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2017 Coup, the Commonwealth and sanctions

The withdrawal followed the turbulent years of the early 2000s: saw land invasions, disputed (and unresolved and violent) elections in 2000 and 2002

By Ibbo Mandaza and Tony Reeler Nov. 27, 2022

2017 Coup, the Commonwealth and sanctions

Zim: Still expecting the impossible?

Without repeating the basis for this argument, it is evident that things have worsened considerably over the (nearly) next two years.

By Ibbo Mandaza and Tony Reeler Jan. 28, 2023

Zim: A new political settlement, not elections, can fix the desperate crises

The Zanu PF government’s explanation for the parlous state of the nation has been to blame sanctions and to claim that there are sufficient reforms to warrant the Commonwealth re-admitting Zimbabwe.

By Ibbo Mandaza and Tony Reeler Feb. 17, 2023

Zim: A new political settlement, not elections, can fix the desperate crises

A new political settlement can fix Zimbabwean crises

At Sapes Trust, we have held 35 policy dialogues since March 2021 covering the political economy, human rights, elections, and corruption.

By Ibbo Mandaza and Tony Reeler Feb. 17, 2023

A new political settlement can fix Zimbabwean crises

No confidence in polls if quality is compromised

In each of those elections the pre-election periods were very different, as were the polls. And apart from 2008, every election saw Zanu PF elected into government.

By Tony Reeler and Ibbo Mandaza May. 19, 2023