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Chikerema Ignited Spirit of Zimbabwe Nationalism

Cancer claims nationalist who was first to articulate the notion of black majority rule in Rhodesia, and the catalyst for independence struggle.

Africans Deride Western Engagement

With their experience of western misrule, Africans appear sceptical that the West will now do the right thing – in Zimbabwe or elsewhere on the continent.

Zimbabwe Poll Augurs Ill for Africa

In the wake of the election, some African leaders will feel they no longer have any obligation to increase democratic space.

Southern Africa Must Show its Teeth

Unfair elections in Zimbabwe may damage the reputations of southern African states that look the other way.

A Tough Call

MDC’s decision to contest the elections was one of the hardest it has had to make.

Playing Politics with Malaria

Government’s politicisation of healthcare hampers work of malaria control workers at every turn.

Harsh Laws and Thuggery Stifle Media

The Mugabe government will stop at nothing to silence press criticism.

Uganda: Real Peace or Empty Gesture?

The Caucasus Election Script

Being the leader of a post-Soviet country on the edge of Europe is a delicate balancing act.

Has Balkan Justice Assisted Reconciliation?