Testing the Pulse of African Democracies
Over the years, African states have not been able to see the concept of democracy and good governance as issues which go beyond merely voting political leaders into positions of trust. They have forgotten the sad reality that democracy and good governance encapsulate the need for political accountability, press freedom, and the existence of a [...]
The Mugabe Conspiracy and its Effect on Zimbabwe
What is wrong with Robert Gabriel Mugabe? Why doesn’t he understand that he is a very small man amongst big men? It is a fact that Mugabe is educated. Then why doesn’t he see the writing on the wall? Zimbabwe will not get the help it desperately needs if he doesn’t abide by the peace [...]
Zuma: Zimbabwe’s Problems not ‘insurmountable’
South Africa’s President, Jacob Zuma, is in Zimbabwe for talks with the country’s leaders. This is his first visit to the country since he became President of South Africa. Mr Zuma met with President Mugabe and Prime Minister Tsvangirai and had talks with both leaders on ending the stalemate in the Unity Government. There are [...]
