Rising Zimbabwean political satirist has critiqued the government of Mnangagwa. This comes as the regime is cracking down on growing dissent.
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Coup in Mali: disgruntled Malian army carries out popular instruction to remove President
A disgruntled Malian army has carried out popular instruction for it to oust President Boubackar Keita. The transition is a unique opportunity for progress.
Top South Africa Minister Says Crisis in Zimbabwe Needs Urgent Action
A top South African Minister says the crisis in Zimbabwe needs urgent action. Since the crisis started Zimbabwe has denied its existence.
ANC: Africans Should Resolve Zimbabwe Political Crisis
Zimbabwe has become more unstable since Mnanagwa’s violent ascendancy. South Africa that sent envoys this week advocates an African solution to the crisis.
Nigeria: Singer Sentenced to Death for ‘Blasphemy’
Secular by law, Sharia courts are still allowed to operate in Nigeria. One such court sentenced 22-year-old singer Aminu Sharif to death for blasphemy
Zimbabwe President Decries ‘Divisive Falsehoods’ Over Rights Abuse Claims
Zimbabwe’s government has grown more corrupt and repressive since 2017 but Mnangagwa decried ‘divisive falsehoods’ over recent rights abuse claims.
South Africa’s EFF Leader Julius Malema, Others Urge Zimbabwe Govt to Stop Human Rights Violations
Human rights abuses in Zimbabwe are worsening. South Africa’s opposition leader, Julius Malema, and others have urged President Mnangagwa’s regime to stop the violations.
Mali Opposition Plans More Protests to Demand President’s Ouster
There have been protests in recent weeks asking for President Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta to step down. More protests have been planned by the opposition.
Malawi President Vows to Close in on Corrupt Officials
Malawi’s Chakwera has vowed a crackdown on the last administration’s corruption. President Chakwera made controversial appointments when he took power.
United Nations Says Zimbabwe Using COVID-19 to Clamp Down on Freedom of Media And Assembly
Mnangagwa who came to power in Zimbabwe through coup has paid lip service to democracy. The UN is warning his regime is using COVID-19 to clamp down.