Warning of “Logistical Nightmare” on Election Day
With four ballots taking place simultaneously, completing the March elections in a single day while ensuring everyone gets a chance to vote may be well-nigh impossible.
14 Apr 08
Zimbabwe
MDC's Position Short on Clarity
As the opposition agonises over tactics, the Zimbabwean president pre-empts any compromise by setting an election date.
14 Apr 08
Questions Over Reported Progress in Zimbabwe Talks
Observers can see none of the improvements claimed from the negotiations on resolving the long-running political stand-off.
14 Apr 08
Bleak Year Ahead for Zimbabwe
The one bright spot on the horizon – an election which could bring a change of leader– is dimmer than before.
14 Apr 08
Cash Crisis Ruins Christmas
Bleak festive season in prospect as crippling cash shortage takes its toll.
14 Apr 08
Corruption “Destroyed” the Country
Government admits corruption major problem, but unlikely to tackle it because so many officials involved.
14 Apr 08
Crisis Talks Stalling
Ruling party reluctant to concede to key opposition demand - electoral law reform - with elections just months away.
14 Apr 08
Machiavellian Mugabe Odds On for Re-election
Endorsement as ZANU-PF presidential candidate means he seems almost certain to win another term in office.
14 Apr 08
Court Strike Leaves Detainees Stranded
Industrial action by judges and prosecutors highlights fundamental problems with the law in Zimbabwe.
14 Apr 08
Another Poor Harvest Beckons
Tilling on some of the best farmland in the country hasn’t even started yet.
14 Apr 08
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