‘Lead and leave’: Fears over Zimbabwe’s plan to extend presidential terms
Heated debate as Zimbabwe holds four days of public hearings about a bill seeking to amend the country’s constitution.
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Zimbabwe shock Sri Lanka to upset the T20 World Cup odds again
Zimbabwe chase down target of 179 to beat one of the favourites – and tournament co-hosts – Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup.
Zimbabwe pull off huge shock to beat Australia at T20 World Cup
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Zimbabwe cabinet approves plan to extend Mnangagwa’s rule till 2030
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Zimbabwe’s governing party moves to extend Mnangagwa presidency to 2030
Mnangagwa allies push for a term extension to 2030 as ZANU-PF factions split and opposition promises a legal fight.
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Economic uncertainty drives desperate people, including those with disabilities, into illegal foreign currency trade.
