Zimbabwe sanctions

Zimbabwe sanctions

Zimbabweans express their feelings about decades-old economic sanctions imposed on their country by Western countries. President Emmerson Mnangagwa described the sanctions as 'illegal' during his speech at the UN. Some other African leaders also called for the lifting of the restrictions.

Rigged election?

Rigged election?

How Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his main rival Nelson Chamisa of the opposition CCC party strongly defend their positions on the outcome of the country's presidential elections. Incumbent Mnangagwa was declared winner by the electoral body.

Zimbabwe's growing economic ties with Türkiye

Zimbabwe's growing economic ties with Türkiye

Zimbabwean Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube says his country imported goods worth $17 million from Turkiye in 2021. He expects ties between the two countries to continue growing following the re-election of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, he tells TRT Afrika.

Chess Queens

Fifteen medals and counting, the reigning Zimbabwe National Junior Chess Champion, 12-year-old Grace Zvarebwa, is an inspiration to many girls. The story of how she rose from a humble background in rural Zimbabwe to become an international champion is incredible.

Niger sanctions fear

Niger sanctions fear

The economic sanctions imposed on Niger by the West African regional group ECOWAS following last week's coup have taken effect with some countries cutting economic dealings and the West African Monetary Union blocking the country's finances. Citizens begin to fear the long-term impact on their lives.