3.06.2012

Update: Zimbabwe


Elections loom in Zimbabwe, with or without a constitution.   With elections on the horizon, rights groups warn that more violence is sure to follow.

This article explains the current state of Zimbabwean politics.

"The party of Zimbabwe’s president said Tuesday that elections can be held this year even if political reforms requested by meditators aren’t ready in time."

"Mugabe, in nationwide broadcasts marking his 88th birthday on Feb. 21, vowed to defy regional leaders over elections and said he is not afraid of angering them and facing possible regional isolation."

"Rights groups have warned of an imminent upsurge of violence against Mugabe’s opponents when there are calls for elections."

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