Zimbabwe “white farmers” whose land was seized under Robert Mugabe rule can apply to claim it back or they will be offered land elsewhere if restitution proves impractical, the government announced on August 31. Zimbabwe says foreign white farmers can apply to get back seized land https://t.co/6O4VZgaQ4g — Reuters Africa (@ReutersAfrica) September 1, 2020 Last…
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Zimbabwe: EU demands liberation of activists
«The Constitution of #Zimbabwe guarantees the right to peaceful protests; a right that @efie41209591, @advocatemahere and others exercised today. They should be released from police custody. #EU4HumanRights,» reads the Tweet of the European Union delegation to Zimbabwe, demanding immediate liberation of Tsitsi Dangarembga (pictured), the novelist, and Fadzayi Mahere, the lawyer. The Constitution of #Zimbabwe…
Harare in lockdown amid public discontent
Zimbabwe’s two main cities – Harare and Bulawayo – have been in lockdown since July 31, Friday, patrolled by the secuiry forces in an attempt of government to prevent protests called by activists over corruption and rapidly degrading economic situation, causing unprecedented hardships. Businesses were shut and streets deserted in Zimbabwe’s two main cities on…
EU expresses concerns about Zimbabwe arrests
«Recent developments in Zimbabwe are deeply worrying. The work of human rights defenders, journalists, and civil society organisations is essential to support reforms that stand the test of time. Upholding constitutional rights is a principle which cannot be compromised» the European Union top diplomat Josep Borrell wrote on his Twitter micro blog. Recent developments in…
#COVID19: Zimbabwe mines to continue extractions
Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa extended a lockdown from 19 april by two weeks to contain the spread of the new coronavirus, but the measure does not concern mining companies, which are going to contintue their activities. Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Sunday extended a lockdown to contain the spread of the new coronavirus by two…
Mugabe buried in Kutama village
Zimbabwe’s former President Robert Mugabe was buried on October 28 in his home village of Kutama, ending an argument between his clan and the government of his successor President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Zimbabwe's #Mugabe buried in home village, ending an era https://t.co/aMHn638gA3 — Reuters Africa (@ReutersAfrica) September 29, 2019 Mugabe (95) died in a Singapore hospital…
Mnangagwa to attend Mugabe obsequies
Zimbabwe President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, will address mourners of late Robert Mugabe at the National Sports Stadium, where thousands will wear the colours of the ruling Zanu-PF party. cant tell if she's annoyed by the people flanking her or its her mourning face,, either way uyiphethe idrama, that veil #RIPMugabe Blue roof #Grace #MugabeFuneral pic.twitter.com/GiAkyXniF2 —…
Mugabe funeral causes controversy
Robert Mugabe (95) died September 6 early morning hours at Singapore’s Gleneagles Hospital, according to Asian country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The cause of death has not been released so far, however taking into consideration his age, Mugabe passed away due to natural causes. The Singapore diplomats expressed their condolences and said the Ministry has…
Zimbabwe protests stemmed
Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) party – the leading opposition force in Zimbabwe gave up to government pressure, calling off a street protest planned for August 16. The Police this morning have locked down central Harare clearly determined to prevent peaceful protest against corruption, incompetence and abuse of power. #Zimbabwe Anyone who thinks this regime is…
Zimbabwe turns page of Mugabe era
The European Union began political talks aimed at turning the page on hostile relations during Robert Mugabe’s era, enabling a resumption of direct financial aid for the developing economy. #Zimbabwe and EU seek to move on from Mugabe-era strains https://t.co/3SAf0FLAbI — Reuters Africa (@ReutersAfrica) June 5, 2019 At the start of the open-ended talks between…
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