From: Shamiso Moyo |
Date: 17th April 2025 |
Group: ZHRO/ROHR/CCC |
ZANU PF PLEASE RESPOND 45 YEARS AFTER INDEPENDENCE WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?A heartfelt plea by Shamiso Moyo ZANU PF 45 YEARS LATER
45 years later
45 years later
45 years later
Is this what the liberation struggle was all about?
45 years of Independence what do we have to show?
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From: Theophilas Mkuhlani |
Date: 17th April 2025 |
Group: ZHRO/ROHR/CCC |
Animal Farm? Zimbabwe a country which once thrived in the southern continent of Africa, blessed with natural mineral resources and soil for agriculture like al African nationals, it used to puzzle me until I began asking questions.
The answer is a simple one. The Zimbabwean government is modelled after Animal Farm, a novel written by George Orwell. ZANU PF looted all the land and farms, claiming that the land redistribution would be of benefit to all citizens. The only persons who have benefited from this is those who are loyal to ZANU PF. The leader of Zimbabwe has over 50 farms and appoints his family members in government positions which are not qualified to hold. The Zimbabwean government led by Emerson Mnangagnwa is an oppressive regime, ZANU PF party is looting all the natural resources and the international Aid which was meant to relief the Zimbabweans who are suffering in famine. The country is being mismanaged by a totalitarian regime, which doesn’t tolerate any opposition or criticism. ZANU PF rules with an iron fist, anyone who dare speak the truth simply disappears or imprisoned without bail. The Zimbabwean people have suffered for 45 years, there is no independence to celebrate, people of Zimbabwe must wake up and resist this evil corrupted totalitarian government. #ZANUPFMUSTGO |
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Read more: Joint Diaspora Rail Against 45 Years
Assessing President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s tenure as Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) requires evaluating his leadership in advancing the bloc’s objectives, particularly in fostering regional integration, economic development, peace, and security. His term, which began in August 2024, has been marked by significant regional challenges, including conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Mozambique, energy poverty, and climate-related issues. Below is an analysis of his tenure, considering both achievements and shortcomings, while critically examining the establishment narrative. Achievements
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A Zimbabwe Centric IntroductionJust listen to what the Electoral Reform Society in the UK demands for their voters - then compare their demands to the vote rigging & disenfranchisement of ZEC and the Zanu PF charlatans. It's not so dissimilar. Big Money influence, Too much Influence by a small group of individuals, and a lack of Transparency! But ultimately a LACK of any of the Independent (and honest) Vital Institutions for a Democratic Republic. All too familiar within the context of the Zimbabwean Voting debacle - let alone a Diaspora Vote! It's another "read this and weep (for the real Zimbabwe)" - Again This is how IT SHOULD be - in Zimbabwe, we are still a million miles from a democratic government - see our other articles for details LINK HERE - Is Zimbabwe a Democracy? and Electoral Reforms are Vital (by Charles Kanyimo) and More The Illusion of Democracy (in Zimbabwe) - an AI Study Instead in Zimbabwe, the POLITBURO runs the ship, with a {mainly} impotent "Parliament" in name only. Introduction written by John Burke, ZHRO Article belowis a reprint with web source links by Jessica Garland, Director of Policy and Research; Electoral Reform UK "Earlier this month the Electoral Commission heads appeared before a House of Commons select committee with stark warnings about the dangers of failing to address the problems with political finance. Commenting on the existing rules EC Chair John Pullinger said that the system has “a series of weaknesses that do need to be addressed now, if we are not to face some even more damaging consequences for public trust in the system.”" It’s time to tackle big money in politicsAt the Electoral Reform Society, we have long argued that big money is a problem for politics and the current political finance rules are in desperate need of updating. We agree with the Electoral Commission’s call for reform, particularly in three key areas:
But it shouldn’t stop there, it’s important that we prevent impermissible donations from overseas and guard against foreign influence, but we also need to address the impact of legal but potentially damaging, large scale donations. A handful of donors are holding too much powerParty funding remains dominated by the big spenders – in the two decades between 2001 and 2021, a fifth of all major political came from just 10 individuals. That’s not healthy for our democracy – so few voices shouldn’t carry that much power. That is why it is so encouraging to see this issue raised in parliament last week with a new Private Member’s Bill tabled on political donations. This bill, put forward by the MP for Stratford-Upon-Avon, Manuela Perteghella, seeks to place a cap on political donations. Introducing the bill they said, “Introducing a cap on political donations is not about limiting participation; it is about making sure that every vote, every voice and every citizen matters equally in our political system.” We couldn’t agree more. A donations cap is a crucial tool in ensuring our politics cannot be bought by the highest bidder. Voters want actionOur research shows that voters are deeply concerned about the impact of money in politics. In fact, big money is the top electoral integrity concern among the public. And it’s easy to see why – Electoral Commissions data reveals that confidence in financial transparency has been in long-term, steady decline. Last year, only 15% of people agreed that political spending and funding is transparent. When people believe that money can buy influence, it damages trust in our democratic institutions. And right now, that trust is already running low. It’s time to fix the system. We need bold reforms to political finance – because democracy should work for everyone, not just the wealthiest few.
However, it appears that the current administration is intent on manipulating the law to serve its own avaricious ambitions. Mnangagwa's political trajectory is deeply entwined with the malfeasance within ZANU-PF. Serving as a close advisor to Robert Mugabe, he held various influential positions, including roles in foreign affairs, trade and commerce, judiciary services, and the secret service. The latter was notoriously employed to suppress dissent, leading to widespread human rights abuses. From the 1980s to the present, political violence has been a grim constant, with countless individuals subjected to torture, disfigurement, and extrajudicial killings. This pervasive climate of fear and repression has compelled hundreds of thousands of Zimbabweans to flee their homeland, seeking refuge from persecution and potential death. For many, this marks the beginning of an interminable suffering, rendering the prospect of returning to the land they once cherished increasingly remote. As a former regional board member of ZimRights in Bulawayo, I have tirelessly advocated for justice and an end to political violence and inhumane treatment of regime opponents. This activism has made me a target of the ZANU-PF government, extinguishing any hope I might have had of returning to Zimbabwe. Beyond the political turmoil, the nation's public services have deteriorated precipitously under ZANU-PF's misrule. The healthcare system is virtually non-existent, a dire situation exacerbated by the cessation of life-saving medications previously supplied by USAID. Basic services such as electricity, water, and transportation have become increasingly unreliable, with conditions worsening daily. How much longer will this regime be permitted to decimate the remnants of Zimbabwe's infrastructure and social services?
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