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Tsvangirai Prioritises Health and Education
Both sectors have virtually crumbled under the weight of the economic crisis.
30 Sep 08
Harare Rivals in New Standoff
Dispute over ministerial posts threatens to sink power-sharing deal, just days after it was signed.
23 Sep 08
Mugabe's Post-Election Media Blitz
Zimbabwean leader appears desperate to shore up support at home in the face of mounting criticism abroad.
19 Jul 08
ZANU-PF Deadly Serious About Retaining Power
President Robert Mugabe makes it clear he will stay in power even if that means civil war.
23 Jun 08
Recount Elaborate Plan to Steal Election
Official sources say it will ensure ZANU-PF regains parliamentary majority and leave Mugabe leading the presidential contest.
25 Apr 08
Second-Round Ballot Looks Increasingly Likely
Mugabe said to be resigned to run-off election as ZANU-PF and main opposition party head for hung parliament.
14 Apr 08
Strike Paralyses Schools Ahead of Election
For low-paid teachers, being ignored while large salary awards went to the security services was the last straw.
14 Apr 08
Mugabe Turns Back on Makoni Allies
President distances himself from top officials suspected of backing his rival’s election bid.
14 Apr 08
Government Policies Backfire Time and Again
No let-up in directives that alienate and demoralise the population.
14 Apr 08
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