa Speaks on the Messy Nature of Elections, Including in America

In a candid address that underscores the universal complexities of democratic elections, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa recently weighed in on the state of electoral politics—not just in Zimbabwe, but around the globe. Following the recent elections in Zimbabwe, which have attracted international scrutiny, President Ramaphosa said, “The issue of democratic elections… Elections are quite

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President Mnangagwa
President Mnangagwa

Mnangagwa’s Inauguration Moves Forward Amid Opposition’s Silence and Controversy

Harare, Zimbabwe — President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to proceed with his Monday inauguration ceremony after the opposition decided not to challenge the controversial August 23 general election in court. The ceremony will be held on September 4, 2023, signaling the continuation of Mnangagwa’s rule despite widespread allegations of a flawed electoral process. South Africa’s

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Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa.

President-elect Emmerson Mnangagwa Urges National Unity Post-Elections at Harare Agricultural Show

Harare, Zimbabwe — In his first public appearance since being elected, President-elect Emmerson Mnangagwa urged the people of Zimbabwe to look beyond the recently held Harmonised General Elections and work towards the collective good of the nation. The remarks were made during the official opening of this year’s Harare Agricultural Show, a key annual event

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Mmusi Maimane Urges President Ramaphosa to Boycott Mnangagwa’s Inauguration in Zimbabwe

Johannesburg, South Africa — Mmusi Maimane, the leader of the Build One South Africa (BOSA) movement, has called on South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to abstain from attending the inauguration and swearing-in ceremony of Zimbabwean President-elect Emmerson Mnangagwa, scheduled for September 4 at the National Sports Stadium in Harare. Maimane, a vocal critic of Zimbabwe’s

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Unmasking Uebert Angel’s Checkered Past and Ongoing Controversies

In the midst of the political fervor and election aftermath, it is imperative that we do not allow the dust to settle too quickly on another pressing matter – the Gold Mafia scandal and the individuals embroiled in its web of corruption. One of the most prominent names associated with this scandal is none other

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Pan African Parliament (PAP) Revokes Uebert Angel’s Ambassadorial appointment

In a surprising turn of events, the appointment of Uebert Angel as an ambassador for the Pan African Parliament (PAP) has been revoked. This unexpected development has left many questioning the legitimacy of the initial appointment. Chief Fortune Charumbira, the outgoing president of PAP, has come under scrutiny for what some members have referred to

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