Victor Matemadanda

Mugabe Allies Hint They Could Ditch His Party

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Zimbabwean war veterans, who have given President Robert Mugabe key support in past, vowed Thursday to rally behind “competent” candidates in next year´s elections even those from the opposition. Chris Mutsvangwa, chairman of the association of veterans of the 1970s independence war, previously loyal to Mugabe, said the former fighters were ready to work with … Read more

‘Insulting Mugabe’ Trial Collapses

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The case against five Zimbabwean war veterans, charged with insulting President Robert Mugabe, has collapsed. A magistrate’s court in the capital, Harare, set aside the charges after the prosecution was not ready to proceed with the trial for two consecutive days. The five were charged after issuing a statement earlier this year, accusing Mr Mugabe, … Read more