Zimbabwe
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Only boys allowed: Seven faces of Zimbabwe’s political patriarchy
At less than 15%, women make up a tiny fraction of candidates in the upcoming elections. Here’s how society keeps it that way. In ... -
African Election Watch: Keep up to date with all the upcoming votes
This week, the Insiders’ Newsletter is introducing the new segment “Election Watch”. This comprehensive roundup of all upcoming African elections will cover their main ... -
Zimbabwe: Six issues that must be fixed for elections to be free and fair
There is still time to ensure Zimbabwe’s July election is credible, but the window is shutting fast. With elections scheduled for 30 July, Zimbabwe ... -
Is change a real option? The choice facing voters in Zimbabwe’s elections
With Zimbabwe’s main parties sounding different but looking the same, could a wave of local independent candidates bring some hope? With President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s ... -
Reigning men: Where are all the women in this new Zimbabwe?
In the top circles of both the ruling ZANU-PF and opposition MDC, women are now almost nowhere to be seen. When President Emmerson Mnangagwa ... -
Zimbabwe: Why President Mnangagwa never takes off his scarf
Activists’ use of #ThisFlag and the president’s use of #ThisScarf look the same, but they couldn’t be more different. Zimbabwe’s national flag has come ... -
3 years on, Itai Dzamara’s still missing (aka ‘Waiting For Dad To Come Home’)
Mugabe may have gone, but the young activist’s family is still picking up the pieces after his disappearance and are still demanding answers. On ... -
Zimbabwe: How impeachment would actually work
Impeaching President Mugabe will not be a quick or a simple affair. Now that ZANU-PF has resolved to commence impeachment proceedings against Zimbabwe’s President ... -
Power to the party: Zimbabwe’s coup isn’t a revolution but a consolidation
President Mugabe’s successor may make some economic reforms, but don’t expect ZANU-PF to loosen its grip on power. Many in Zimbabwe and beyond are ...