Political Polarization Evident as Low Voter Turnout Plagues By-Elections
The recent by-elections have once again spotlighted the deepening chasm of political polarization.
Amnesty International Report Exposes Dire Human Rights Situation in Zimbabwe
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's promises of reform have largely gone unfulfilled, with the human rights situation deteriorating under his leadership.
Zim@44: A Nation’s Struggle Against Stagnation and Exodus
In its Independence Day message, the Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN) called on the urgent need for electoral reforms
Mnangagwa Grants Full Remission of Sentence to Various Categories of Prisoners
In a move aimed at addressing prison overcrowding and ensuring justice reform, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a directive granting amnesty to various categories of inmates across the country. The presidential decree, published in the Government Gazette, outlines a series of measures to reduce the prison
Mnangagwa Declares State of Disaster Due to Drought
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared a nationwide State of Disaster in Zimbabwe due to the El Niño-induced drought. The President emphasized the severity of the situation, citing poor rainfall and the outbreak of Fall Army Worm across the country as contributing factors. “The foregoing situation of the
Retailers Welcome Relaxation of Import Duties on Essential Grains
The Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers (CZR) has expressed its approval of the government's decision to remove Value Added Tax (VAT) on rice and potato seed, along with the relaxation of import duties on essential grains such as maize and wheat. In a statement, CZR president Denford
Zimbabwean Youth Demand More Representation in Electoral Processes
The Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN), a coalition of non-governmental organizations that promotes democratic elections has called for more youth participation and representation in Zimbabwe's electoral and governance processes, citing the low number of young lawmakers in the country's parliament. In a statement highlighting the crucial
Think Tank Warns of Dire Consequences Following Recalls of 15 MPs
Local policy think tank, the Zimbabwe Democracy Institute (ZDI) has raised alarm over the grave implications of the recalls of 15 legislators from Parliament, a move that threatens the very foundations of democracy in the country. In a report, ZDI has highlighted the growing concerns about
Speaker Declares 15 CCC Parliamentary Seats in Matabeleland Vacant
Speaker of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda has declared 15 parliamentary seats in Matabeleland vacant, following the controversial recall of legislators by Sengezo Tshabangu, who claims to be the interim secretary-general of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC). The move has sparked controversy with CCC claiming