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May 24, 2026

Devastation as LEAD President Linda Masarira Passes Away

Zimbabwean political landscape and civil society have been plunged into deep mourning following the sudden passing of Linda Tsungirirai Masarira, the prominent president of the Labour, Economists and African Democrats (LEAD) party.

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May 19, 2026

Inside Zanu PF’s Harare Province Master Plan: Restructuring for 2 Million Members by 2030

The Zanu PF Harare Provincial leadership has launched a massive and aggressive restructuring exercise aimed at dramatically expanding its political footprint and reshaping its electoral fortunes in the capital city. Led by Provincial Chairperson Cde Godwills Masimirembwa and the Provincial Political Commissar, Cde Voyage, the ruling party is positioning itself to systematically overturn opposition dominance in traditional urban strongholds.

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May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

An Echo in a Vacuum: Why Rutendo Matinyarare’s Obsession with Dr. Tagwirei Fails to Stick

​In the contemporary landscape of digital discourse, social media has increasingly become a platform where public figures face relentless scrutiny. A prominent example of this dynamic is the persistent, one-sided campaign led by commentator Rutendo Matinyarare against prominent Zimbabwean businessman and philanthropist, Dr. Kudakwashe Tagwirei.

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May 14, 2026May 14, 2026

No legal basis for calling a referendum—Attorney General.

Attorney General Virginia Mabiza has firmly rejected calls for a national referendum on Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 of 2026, saying the demand has no legal foundation and amounts to a misreading of the Constitution’s clear and deliberate amendment procedures.

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May 13, 2026

World Leaders who Won’t Leave the Podium: Ramaphosa, Starmer and Ancelotti Under Spotlight for Rewriting the Resignation Playbook

By Tendai Keith Guvamombe

In May 2026, a peculiar trend has hardened into a global political norm: the Un-Resignation. Across the world, leaders who would have historically been forced into early retirement by scandal or electoral defeat are instead choosing to double down. From the Union Buildings in Pretoria to 10 Downing Street, the podium has become a fortress rather than a place of accountability.

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May 11, 2026

Romania’s Pro-EU Coalition Collapses: Fiscal Reforms and Populist Surge Oust PM Bolojan

The collapse of Romania’s pro-European coalition government on May 5, 2026, marks a significant turning point in the nation’s political landscape. Led by Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan of the National Liberal Party (PNL), the administration was ousted following a decisive no-confidence motion that garnered 281 votes in parliament.

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May 4, 2026

Chairperson of Zimbabwe Anti-Presidential Insult Andrew Pasinawako Exposes Impostors Masquerading as Army Personnel

The Chairperson of the Zimbabwe Anti-Presidential Insult (ZAPI), Andrew Pasinawako, has issued a stern public statement exposing individuals who allegedly infiltrated the organization by masquerading as high-ranking members of the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA).

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April 24, 2026

Annual Retreat of the Group of African Ambassadors in China on Leveraging China’s 100% Tariff-Free Offer to Advance Africa’s Development and Prosperity

Under the auspices of H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, the AU Permanent Mission to China, led by H.E. Amb. Alhaji Sarjoh Bah, AU Permanent Representative to the People’s Republic of China, is convening the Annual Retreat of the Group of African Ambassadors in China on the theme “Leveraging China’s 100% Tariff-Free Offer to Foster Development and Prosperity in Africa”.

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April 21, 2026

Wicknell Chivayo Scales Up Philanthropy: Pledge Increases to USD 5 Million in Show of Radical Generosity​

In an extraordinary display of patriotism and financial commitment to national development, businessman and philanthropist Sir Wicknell Chivayo has significantly upscaled his support for Zimbabwe’s socio-economic agenda.

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March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

Millions of Christians Back Constitutional Amendment Bill.3, says Rev. Dr. Musindo

He is a person who is not after fame yet many good things are happening behind scenes. Recently he was in Matabeleland where he made donations in the form of ambulances, funds for schools, hospital. Denominations might be devided but their majority of them are desiring to see the President. Some evenly approached us wanting assistance on seeing the President. There is this love for the President by Church leaders. Elderly women such as Mai Euna Guti have been meeting the President.

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