The fragile state of electoral democracy in Africa

The death of electoral democracy in Africa is a concerning phenomenon, characterised by the erosion of free, credible and transparent elections.
By Vanessa N Mautuka and Blessing Gomo Mar. 13, 2024

The crisis of electoral integrity in Zim

Elections not only allow for participation and legitimacy, but also facilitate the peaceful transfer of power, making it feasible to hold the powerful accountable.
By Runyararo Ndaramo Feb. 20, 2024

‘Violence deters youths from politics’

An estimated 1,5 million youths reportedly voted their votes in the August 23 and 24 harmonised elections
By Brent Shamu Jan. 22, 2024

‘Zanu PF, FAZ abused school facilities during elections’

Latest data from the Artuz  School Violation report showed that at least 230 cases of abuse of school facilities were recorded in the run up to the polls.
By Brent Shamu Dec. 28, 2023

By-elections campaign in full swing

Siziba told Southern Eye that their campaign teams were on the ground soliciting for votes.
By Nizbert Moyo Dec. 28, 2023
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Disgruntled Faz agents the spill beans

Faz, a shadowy Zanu PF affiliate which has links to the CIO, played a crucial role in mobilising votes for President Mnangagwa’s re-election including intimidating voters.
By Miriam Mangwaya Dec. 24, 2023

Torture during Zim’s 2023 elections

 The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum produced a preliminary report on the pre-election organised volence and torture (OVT) countering this narrative.
By Own Correspondent Dec. 17, 2023

Women top assisted voter list

ERC called on the government and political parties to continue respecting the electorate by allowing them to confer legitimacy to leaders they want to govern the nation.
By Lorraine Muromo Dec. 14, 2023

Chiwenga doles out freebies for votes

Chiwenga was addressing about 5 000 people who attended the rally held at Bishopstone Estates open grounds.
By Rex Mphisa Dec. 7, 2023