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

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MDC petitions ConCourt to nullify Mnangagwa term extension

MDC petitions ConCourt to nullify Mnangagwa term extension

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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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6.2.2008 20:33

No new constitution, no vote

No new constitution, no vote
JOHN MAKUMBE
The recent collapse of the ill-fated talks between the MDC and Zanu (PF) was a foregone conclusion given the level of deception that the...
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Cheque limit increased

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6.2.2008 20:31

RBZ disburses trillions to prop up industry

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6.2.2008 20:30

Intimidation on the increase in Mashonaland

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Fear is Zimbabwe’s new religion – Chamisa

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Ndlovu attacks Mahoso

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7 dead in Zanu (PF) primary row

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US and UK send cash for HIV prevention

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Former GMB chief remanded in custody

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Fists fly in church over Mugabe’s pet bishop

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