Tag: Zimbabwe
Geza, Tagwirei, Chiwenga, and Zimbabwe’s Succession Politics: A Week of Political Upheaval
By Bafana Phalane Zimbabwe witnessed yet another politically charged week, beginning with war veteran Blessed Geza’s grandstanding against President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the ruling ZANU-PF party. What was initially meant to be a large-scale national protest calling for Mnangagwa’s resignation turned into a de facto shutdown, as Zimbabweans opted to stay indoors rather than face…
Beyond Liberation: Can ZANU PF Thrive in a Post-Mugabe Era?
By Bafana Phalane Is ZANU PF Still Relevant? Looking at the history of Zimbabwe and its people, it is almost impossible not to think about ZANU PF. The party has been a cornerstone of Zimbabwean politics, shaping the nation’s trajectory from the oppressive years of European dominance to the historic transition to independence in 1980….