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A way out of the crisis: Prominent Zimbabweans revive push for alternative to elections

Mandaza said “elections have failed to ensure the ‘Zimbabwe we want,” adding that only dialogue to bring about an NTA is the solution.
By Nqobani Ndlovu Apr. 13, 2025

We must find each other and put Zimbabwe first

Central to this proposal is the establishment of a National Transitional Authority (NTA) to prepare the ground for a durable peace and national prosperity.
By Ibbo Mandaza Apr. 13, 2025

Sapes Trust launches African sculptor exhibition

The three-month exhibition is running under the theme Essence of Africa: Visionaries, Voices, Culinary and Cultural.
By Staff Reporter Nov. 10, 2024

Chengetai Gonzo–An accountant with big heart for community work

Chengetai’s meticulous eye for detail and knack for numbers have elevated her consulting work to become a trusted advisor to businesses seeking to optimise their performance.
By Fungayi Antony Sox Jun. 30, 2024

Letter from America: Remembering Mugabe: The killer of dreams!

I spent ten years studying the career of Mugabe, resulting in the book: Life and Times of Robert Mugabe (2018).
By Kenneth Mufuka Mar. 3, 2024

A new political settlement can fix Zimbabwean crises

At Sapes Trust, we have held 35 policy dialogues since March 2021 covering the political economy, human rights, elections, and corruption.
By Ibbo Mandaza and Tony Reeler Feb. 17, 2023

Zim: Still expecting the impossible?

Without repeating the basis for this argument, it is evident that things have worsened considerably over the (nearly) next two years.
By Ibbo Mandaza and Tony Reeler Jan. 28, 2023

Organised violence, torture and elections: Can Zimbabwe citizens be insulated ahead of 2023 polls?

The framework revolves around five pillars that encapsulate all aspects of elections as well as linking these to the current and ongoing political economy.
By Sapes Trust Nov. 19, 2022

Biti questions Zim external debt figure

Biti also noted that government was skipping Parliament approval of external debt.