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Mugabe Feasts as Nation Goes Hungry
Extravagant birthday celebrations seen as emblematic of lack of care for the nation.
14 Apr 08
Makoni Supporters Fear Mugabe Backlash
Many ruling party members are seemingly too scared to declare support for presidential challenger.
14 Apr 08
Mugabe Defies Downfall Prophecies
President continues to confound those who believe the odds are stacked against him remaining in office much longer.
14 Apr 08
No Sign of Promised Media Relaxation
Revised law allows media free rein to cover March elections, but it seem policies will remain as restrictive as ever.
14 Apr 08
Professionals Join Ranks of Street Hawkers
Skilled workers forced to abandon their careers in order to make ends meet.
14 Apr 08
Crunch Time for Makoni Election Bid
A promising contender has thrown his hat into the ring, but the danger is that those who encouraged him will be too scared to back him publicly.
14 Apr 08
Water in Short Supply Despite Rain
Bulawayo authorities’ standoff with Harare over utilities takeover aggravates shortage of mains water.
14 Apr 08
Makoni Rises to the Challenge
Ruling party rift deepens as senior member takes on Mugabe in presidential poll.
14 Apr 08
Warning of “Logistical Nightmare” on Election Day
With four ballots taking place simultaneously, completing the March elections in a single day while ensuring everyone gets a chance to vote may be well-nigh impossible.
14 Apr 08
Gukurahundi Ghost Haunts Matabeleland
Zimbabwean leaders still refuse to talk about the mass killings designed to destroy support for President Robert Mugabe’s political opponents.
14 Apr 08
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