The Day Democracy Died

The Day Democracy Died

A good friend of mine who sacrificed his university degree in Salisbury to join the struggle for Independence and democracy and paid for the decision very dearly has just published a book on the experience.

Silverest Plaza Chess Club Outwits Lusaka Chess Club in the battle of Lusaka

Silverest Plaza Chess Club Outwits Lusaka Chess Club in the battle of Lusaka

*LPCA ROUND 24 — HELD ON 01/11/26*

What we see in Zimbabwe is not development but corrections—we cannot celebrate a government that created the mess

What we see in Zimbabwe is not development but corrections—we cannot celebrate a government that created the mess

A recent social media post by a well-known ZANU-PF “Murakashi”, an online supporter, caught my attention. 

What’s the point of a budget surplus in a Zimbabwe without food or medicine?

What’s the point of a budget surplus in a Zimbabwe without food or medicine?

There is a profound tragedy in a leadership detached from its people.

Hospital renovations are good, but Zimbabwe desperately needs pills more than fresh paint

Hospital renovations are good, but Zimbabwe desperately needs pills more than fresh paint

Look at the current renovations at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals. 

25.9.2021 4:42

Zimbabwe Threatens Black Market Traders Amid Free-Falling Dollar

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Zimbabwe Threatens Black Market Traders Amid Free-Falling Dollar
Zimbabwean Vice President Constantino Chiwenga issued a threat against the parallel-currency market traders, becoming the nation’s most senior official to acknowledge the risk that a resurgent...
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Makomborero’s Detention: UK Urges Zimbabwe To Respect The Laws

The British government has expressed concern over the continued incarceration of pro-democracy activist and MDC Alliance...
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Chaos as hundreds besiege registry offices at ZITF

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25.9.2021 4:23

Responses To Reinstatement Of Tendai Biti As MP

The High Court Thursday reinstated opposition MDC Alliance's co-Vice President, Tendai Biti to Parliament, a judge...
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Govt struggling to service residential stands for MPs

The government is struggling to service residential stands promised to both Senators and National Assembly members,...
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US official defends messages on voter registration

The Acting United States Ambassador in Zimbabwe, Thomas Hastings has defended social media posts urging Zimbabwe to...
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Europe after Angie

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Ireland Women name squad for historic Zimbabwe tour

Ireland Women will be playing their first ODI series since 2018, while Zimbabwe Women will feature...
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Zimbabwe leaders too immature to understand democracy

I know that Zimbabweans have resigned themselves into expecting anything from their leaders - no matter...
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Zim govt shouldn’t cry foul when given taste of its own bitter bullying medicine

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Small farmers have the answer to feeding the world. Why isn’t the UN listening?

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Urgent Need for Clean Water in Harare, Zimbabwe

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Zimbabwe pins high hopes on cannabis to help recover economy

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