South Africa’s top court ruled that parliament failed to hold President Jacob Zuma to account in a scandal over multi-million-dollar upgrades to his private home, in a decision that intensified opposition calls for the president to be impeached. The Constitutional Court rules that Parliament failed to hold President Jacob Zuma to account, while Chief Justice…
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Mnangagwa past casts shadow on Zimbabwe future
Emmerson Mnangagwa’s return has raised questions in Zimbabwe — he is alleged to have been behind some of Mugabe’s most ruthless policies and to many he represents the oppressive status quo. https://twitter.com/BBCAfrica/status/933707499424886786 Known as “The Crocodile” for his political cunning and longevity, he is accused of orchestrating the massacres in the 1980s, an allegation he…
Mnangagwa arrives to Harare
Zimbabwe’s discharged vice president Emmerson Mnangagwa will be sworn in as President on Friday following the resignation of Robert Mugabe after almost four decades in power, state broadcaster ZBC reported on Wednesday. BREAKING: Zimbabwe’s state-run broadcaster: New leader Mnangagwa arrives today, to be sworn in Friday. — AP Africa (@AP_Africa) November 22, 2017 Emmerson Mnangagwa,…
Mugabe awaiting impeachment
Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu-PF party is set to begin impeachment proceedings against President Robert Mugabe on charges that include allowing his wife “to usurp constitutional power”. The motion is now due to be presented to parliament on Tuesday, November 21. Paul Mangwana, a party member, said the process could take as little as two days to…
Emmerson Mnangagwa reported as new Zimbabwe leader
Robert Mugabe was dismissed as leader of Zimbabwe’s ruling ZANU-PF party to encourage a peaceful end to his 37 years in power following a de facto military coup d’état. Zimbabwe ruling party sacks Robert Mugabe as party leader, appoints former vice-president Mnangagwa in his place https://t.co/Rd0VQZDMbp — BBC Breaking News (@BBCBreaking) November 19, 2017 The…
EU “concerned” with events in Zimbabwe
The European Union is following the unfolding situation in Zimbabwe with concern. Despite the uncertainties surrounding current events, it is important to maintain respect for the rule of law and the fundamental rights of all citizens, says the statement of the European External Action Service (EEAS). Statement on the situation in #Zimbabwe:https://t.co/mH8aN0sz9k — Catherine Ray…
Malawi attackers of ‘vampires’ arrested
Deadly mob attacks on people suspected to be “vampires” have led to 140 arrests in Malawi, police said. Watch: A vampire scare has triggered mob violence in Malawi which has killed at least nine people. Via: @ReutersTV pic.twitter.com/9OryAr51SW — Reuters (@Reuters) October 21, 2017 The situation had spun out of control, the inspector general of…
Europe stands by Angola in reforms
“As President of Angola João Lourenço officially takes office today in Angola, I look forward to co-operating with him and the new government to strengthen further our relationship and intensify our existing dialogue,” – announced EU top diplomat Federica Mogherini in her statement. .@FedericaMog on elections in #Angola: EU supports all efforts to build strong, democratic &…
EU on Angola elections
On 23 august 2017, the people of Angola elected their representatives to the National Assembly and consequently to the Presidency, in the country’s third general election since peace was re-established in 2002. Angola's ruling party wins election; defense minister will replace president after his 38-year rule. https://t.co/5IquHhSVcW — The Associated Press (@AP) August 25, 2017 “The election…
Lions killed in South African sanctuary
The killing of the male lions named Jose and Liso occurred at the Emoya Big Cat Sanctuary, South Africa. Two lions freed from circuses were brutally poached in spite of the protection. The incursion highlighted how brazen poachers can infiltrate places like Emoya, which said it has 24-hour security and armed patrols and has taken…
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