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Mugabe's Chosen Mediator Criticised

Widespread disappointment at the appointment of a man seen as an ally of President Mugabe instead of a planned intervention by the United Nations.

Bills Put Zimbabwe Under Martial Law

Mugabe critics say new legislation is designed to silence dissent.

Mugabe Blasts Crooked Ministers

The president accuses ZANU-PF leaders of corruption, but critics say he himself is responsible.

New Twist in Mugabe Succession Saga

The struggle over who’ll take over the reins of power intensifies and becomes more confused.

Looking for Signs of Change in Zimbabwe

Is political change imminent, and if so are opposition groups up to the task of making it happen?

Public Transport Now a Luxury

With bus fares spiralling, many people are forced to walk long distances to and from work.

School Fees Hike Fuels Dropout Rate

Children quit school in large numbers because they cannot afford rising tuition costs.

Opposition Protests Set to Fail

There are plenty of reasons for Zimbabweans to protest against their government, but the opposition seems hesitant to take the lead.

Zimbabweans Bear Brunt of Economic Meltdown

Zimbabwe is the only country in the world whose highest denomination bank note cannot buy a loaf of bread.

Global Voices: Africa

Voices for Change, Africa project

Sudanese Refugees Pay Price for an Ethiopian Conflict

The Winners and Losers of Ghana’s Gold Rush – Impact on Farmers

LGBTI Ghanaians Left With Nowhere To Turn

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A woman reacts over the body of her daughter, next to a clinic that was damaged during a Russian missile attack, on June 1, 2023 in Kyiv, Ukraine. At least three were killed, including a child, and others were injured by falling debris from intercepted missiles. © Roman Pilipey/Getty Images

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An AFPTV cameraman films while smoke plumes billow during Israeli air strikes in Gaza City on October 12, 2023 as raging battles between Israel and the Hamas movement continue for the sixth consecutive day. Thousands of people, both Israeli and Palestinians have died since October 7, 2023, after Palestinian Hamas militants based in the Gaza Strip, entered southern Israel in a surprise attack leading Israel to declare war on Hamas in Gaza on October 8. © Mohammed Abed/AFP via Getty Images

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Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.