Positing Scenarios for Post 2008 Elections in Zimbabwe: What Would Power Alternation Mean for Zimbabwe?
The report discusses potential post-election scenarios in Zimbabwe and their implications for democracy and power alternation.
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Report location: | source |
Language: | English |
Publisher: |
Institute for Security Studies |
Authors: | Dr Annie Barbara Chikwanha |
Geographic focus: | Zimbabwe, Africa |
Methods
The research method involved analyzing the political landscape of Zimbabwe, particularly in the context of the 2008 elections. It included an assessment of historical trends, governance indicators, human security data, and the potential impact of various post-election scenarios.
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Key Insights
The report examines the potential outcomes of the 2008 elections in Zimbabwe, focusing on the implications of power alternation for the country's democratic transition. It questions whether the elections will lead to the restoration of democracy or the consolidation of a local version of it. The report explores the hesitancy in announcing electoral outcomes, the fear of power alternation, and the possibility of a democratic transition without it. It discusses the yearning of Zimbabwean citizens for deep democracy, the distinction between personal and party rule, and the role of political parties. The report also addresses the challenges of holding together a precarious state, destroying conspiratorial politics, and designing a blueprint for economic recovery. It emphasizes the importance of power alternation for improving governance, reducing patronage, and establishing the rule of law. The report highlights the need for dialogue in Zimbabwean politics and assesses the impact of political developments on human security, including health and food shortages. It presents several scenarios for the country's future and reflects on the lessons learned from international interventions and sanctions.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: Africa geographic scope | English publication language | Zimbabwe geographic scope | democracy | economic recovery | elections | governance | human security | international intervention | political dialogue | politics | power alternation | rule of law | sanctions | voting | zimbabwe