Zimbabwe opposition to pull out

The opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai of the MDC in Zimbabwe has decided to pull out of the presidential run-off on 27 June, his party officials say, it is not clear from Morgan Tsvangirai yet but for now it appears to be so. The Movement for Democratic Change says the...

Zimbabwe set for opposition rally

A rally will be held by Zimbabwe's opposition tomorrow in the captial Harare, after a court overturned a police ban.This is a dangerous undertaking on their part but it is good that they are pressing ahead with...

Zimbabwe's Tsvangirai Mulls Abandoning 'Fixed' Election

After being arrested multiple times, seeing supporters and diplomats alike abused and beaten by police and mobs, Zimbabwe's opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai is considering pulling out of the run-off election.Fears of rampan rigging, violence against voters and other...

South Africa's Mbeki in Zimbabwe to meet Mugabe

Thabo Mbeki, the South African President, arrived in Zimbabwe today to meet with Robert Mugabe, ahead of next week's presidential run-off poll."Mbeki arrived in the capital Harare just before 1 pm local time (1100...

Mugabe Plays the Legacy Card

OpinionBarry Artiste, Now Public ContributorWell that makes perfect sense, why didn't we think of that?Mugabe is only protecting his countries legacy and his own ideology.  That is why he is holding onto...

Mugabe says war vets ready to fight if...

It is now evident that Zimbabwe's Mugabe has taken a do or die stand in the forth coming presidential election in the country. One can now infer from his actions and comments that there will be war in Zimbabwe if he is not voted in as the country's president, a position he...

Ready for War: Mugabe Talks Even Tougher

Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe is continuing his anti-MDC rhetoric, saying he and his party will wage a guerilla war against the Movement for Democratic Change should they win the upcoming election. Mugabe...

Zimbabwe detains opposition leaders

"The standard-bearer for Zimbabwe's opposition was twice detained by the police on Thursday, and one of his most important deputies was arrested to face treason charges. The events underscored the daunting obstacles to campaigning against President Robert Mugabe in the two...

Zimbabwe's Tsvangirai rejects unity government

Morgan Tsvangirai rejected a call today for a national unity government in Zimbabwe, as he said his party was sure to win the election despite the continuing violence and problems his campaign has been...

Zimbabwe court overturns police ban on rallies

Zimbabwe's High Court has overturned a ruling that banned political rallies, even as an MDC event was scheduled to begin. However, time will tell if the police, under Robert Mugabe's control, will respect this new...

Free Money and Food. These countries can plant and pay their farmers fine

"Africa: Food Summit Calls for More Investment in AgricultureAllAfrica.com - 22 hours agoThe Summit on soaring food prices, convened by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), has concluded with the adoption by acclamation of a declaration calling on the...

Zimbabwe opposition rallies banned

Morgan Tsvangirai was stopped at two roadblocks while trying to campaign in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second largest city. "HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) -- Police briefly detained Zimbabwe's opposition presidential candidate Friday for the second time this week and told him the party's...

Even More Zeroes: Zimbabwe Currency Plummets Again

Basic items have now climbed in price beyond the reach of billionaires in Zimbabwe. As barter and the black market take over day-to-day exchanges, and ZImbabwean currency hasn't been traded outisde of Zimbabwe in ages, the latest drop in value is more or less a numbers...

Robert Mugabe will never leave office: Wife

Controversial long serving Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe  doesn't want to demit office despite losing the elecions. He has been running the country ruthelessly for a long time and inflation has set...

Criticisms mount as Zimbabwe heads towards runoff election

There is growing concern from both domestic and international observers about politically motivated violence in Zimbabwe as that country prepares for a runoff election in June 27th.Opposition leader Morgan...

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