First-Round Win for Mugabe Looks Uncertain
Key players in the regime reportedly agree that rigging a straight win for the incumbent just won’t work.
Diaspora Resigned to Mugabe Victory
Exiles urge their countrymen to vote, even though many suspect the president will rig the vote in his favour.
Voters Reluctant to Return From South Africa
Vibrant campaign to encourage migrants to go back and vote falls flat as diaspora Zimbabweans talk of hardship and wasted ballots.
Bulawayo Youth Join Opposition Bandwagon
In a country with a tradition of political violence, the sight of opposition supporters openly proclaiming their allegiance is a significant sign of change.
Makoni Emerges as Potential Kingmaker
Calling the ex-finance minister a “prostitute” and a “frog” is unlikely to encourage him to back another candidate if the vote goes to a second round.
Mugabe Dead Set on First-Round Win
For the first time since 1980, a presidential election could go to a second round, but analysts say President Robert Mugabe will do his level best to stop that happening.
Businesses Under Fire for Makoni Links
Authorities carpet business leaders they suspect of backing President Robert Mugabe’s chief rival.
Strike Paralyses Schools Ahead of Election
For low-paid teachers, being ignored while large salary awards went to the security services was the last straw.
Widespread Apathy Ahead of Elections
Many too preoccupied with getting by from one day to the next to feel excited about voting.
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