In this episode, Kudakwashe Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba delve into the current political landscape in Zimbabwe, focusing on the contentious Project 2030, which seeks to extend presidential term limits. They discuss the internal dynamics of ZANU-PF, the legal implications of such extensions, and the role of referendums in shaping political decisions. The conversation also touches on the opposition's strategies, the impact of leadership age, and the pressing issue of electricity supply and privatization in Zimbabwe.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Zimbabwe's Political Landscape
03:07 Project 2030: The Push for Extended Presidential Terms
05:48 The Conflation of Party and State in Zimbabwe
08:57 The Risks of Leadership Longevity
12:10 Legal Implications of Presidential Term Extensions
14:59 The Fear of Referendums and Historical Context
18:02 The Role of Internal Party Dynamics
20:55 Opposition Strategies and Historical Lessons
25:04 Judicial Integrity and Political Mobilization
30:10 Challenges of Organizing Against Authoritarianism
34:10 The Shift Towards Privatization in Energy
46:29 Community Empowerment vs. State Control in Energy
52:22 Reflections on Leadership and Constitutionalism Facebook page · Twitter Page
