From the FT: Zimbabwe’s by-election chicanery – Opposition cries foul

Critics argue that recent by-elections in Zimbabwe, including one marred by violence, are part of President Mnangagwa's strategy to stay in power indefinitely. Opposition members claim manipulation and interference in their party's internal disputes, accusing the ruling Zanu-PF of undermining the democratic process. The alleged aim is to secure a two-thirds majority in parliament to amend the constitution and abolish the two-term limit for the president. Meanwhile, economic challenges persist, with hopes for political reform dwindling as the government seeks debt restructuring amid inflation and a collapsed currency.

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Zimbabwe opposition cries foul over by-election chicanery

By Kudzanai Musengi in Bulawayo and Joseph Cotterill in Johannesburg

Government critics say the process aims to ensure President Emmerson Mnangagwa can stay in office indefinitely

Bongani Mabhanga shunned the ruling party of President Emmerson Mnangagwa when he cast his ballot for the main opposition in this year's Zimbabwe national elections.

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