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National liberation movements may only have a limited window within which to act. Across the region civil society campaigns and investigative journalists have shed light on some of the worst abuses of power. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)
ANGOLA

Can Southern Africa’s liberation movements really rid the region of corruption?

Combatting corruption has been at the heart of many of their campaigns. The question is: can they succeed?

  • Christopher Vandome
5 min read
Reform is clearly necessary, and the Mnangagwa government has promised it. But the challenge of making it happen is daunting. (Reuters)
CHRISTOPHER VANDOME

Before re-engagement, Zimbabwe needs to regain lost trust

Initial enthusiasm for President Mnangagwa’s ‘new dispensation’ is waning – and Zimbabwe has lots of work to do to win back the trust of its citizens

  • Christopher Vandome
5 min read