Governance – Political transformation
Mozambique under political tension
By Palmira Velasco Mozambique has been experiencing moments of political tension since the electoral campaign and the eve of the...
“Defining Strategies for the Effective Participation of Women in Elections”
by Palmira Velasco “Defining Strategies for the Effective Participation of Women in Elections” is the motto of the meeting on...
Elections leave people without hope.
by Palmira Velasco The Constitutional Council of Mozambique deliberated (24 November 2023), on the sixth local elections held on October...
Political interference in the mining sector remains costly for citizens.
By Mary Nyadome The relationship of rural communities in Zimbabwe with mining companies is often tense and unproductive and to...
”We don’t want FRELIMO in Nampula.”
by Palmira Velasco The main opposition party began celebrating victory after polling day, when preliminary results showed it had won...
Gender, Corruption & Whistleblowing nexus in Zimbabwe
by Taurai Nigel Mafundikwa Women face a disproportionate impact of corruption especially seen in service delivery inefficiencies. For women to...
The Leadership we want in Africa
By Yollander Millin As a young black African woman, I strongly feel that life experiences have aged me way beyond...
The Grinch that stole the ballot
The Observer Zimbabwe’s political landscape is marred by a history of conflict and violence yet each electoral season remains a...
What is Climate Change?
By Mike Makore Climate Change is a complete shift/change of weather conditions experienced after a long period of time. The...
Vote Buying During Political Campaigns: Its Socio-Economic Effects and How to Counter It
By Allan Nyamande During political campaigns, candidates often resort to vote buying as a means to secure their victory. It...
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