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Mozambique’s youth revolution: The pulse of democracy in 2024

It is estimated that the youth turnout skyrocketed to over 70% from the earlier election in 2019.

By Tatenda A Tazvivinga and Kudakwashe Matekenya Mar. 2, 2025

Mozambique’s youth revolution: The pulse of democracy in 2024

Historicising the legacies of democracy in Africa

Democracy is further explained by the Greek terms known as demos meaning “people” and “kratos” meaning rule, people are at the centre of power and have a say in rulership.

By rommel Nyausopo and Samuel Mazomba Feb. 28, 2025

Historicising the legacies of democracy in Africa

Presidential term extension: Hands off our constitution

The current push to extend President Mnangagwa’s term is a direct attack on this safeguard.

By Zimrights Jan. 15, 2025

Presidential term extension: Hands off our constitution

Biden wrecks US foreign policy as he leaves office!

The idea that the US leads by example, the rule of law, democracy, and that all people live under the law were dreams the world understood and appreciated.

By Kenneth Mufuka Dec. 8, 2024

Biden wrecks US foreign policy as he leaves office!

Ritual has exposed Zanu PF’s widening rifts

There is a lot happening behind the scenes and as the Lacoste gang used to say in the days leading to the cowardly coup against Gushungo; Magumo kune nyaya.

By Doctor Stop It Oct. 27, 2024

Ritual has exposed Zanu PF’s widening rifts

Is there democracy in music?

According to the Zimbabwe constitution as amended up to June 20, 2023, Section 61b describes freedom of artistic expression and creativity as well as freedom of the media.

By Fred Zindi Oct. 13, 2024

Why political violence is endemic in Zim

A recent example is Rwanda where Paul Kagame won with virtually 100% (99.18%) of the vote, mainly because the real opponents were banned from running.

By Research And Advocacy Unit Oct. 6, 2024

Why political violence is endemic in Zim

The disruptive effect of military role in politics

The report traces the military’s influence back to the liberation struggle, where key military figures within Zanu and Zapu played pivotal roles in determining party leadership.

By Tinashe Kairiza Aug. 30, 2024