So, Mr. President, is your staying longer in power “best for the country”?

So, Mr. President, is your staying longer in power “best for the country”?

The rhetoric of political self-preservation has always been wrapped in the language of altruism. 

Zimbabweans question claim two-year term extension will improve development

Some Zimbabweans have questioned the government’s argument that extending the terms of the president and Parliament by two years will allow key development projects to be completed, saying the ruling Zanu-PF has had more than four decades in power without delivering meaningful improvements in public services or the economy.

MDC petitions ConCourt to nullify Mnangagwa term extension

MDC petitions ConCourt to nullify Mnangagwa term extension

Mnangagwa in breach of constitution by failing to order referendum, party argues

South African protesters go door-to-door forcing immigrants from their homes

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Coltart says latest constitutional amendment is ‘illegitimate’ and ‘illegal’

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8.11.2008 16:52

Misused Global Fund money must be returned

Misused Global Fund money must be returned
Press Release:

Zimbabwe:- Misused Global Fund money must be returned, national apology
made and all those responsible investigated and prosecuted.
...
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The Roles of Ex-Presidents in Africa: Will Mbeki Lead the Pack?

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RBZ pays back missing millions after Global Fund suspends Zim grants


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Zim power sharing deal

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Govt reiterates stance on Zimbabwe crisis


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The Roles of Ex-Presidents in Africa: Will Mbeki Lead the Pack?


ALEXACTUS T KAURE
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Lawyers Ask Zimbabwe High Court For Access To Opposition Clients


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Zimbabwean churches in ground breaking reconstruction deal

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SA ivory auction raises R59m

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ANC split just a fight among thieves

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