ZESN: Democracy Fails if Women, Youth, Disabled Excluded

On Human Rights Day, election watchdog highlights structural discrimination as a direct threat to inclusive electoral participation. By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka HARARE — As the world marks International Human Rights Day,…

Digital Violence a New Election Threat, Warns ZESN

In Human Rights Day statement, watchdog links online harassment and gender-based violence to the erosion of democratic rights. By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka HARARE— The Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN) has identified…

Observer Mission Flags Gaps in Campaign Finance Oversight in Malawi Polls

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka LILONGWE – While applauding the transparency and inclusivity of Malawi’s 2025 elections, regional observers have raised concerns about the lack of effective oversight on political party and…

Peace & Political Tolerance Define Malawi’s 2025 General Elections

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka LILONGWE – Amid long queues, biometric hiccups, and enthusiastic voter turnout, one defining feature of Malawi’s 2025 General Elections stood out: peace. The elections, held on September…

Malawi’s 2025 Elections Show Progress in Inclusivity and Access

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka LILONGWE – Malawi’s 2025 General Elections have been praised for notable steps toward inclusive and accessible electoral participation, according to a joint preliminary statement by the Electoral…

Regional Observers Arrive in Malawi Ahead of General Elections

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Lilongwe — A 13-member delegation from the Electoral Support Network for Southern Africa (ESN-SA) and the Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN) has arrived in Malawi to participate…

Glen View South Votes ZANU-PF Amid Apathy

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Harare – The Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF) secured victory in the Glen View South National Assembly by-election held on April 12, 2025, in…

Glenview South Constituency Prepares for Critical By-Election

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Harare – The Glenview South Constituency is bracing for a pivotal by-election scheduled for April 12, 2025, following the untimely passing of incumbent MP Gladmore Hakata from…

Role of Political Literacy Strengthens Democracy

Enhancing Political Literacy: A Key to Boosting Voter Participation in Zimbabwe By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka The recent by-elections in Chegutu Rural District Council (RDC) Ward 3 and Norton Ward 3 have…

Challenges Faced by Women Candidates in the By-Elections

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka The recently held March 8, 2025, By-elections have once again highlighted the persistent barriers faced by women in Zimbabwe’s electoral processes. Despite calls for increased female participation…