Fighting has broken out between groups in Zimbabwe's ruling party, ZANU PF. These groups clash over who should lead next—one side wants President Mnangagwa to stay longer than allowed, and the other backs Vice President Chiwenga to take power. The public fights have drawn in military veterans, security forces, and angry citizens, raising fears of possible civil war if left unchecked.
President Mnangagwa's team hopes to push the elections back from 2028 to 2030. This would give him an extra two years beyond the ten-year limit set by Zimbabwe's constitution. Recent days have seen dangerous power moves from both ZANU PF sides - military leaders changed, security troops were sent out, and protests were planned for March 31. Then, on March 28, Zimbabweans saw photos of bombed cars at offices linked to officials supporting Mnangagwa.
The Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition urges political leaders to choose peace talks over conflict. They stress that talking through differences can keep citizens safe. The group worries that without careful handling, Zimbabwe might fall into a civil war similar to South Sudan. This would add another trouble spot to Southern Africa, which already faces problems with conflicts in DRC and after the Mozambican elections.
Money and resources wasted on these power struggles should instead help fix hospitals, schools, and roads. Following the African Union's push for "Silencing the Guns in Africa," the coalition asks the SADC (Southern African Development Community) to send its Panel of Elders right away. These elders should meet with President Mnangagwa about stopping his "2030 Agenda" and help start wide-ranging talks with many groups to maintain peace and respect for the constitution. Only through talking and keeping peace can Zimbabwe truly solve its current crisis.
President Mnangagwa's team hopes to push the elections back from 2028 to 2030. This would give him an extra two years beyond the ten-year limit set by Zimbabwe's constitution. Recent days have seen dangerous power moves from both ZANU PF sides - military leaders changed, security troops were sent out, and protests were planned for March 31. Then, on March 28, Zimbabweans saw photos of bombed cars at offices linked to officials supporting Mnangagwa.
The Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition urges political leaders to choose peace talks over conflict. They stress that talking through differences can keep citizens safe. The group worries that without careful handling, Zimbabwe might fall into a civil war similar to South Sudan. This would add another trouble spot to Southern Africa, which already faces problems with conflicts in DRC and after the Mozambican elections.
Money and resources wasted on these power struggles should instead help fix hospitals, schools, and roads. Following the African Union's push for "Silencing the Guns in Africa," the coalition asks the SADC (Southern African Development Community) to send its Panel of Elders right away. These elders should meet with President Mnangagwa about stopping his "2030 Agenda" and help start wide-ranging talks with many groups to maintain peace and respect for the constitution. Only through talking and keeping peace can Zimbabwe truly solve its current crisis.
