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News24 | Nine Zimbabwean journalists detained and later released during the country's stayaway

Police heavily deployed in Zimbabwe's capital, Harare, neutralizing protests against President Emmerson Mnangagwa's proposed term extension until 2030.
Most businesses and schools were closed in Harare and Bulawayo amid police presence, reflecting the public's response to the planned protests.
Independence war veterans have turned against Mnangagwa, accusing him of trying to cling to power.
Political analysts note that the economic shutdown could convey a strong message to leaders, emphasizing citizens' resistance to the term extension plans.

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Zimbabweans stay at home amid fears demonstrations could turn violent

Independence war veterans had called for people to take to the streets to protest against plans to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule.

2 days ago·Pointe-Noire, Congo

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Zimbabwe police block protests against Emmerson Mnangagwa

Zanu-PF party said in January it wanted to extend the president’s term in office by two years

2 days ago·Johannesburg, South Africa

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News24 | Nine Zimbabwean journalists detained and later released during the country's stayaway

Several activists, including nine journalists, were arrested in Harare during Monday's mass stayaway in Zimbabwe.

2 days ago·South Africa

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Zimbabwe protest: Harare shuts down as Blessed Geza calls for Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign

Many streets across Zimbabwe remained deserted and empty on the day of a planned protest.

2 days ago·United Kingdom

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Zimbabwe police deployed to block demonstrations against Mnangagwa

Police deployed heavily in Zimbabwe's capital and other cities on Monday, largely neutralising a call by veterans for protests against plans to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's rule.

2 days ago·Johannesburg, South Africa

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Zimbabwe police deploy to block demonstrations against Mnangagwa

HARARE - Police deployed heavily in Zimbabwe's capital and other cities on Monday, largely neutralising a call by veterans for massive protests against plans to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's rule.

2 days ago·Singapore

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