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Zimbabwe articles on Democracy Chronicles

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​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.

Zimbabwe Turns Over Seized Farms to War Veterans and Youth

July 24, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Zimbabwe Turns Over Seized Farms to War Veterans and Youth

Mugabe’s land re-distribution in Zimbabwe was a disaster because those who received land could not run farms. Mnangagwa may be replicating this disaster.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships, Worldwide Corruption, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe Man Shot by Chinese Employer Disabled, Looking for Compensation

July 3, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Zimbabwe Man Shot by Chinese Employer Disabled, Looking for Compensation

A Zimbabwean man shot by a Chinese national over pay dispute has asked for compensation as he fears he has become crippled for life.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Asia, China, Dictatorships, Zimbabwe

Killing of 2 Zimbabweans by Chinese Man Rehashes China’s racial prejudice in Africa

June 25, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Killing of 2 Zimbabweans by Chinese Man Rehashes China's racial prejudice in Africa

Killing of 2 Zimbabweans by Chinese man over pay rehashes concerns of Chinese racial prejudice and impunity in Africa enabled by corrupt African regimes.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, China, Dictatorships, Racism and Prejudice, Worldwide Corruption, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe: missing pro-democracy campaigner’s wife appeals for president’s help

March 11, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Zimbabwe: missing pro-democracy campaigner’s wife appeals for president’s help

Itai Dzamara is a Zimbabwean pro-democracy campaigner who got missing five years ago. His wife, Sheffra Dzamara, has appealed for Mnangagwa’s help.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Journalism and Free Speech, Zimbabwe

Arrested Zimbabwe Opposition MDC Activists Expected to Face Charges of Violence

March 2, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Arrested Zimbabwe Opposition MDC Activists Expected to Face Charges of Violence

At least 10 members of Zimbawe’s leading opposition party arrested Saturdary to appear in court Monday March 3, facing charges of promoting public violence.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Dictatorships, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe’s Opposition MDC Youth Stage ‘Unplanned’ Protest in Harare

February 20, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Zimbabwe's Opposition MDC Youth Stage 'Unplanned' Protest in Harare

Zimbabwe’s economy has not improved since President Emmerson Mnangagwa came to power following a coup. The opposition has launched renewed protests.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Zimbabwe

Report: Repression Intensifying in Zimbabwe As Old Guard, Military in Firm Control

February 15, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Report: Repression Intensifying in Zimbabwe As Old Guard, Military in Firm Control

It’s two years since the coup that brought him to power but nothing shows that Mnangagwa’s reforms will see the day of light. The army is still in control.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Dictatorships, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe Billionaire to Pay Doctors About $300 A Month to End Strike

January 24, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Zimbabwe Billionaire to Pay Doctors About $300 A Month to End Strike

Zimbabwe striking junior doctors will end a four-month strike after accepting offer from a billionaire to pay them about $300 monthly for six months.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Charity, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe: opposition leader promises protests as crisis deepens

January 21, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Zimbabwe: opposition leader promises protests as crisis deepens

Zimbabwe’s opposition leader Tuesday said he will roll out protests this year, saying the economy will improve only if political issues are settled.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Dictatorships, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe Students Stage Protest Over Deteriorating Situation in Schools

January 20, 2020 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Zimbabwe Billionaire to Pay Doctors About $300 A Month to End Strike

Students at Zimbabwe’s Njube High School in Bulawayo staged a protest Monday where teachers are on strike and parents angry over high cost of education

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Zimbabwe

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