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Zimbabwe Crisis Reports
Years active: 2008-2012
ZANU-PF Deadly Serious About Retaining Power
President Robert Mugabe makes it clear he will stay in power even if that means civil war.
Low Expectations of Mbeki Visit
South African president’s track-record as mediator inspires little confidence among Zimbabweans as he makes another attempt to forge a deal.
Mugabe Turns Screw on Rights Activists and Lawyers
New wave of repression as Mugabe prepares for second round of leadership contest.
Fears NGO Crackdown May Threaten Millions
United Nations officials warn ban on NGOs tantamount to human rights abuse.
Women Trade Sex for Food
As inflation continues to soar, increasing numbers of women turn to sex industry to survive.
Pressure Ramped Up on Zimbabwean Media
With state media brought to heel, the authorities are turning on private newspapers.
Tsvangirai Sets Out His Stall
MDC leader’s plans for taking the country forward win the backing of experts.
Matabeland Migration Linked to South Africa Violence
Matabeleland activist says mass exodus to Zimbabwe’s southern neighbour always carried with it the seeds of a possible backlash.
MDC Leadership Vacuum Harms Poll Prospects
General consensus among MDC officials that Tsvangirai’s absence has made it difficult for the party to roll out its run-off campaign.