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Chamisa’s return is theatre of the absurd, no transformation

In essence, Chamisa confuses visibility for viability: his politics are rich in symbolism but poor in substance, leaving Zimbabwe’s opposition trapped in cycles of hope and disappointment.

By Wellington Muzengeza Feb. 13, 2026

Chamisa’s return is theatre of the absurd, no transformation

Constitutional farce unfolds

Such structural revisions would ordinarily require broad national consensus secured through a referendum, not routine legislative manoeuvring.

By Faith Zaba Feb. 13, 2026

The political logic behind Zimbabwe’s dangerous constitutional turn

I argue that this Bill marks a clear break from the promise of Zimbabwe’s 2013 Constitution. That settlement largely imagined a future built on limits, competition and accountability.

By Phillan Zamchiya Feb. 13, 2026

The political logic behind Zimbabwe’s dangerous constitutional turn

Votes in the shadows: How informality fuels electoral power in African cities

The declaration is clear: informality is political capital, and literacy in its dynamics is the decisive frontier for Africa’s urban future.

By Wellington Muzengeza Feb. 2, 2026

Votes in the shadows: How informality fuels electoral power in African cities

NewsDay Cartoon , January 28 , 2026 Edition

By The Watcher Jan. 28, 2026

Tanzania cancels independence day celebrations after election unrest

Election observers have since reported signs that the vote was manipulated and fell short of democratic standards.

By Bbc News Nov. 25, 2025

Tanzania cancels independence day celebrations after election unrest

Ethical leadership and disciplined governance: Lessons from China

Zimbabwe, a close historical ally, diplomatic and economic partner of China, could learn from the Chinese experience in combating corruption.

By Gideon Chitanga Nov. 10, 2025

Ethical leadership and disciplined governance: Lessons from China

We are under a dangerously serious threat from Tanzania

“Overall, the 2025 General Election in the United Republic of Tanzania fell short of the requirements of the Sadc Principles and Guidelines Governing Democratic Elections.”

By Muckracker Nov. 7, 2025

We are under a dangerously serious threat from Tanzania

Chamisa tears into Sadc, AU

Chamisa said the continent was sliding into democratic decay, citing controversial elections in Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Tanzania as evidence of a “growing and disturbing phenomenon in Sadc”.

By Miriam Mangwaya Nov. 4, 2025