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News about the struggle for democracy in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe is not a functioning democracy thanks in large part to colonialism and decades of misrule by dictator Robert Mugabe. According to Freedom House, "voting is marred by flawed voter registration and balloting, biased media and bribed and threatened voters". Also check out our section on World Democracy and our Africa archives.
Surprisingly Revolutionary Role of Zimbabwe’s Social Media
Amid poor performance of local newspapers, Zimbabwe’s social media is taking a transformative role
Zimbabwe Instability Gives Reason For All to Worry
Chaos rising as dangerous Zimbabwe instability cause for concern for life after aging dictator
100 Days Later, Pro-Democracy Zimbabwe Activist is Missing
Long after disappearance, family holds out hope for pro-democracy Zimbabwe journalist gone missing
Zimbabwe Activist Abducted, Hints of Post-Mugabe Rule?
Fears that harsh dictatorship to continue after Mugabe’s death after Zimbabwe activist abducted
Democrat and the Dictator: Mugabe v. Mandela
How Robert Mugabe’s lust for power contrasts with South African democrat Nelson Mandela
Zimbabwe and Congo Mining Assets Feed Mugabe Corruption
Now legendary plunder of Zimbabwe’s wealth detailed in dictator Robert Mugabe corruption probe
Activists See Major Shakeup in Zimbabwe Opposition
Shakeup in Zimbabwe opposition ousts longtime leader and presages renewed the push against Mugabe
Zimbabwe Corruption Revelations Against Mugabe Allies
The latest revelations against Mugabe allies have exposed deeply ingrained Zimbabwe corruption
Worries Rise of Split in Zimbabwe’s Repressed Opposition
Opposition could split in Zimbabwe as leadership accused of failure in combating dictatorship