High Cost of Dying
Planning ahead, even for one’s own funeral, is increasingly difficult in Zimbabwe’s second city.
Pre-Election Sweeteners for Zimbabwe Voters
Already wielding the big stick, the government has eased economic restrictions in hope this will buy votes for Robert Mugabe.
Peace Deal Dissolves
Rebel leader again fails to meet negotiators, dimming hopes of permanent peace being signed.
Landmines Leave Deadly Legacy
The fighting may have halted, but unexploded arms are a continuing danger to returning villagers in northern Uganda.
Prison Overhaul Controversy
Prisoners worried about being transferred to dangerous part of North Kivu as part of overhaul of local jails.
Central Bank Chief Rides Monetary Storm
Allegations that cash provided by Zimbabwe’s monetary authority was illegally converted into foreign currency.
ZANU-PF Sees Police as Captive Vote
Fears that postal ballots cast by uniformed services will be misused.
ZANU-PF Election Trickery Exposed
Recount appears to have been part of a ruling party strategy to force a run-off and make sure Mugabe wins it.
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