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Hot Seat is your go to platform for engaging debate, unbiased, balanced hard-hitting and in-depth analysis of the sectors of society.Your host is Violet Gonda, award-winning journalist who has worked from multiple countries interviewing global leaders, influencers and rights defenders.
The platform started more than 15 years ago as a radio programme that engaged Zimbabwean politics and providing alternative ways to circumvent state censorship in the country while reporting from exile. The unique strength of this platform is that it will focus on issues that are not only important to Zimbabwe, but which also affect African states and societies as a whole and seeks to go deeper to investigate complex issues.
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Zimbabwe: The Candidates Are…
US$20,000, the fee for registering as a Presidential candidate, is not a decision to be taken lightly. And yet, 11 Candidates have thrown their hats into the ring. 4 of the candidates stood for President in 2018, and between them, they garnered less than 1% of the vote. So why invest US$20,000? ‘Spotlight on Zimbabwe’ looks at the 2023 presidential hopefuls
Zimbabwe 2023 Elections – Flying start vs Strategic Ambiguity
Spotlight on Zimbabwe looks at Elections 2023 proclamations and preparations. Join Violet Gonda as we dissect hurdles in the run-up to the polls. Uncover controversies and complexities shaping the political landscape.
Zimbabwe – the CCC Nominees are???
Zimbabwe’s main opposition party, the Citizens Coalition For Change (CCC), is choosing candidates for this year’s general elections using a new and untried system to select the candidate. With 3 months until the polls, Spotlight on Zimbabwe series asks: Will the CCC nominees, whoever they may be, have the time to canvass for votes and legal space to overcome the obstacles posed by the ruling ZANU PF party?
Zimbabwe: Auxiliary Power
Years before the coup, Grace Mugabe’s political ambitions were so nakedly obvious that the then leader of the War Veterans Association, Jabulani Sibanda, warned her that “power is not sexually transmitted”. He was relieved of his leadership position soon afterwards. Now Zimbabweans watch with bemusement as the actions of the actions of Auxillia Mnangagwa mirrors those of her predecessor.
Zimbabwe: Persecution By Prosecution
The list of opposition opponents being detained and convicted on frivolous charges continues to grow as elections approach. Journalist Violet Gonda explores ‘Persecution by Prosecution’ in the ‘Spotlight on Zimbabwe’ series.
Free and fair 2023 polls – Zimbabwe style
Journalist Violet Gonda looks at Zimbabwe’s 2023 elections preparedness on the Spotlight on Zimbabwe series. Is Zimbabwe ready for free and fair elections?
Zimbabwe: Politics
Zimbabwe: Politics
Zimbabwe: Elections
Zimbabwe: Elections
What does the CCC 2023 election recipe contain?
Spotlight on Zimbabwe recently highlighted ZANU PFs ‘poisonous poll recipe’, so it is only fair to examine if the Citizens Coalition for Change, can concoct an effective antidote. Is the CCC Election Recipe a Watery Soup, a Spicy Surprise or just, God is in it?
Making Elections Make Sense: THE IMPACT OF DELIMITATION ON ELECTORAL DEMOCRACY IN ZIMBABWE
Making Elections Make Sense: THE IMPACT OF DELIMITATION ON ELECTORAL DEMOCRACY IN ZIMBABWE
Making Elections Make Sense: Regulation of Political Parties: Considerations for Zimbabwe
Regulation of Political Parties: Considerations for Zimbabwe
Making Elections Make Sense: Contextualising The Implications Of Constitutional Amendment Bill No.2 On Zimbabwe’s Electoral Democracy
Contextualizing The Implications Of Constitutional Amendment Bill No.2 On Zimbabwe's Electoral Democracy
Elections have come and gone. As we look to the future, what lessons have we learnt? How can we make 2023 serve the best interest of our nation?
STARFM debate: Making Elections Make Sense: Elections have come and gone. As we look to the future, what
Episode 4: Unpacking the post election scenarios continued
Unpacking the post election scenarios with Shingi Munyeza & Chimhini Tawanda The 4th and last episode
Episode 3: Post Election Scenarios – Part 2
Episode 3: Post Election Scenarios - Part 2 Third episode looked at the various possible outcomes in the
Episode 3: Post Election Scenarios
Episode 3: Post Election Scenarios Third episode looked at the various possible outcomes in the historic election. Despite
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