Is Mugabe finally bowing to international pressure?

Zimbabwe’s new power sharing deal between the seemingly indomitable forces of ZANU –PF led by the ruthless Robert Mugabe and the opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) led by Morgan Tsvangirai is certainly imbued with many flaws.

However, it is nothing short of seminal and historic in this turbulent and politically volatile region. The power- sharing deal, brokered by the efforts of South African president Thabo Mbeki saw an end to months of a bitter political feuding between the two forces. The power sharing deal may not result in a swift end to a seemingly never ending political and economic crisis but it does mean that even Mugabe can be subject to such scrutiny that he is willing to concede political power.

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My Zimbabwe Diary III

What choices does Mugabe have now? Stepping down is definately not an option... so, for now, he is just waiting.

Hello. So, now what is happening? He is waiting. I mentioned, perhaps not in this forum, that in four days the mood would be lost. Four days have gone (maybe I got the time wrong) but he is waiting for attention to leave Zimbabwe, then he will steal the election. Again. And the opposition (led by the MDC, or not led as the case may be) will sit around and do nothing. Lots of talks, going to the courts, and all that excuse for inactivity, but they will do nothing.

Read more from Michael Laban here.

Why Mugabe continues to rule Zimbabwe

Zimbabweans as a people need a change of governance for the sake of their very lives. The world is settled on that fact but has failed to agree on the informing motive. It is clear now, that besides an economic turn-around for the country, other, less altrustic motives have emerged.
Why is it that everyone feels in themselves activists for humanity while pouring criticism on President Robert Mugabe, but falls just short of committing to any action?

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My Zimbabwe Diary II

An electoral candidate's bulletin of events and happenings pertaining to Ward 7, Harare, where he is running for office as a councillor. contd.... .

My Zimbabwe Diary

An electoral candidate's bulletin of events and happenings pertaining to Ward 7, Harare where he is running for office as a councillor. Michael Laban, a former councillor, is contesting for the Ward 7 (Avondale, Alex Park, Strathaven, KG6 Barracks, etc.) seat in the Harare City Council. Read more here.