Machiavellian Mugabe Odds On for Re-election
Endorsement as ZANU-PF presidential candidate means he seems almost certain to win another term in office.
Johannesburg Wary of Making Visa Concessions
South Africa reluctant to relax travel restrictions with neighbour as it’s already struggling with huge influx of illegal Zimbabweans.
Publisher Challenges Banning Order
But the ANZ newspaper group, a fierce critic of Mugabe, doesn’t appear to stand much of a chance.
Mirror Image Leaders
There are uncanny similarities between the late Ian Smith and Robert Mugabe.
Mbeki Struggling to Bridge Political Chasm
He claims progress in mediation between Mugabe and opposition, but analysts say little has been achieved.
Court Strike Leaves Detainees Stranded
Industrial action by judges and prosecutors highlights fundamental problems with the law in Zimbabwe.
Another Poor Harvest Beckons
Tilling on some of the best farmland in the country hasn’t even started yet.
Youth Vote Blow for MDC
Young people show little interest in backing the opposition in next year’s elections.
Fall in HIV Infection Under Scrutiny
Zimbabwean health workers sceptical of official figures showing decreasing prevalence.
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