Political violence, including killings, in South Africa predominantly targets ANC members, and intensifies in the run-up to elections and conference
Militias have increased in numbers and strength, and now outnumber state security forces by four to one
Editorial calling for the resignation of the president and vice-president led to journalist’s arrest.
The increased political violence in Zimbabwe could force the SADC to convene a special summit ahead of the country’s elections.
A new code of conduct for Zimbabwe’s political parties will bar perpetrators of political violence from taking part in electoral processes.
Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe has asked that political violence be "buried in the past", surprising people at Zimbabwe’s independence celebrations.
Zimbabwe is not ready for elections, and will not be ready until it has dealt with present and past human rights violations, says Human Rights Watch.
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/ 31 January 2011
Zimbabwe has seen a surge in political violence and intimidation as the government prepares for national elections, an advocacy group said.
Campaigning for Rwanda’s August 9 presidential election begins on Tuesday in a tense atmosphere following a string of attacks.
Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe on Friday called for an end to political violence, at the start of a weekend of national prayer.