Simukai Tinhu, Author at African Arguments

The Mashurugwi's activities have increased since Emmerson Mnangagwa (in scarf) became president. Credit: GCIS.

February 19, 2020

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Why is Zimbabwe doing so little to tackle growing gang violence?

Many suspect that Zimbabwe’s machete gangs are pawns in a much bigger tussle for power. In towns scattered along Zimbabwe’s gold belts, the fear of violence ...

Zimbabwe elections: The heart says the opposition can win. The head says ZANU-PF will not allow it. Credit: MDC Zimbabwe.

Politics Zimbabwe

By Simukai Tinhu

July 26, 2018

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Zimbabwe: Why Chamisa should change his mind about the boycott

The election is designed only to confer legitimacy on the pre-ordained victor. The opposition should refuse to play its part in this and shout about why. ...

Politics Zimbabwe

By Simukai Tinhu

May 11, 2017

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Zimbabwe’s opposition coalition: Avengers Assemble or Suicide Squad?

If the coalition holds until the 2018 elections, it could lead the strongest challenge yet to Mugabe. But that’s a big if. On 19 April, two of ...

Politics Zimbabwe

By Simukai Tinhu

July 25, 2016

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Zimbabwe: How long can Mugabe survive without the war veterans?

The war veterans and Emmerson Mnangagwa have been key pillars underpinning Mugabe’s 36-year-long rule. Without them, it could quickly disintegrate beyond repair. Last week, Zimbabwe’s war veterans’ ...