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Politics & Beyond
by Capital26Free
Politics and Beyond is the premier Zimbabwean political podcast where Kudakwashe Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba share their unique insights on trending political issues. The two host guests regularly and provide a concise and informative platform for anyone interested in the Zimbabwean political landscape as well as regional and international issues that affect Zimbabwe and Africa.
Episodes
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Pan-African Dreams: Dangote's Investment in Zimbabwe
Join hosts Kudakwashe Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba as they delve into the intricate dynamics of African politics and economics. This episode explores Dangote's significant investment in Zimbabwe, the implications of the G20 Summit for Africa, and the African Union's role in regional politics....
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Project 2030: A Controversial Push for Power
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…
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Betting, Brothels, and Bars: The Social Impact
In this episode, Kuda Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba discuss the political landscape in Zimbabwe and beyond, focusing on the African Free Trade Agreement, the rise of gambling in Africa, and the need for regulation. They also compare the political leadership of Nelson Chamisa and Venezuelan...
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Palestine a step closer to statehood? + Why does Africa elect old men!
Kuda and Tafadzwa discuss the significance of some European nations recognizing the Palestinian state during the UN General Assembly, and the broader implications of the lack of added actions such as sanctions to stop the genocide by Israel. They then explore the victory of Peter Mutharika in...
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End of ZIDERA Sanctions?: Zimbabwe's Diplomatic Chessboard
Kuda and Tafadzwa delve into the intricate world of Zimbabwe's diplomatic landscape, focusing on the enduring impact of US Imposed Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act (ZIDERA) sanctions. Join them as they explore the historical context, current developments, and future implications of…
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Zimbabwe's Hyper Inflation Mini-Series: Episode 2: Land Reform and Gideon Gono
“THE BLAIR THAT I KNOW IS A TOILET!” This episode of Politics and Beyond is the second in the series on Zimbabwe’s Hyperinflation history. Picking up the conversation from 2000, this conversation delves into the complex interplay between Zimbabwe's land reform program and the hyperinflation…
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Land Tenure System and Monetary Policy
In this episode, Kuda Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba discuss the political landscape in Zimbabwe, focusing on the implications of the SADC chairmanship, the new land tenure system, and the role of government in economic policy. They explore the potential benefits and challenges of title deeds for...
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Rebased, Reviewed & Tariffed: Zimbabwe’s Budget Meets Trump’s Trade Wars
In this episode, Kuda and Tafadzwa unpack Zimbabwe’s mid-term budget review — from a rebased $45.7 billion economy and surprising 6% growth to budget allocations that raise eyebrows, like 116% spending on infrastructure budget allocation but only 16% on ICT in the AI era. They go on to explore…
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Zimbabwe's Hyper Inflation Mini-Series: Episode 1-Impact of Black Friday 1997
This conversation delves into the political and economic history of Zimbabwe, focusing on the significant event known as Black Friday, which marked the beginning of hyperinflation in the country. The discussion explores the implications of government decisions, particularly the payment to war...
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The Sables: Race and Brand Zimbabwe
In this episode, Kuda Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba discuss various pressing issues in Zimbabwe, including the recent tragedy that claimed 17 lives, the economic implications of US tariffs, and the significance of the Zimbabwe rugby team's qualification for the World Cup. They delve into the...
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The Impact of GDP Rebasing in Zimbabwe
In this episode, Kuda Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba delve into the political and economic landscape of Zimbabwe, focusing on the recent rebasing of the GDP and its implications. They discuss the role of the informal economy, the significance of GDP figures for government policy, and the…
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Is God Still In It for Chamisa's Party or Movement? Kagame and Western Guilt
In this episode of Politics and Beyond, hosts Kuda Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba explore the political landscape in Zimbabwe and beyond. They discuss the implications of colonialism through a hypothetical Martian scenario, the differences between political movements and parties, and the…
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Elon Musk vs Donald Trump, Tagwireyi Tenders, Corruption and Cars.
In this episode, Kuda and Tafadzwa discuss the recent fallout between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, and the implications of government spending and debt in the US. They explore the differences between state capitalism in China and the USA, the economic context of Zimbabwe, and the pervasive issue…
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Trump and Israel bullying The World, UZ Strikes and Co-opting Social Forces.
Tafadzwa and Kuda analyze the United States and Israel's bombing of Iran, what it means for the world and whether if this is what informed Zimbabwe's decision to start the process to Join BRICS. They then speak on the UZ lecturer strikes fighting their paltry monthly salary of $230 and what it...
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From The Beyond...
After a hiatus, the P&B podcast is back with new faces taking the reins from previous co-hosts, Chris and Henry. Taking over the microphones are Kuda Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba. Join them on this episode as both the old and new guard provide context on why they believe in the power of…
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The "Understanding the Zimbabwe Monetary Policy 2019" Episode
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe introduced the RTGS Dollar during the monetary policy statement in February. Chris Charamba is joined by Michelina Chindiya and Sean Bvurere to discuss the implications of this on the economy and the people of Zimbabwe. The · Facebook page · Twitter Page
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Behold the new cabinet
Henry and Chris have a succinct look at Zimbabwe's new cabinet. The pros , the cons the wins the loses the technocrats and the dead wood. They also tackle the opposition and their prospects, as well as a brief look at the legislature and its potential. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The post election episode.
we delve into the election how it was run and how the results where announced. While the election seems like a lifetime ago given the tragic post election crackdown we speak on the elections as an event and ZEC as an institution. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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#ZimbabweDecides The Pre-Election episode
Chris and Henry provide a not so brief analysis of the upcoming Zimbabwean elections. They speak on ZEC, They speak on how President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Nelson Chamisa and have run their campaigns. They also delve into some parliamentary predictions. Enjoy and happy voting. Facebook page ·...
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Guest Episode : Could Afrobarometer be wrong about Nelson ft Richard Mahomva & Dr Nkululeko Sibanda
Rabson Isaac Shoes Lambada (Crisis Coalition )and Simbarashe Moyo (Combined Harare Residents Association) are guest hosts of Politics and Beyond. On the episode they quiz Nelson Chamisa's spokesperson Dr Nkululeko Sibanda and Political analyst Richard Mahomva about the credibility of...
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Candidates: the good, the bad, and the others
Nomination court has closed and the candidates are in for the 2018 election. Chris and Henry go through the long list of presidential hopefuls. They discuss the state of the grand coalition and critique ZEC over the voter’s roll. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The Yellow Campaign episode
This week in an insightful episode Upenyu chats with Fadzayi Mahere about her campaign, vision for Zimbabwe and legislative agenda. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The 30 days and counting episode
In this episode Chris and Henry, speak on what has been making headlines in the lead up to elections. Terrance Mukupe and his shenanigans the "leaked video" by Professor Jonathan Moyo. Saviour Kasukweres' return home and Jessie Majome and the MDC primaries. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The Manifestos in Harare and Trains in London Episode
Chris and Henry take a look at the Zanu-PF manifesto which launched recently. They discuss the re-run of Zanu-PF primary elections. The two then move to looking at Nelson Chamisa's trip to the UK and some of the comments that he made. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The Million Dollar Per Kilo Episode
Chris and Henry review the Zanu-PF primary election results. They discuss Temba Mliswa's crusade against corruption and his interview with Ruvheneko. The two also highlight the danger of Chamisa's wild statements and close with some philosophical musings. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The Pedestrian Opinions Episode
Primary season is upon us. Chris and Henry, weigh in on the Zanu-PF and MDC primaries. They discuss what the different contestations mean for the future of both parties. The two then take a look at Prof Jonathan Moyo's article in the Zim Independent and close of with some Beyond from the Koreas....
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The If It Quacks Like a Party Episode
There's a new political outfit in Zimbabwe called POVO. Chris and Henry discuss their chances and whether they are truly independent or not. The two talk about President Mnangagwa's trip to China and assess the implications of the MDC primary elections. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The Jetsetter President Episode
Chris and Henry are back to discuss President Mnangagwa's recent trips to Abidjan, Ivory Coast and Kigali, Rwanda. They question the new administration's priorities in light of the doctor's strike. The two delve into the feasibility of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area and round up by...
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The Past, Present and Potential Future Episode
This week Chris and Henry discuss the activities of former President RG Mugabe, current President ED Mnangagwa and presidential aspirant Nelson Chamisa. They question their motives and what implications these have for the forthcoming elections. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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Requiem for Dr Morgan Richard Tsvangirai - Part 2
In this episode Chris, Upenyu and Henry reflect on the life and legacy of the late leader of the opposition and former Prime Minister Morgan Richard Tsvangirai. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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Requiem for Dr Morgan Richard Tsvangirai - Part 1
In this episode Chris, Upenyu and Henry reflect on the life and legacy of the late leader of the opposition and former Prime Minister Morgan Richard Tsvangirai. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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Will the Real Acting President Please Stand Up
This week Chris, Upenyu and Henry try to unpack the factionalism within the MDC. Who is the real acting president and how will they resolve their leadership crisis? Upenyu goes on a rant about the alleged $3 billion of FDI and the three discuss the comments made by the new Chairperson of ZEC...
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The Opposition Episode - Part 2: The Others
The long-awaited opposition episode is here. Chris, Upenyu and Henry share their thoughts on the MDC and other opposition parties in Zimbabwe. Chris and Upenyu take a critical stance to the MDC, while Henry offers the counter position on leadership, primaries and what they need to do going…
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The Opposition Episode - Part 1: The MDC
The long-awaited opposition episode is here. Chris, Upenyu and Henry share their thoughts on the MDC and other opposition parties in Zimbabwe. Chris and Upenyu take a critical stance to the MDC, while Henry offers the counter position on leadership, primaries and what they need to do going…
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The Road to Functionally Stupid Episode
Chris and Upenyu kick off the episode going through the week that was for President ED. They discuss their thoughts on the upcoming trip to Davos. Henry joins the conversation and the three weigh in on the inclusion of technocrats and the creation of think tanks in the new dispensation. They…
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The New Dispensation Episode
Chris and Henry kick off the year without Upenyu due to circumstances out of their control. Henry gives a rundown of his trip to Zimbabwe and the duo go on to discuss the new dispensation. The question ZACC's approach, the dearth of investigative journalism, what is going on with ZEC and the…
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The D Rate Cabinet Episode
Chris, Upenyu and Henry take a look at the recent cabinet appointments by President Mnangagwa. They discuss the issues of suitability of current Members of Parliament for executive offices and the likelihood of this Cabinet delivering economic returns where the previous administration has failed....
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The Bob out, ED in Episode
Zimbabwe has a new president. Chris, Upenyu and Henry take a look at RGM's resignation. They discuss President Mnangagwa's two speeches, the first when he returned to Zimbabwe and the second when he was inaugurated and question the legality of Ignatius Chombo's arrest. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The "coup-not-a-coup" Episode
Chris, Upenyu and Henry talk about the timelime of events leading up to the military intervention (read coup). They them look at the prospects of a a Mnangagwa presidency and a transitional government. Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The "Deficits in Vic falls, Dambudzo in Forbes" Episode
Chris, Upenyu and Henry take a brief look at the events of the past week related to former Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa's firing. They then focus on the pre-budget seminar held by the Finance Minister Ignatius "Sisqo" Chombo in Vic Falls and round off with an update on Martha's case.…
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The "There is a Goblin in my Tweet" Episode.
Upenyu and Henry discuss the arrest of Martha O'Donovan the charges laid against her, and whether she really is the one that tweeted that [Redacted] was a goblin, they try make sense of it all. To conclude they move onto, the recent interface in Bulawayo, and what has been called the end of the...
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The "It’s Been a Year" Episode
Chris and Henry realised that it’s been a year since they started the podcast. They discuss some of the highlights from the Zim political space, Upenyu joined to update on the parliament strike. Chris and Hengy then go down memory lane and talk about their highs and lows in the past year and what...
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The "Cabinet Reshuffle" Episode ft Dr Miles Tendi
With the cabinet reshuffle announced on Monday, Chris, Henry and Upenyu are joined by academic Dr Miles Tendi to unpack the new look executive. They touch on what the new appointees bring to the portfolio, why the reshuffle happened and who the biggest winners and losers of the whole affair are....
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The "Plot at the Plot" Episode:
The podcast this week begins with Upenyu’s round up of the week in Parly and Chris rounding up the economic highlights. This is quickly followed by a look at the battle lines drawn between the Vice Presidents. The podcast takes a speculative turn when it discusses the cabinet reshuffle and its...
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The "Speculation" Episode
Upenyu Chris and Henry are back this week they tackle the return of President Mugabe, and his two most recent speeches, with speculation on whom "the judas" in the government is. The trio speak on Pastor Evans week in the courts Linda Masairas purple campaign and the events in PDP and the...
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The "Price of Lotion" Episode
With things in Zimbabwe returning to an eerily familiar hyperinflationary period, Chris, Henry and Upenyu unpack what is happening with the economy and what can be done to fix it. They talk about the first week of voter registration and discuses Hon Temba Mliswa’s speech in parliament. The three...
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The "Register To Vote" Episode
Voter registration has opened in Zimbabwe bringing the 2018 election ever closer. Chris, Henry and Upenyu discuss the controversies around registration thus far, they look at the state of affairs within Zanu-PF and following his airlifting to South Africa question what would happen to the…
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The "Opposition Parties Can Be Violent Too" Episode ft Takura Zhangazha
Chris and Upenyu chat with Political Activist Takura Zhangazha about the implications of Dr Amai Mugabe's diplomatic immunity, MDC violence in Bulawayo and media freedom Facebook page · Twitter Page
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The "Pan-African news round up" Episode ft Tonderai Mudambo
Chris, Henry and Upenyu are joined by blogger Tonderai Mudambo , a law graduate and author of The Young African blog. Together , they do a round up of the news. With the Kenyan elections and President Jacob Zuma's survival of a vote of no confidence being top of the agenda. Locally they discuss...
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The "Three Million Votes" Episode ft Dr Nkosana Moyo
Chis, Henry and Upenyu are joined by Dr Nkosana Moyo president of newly formed APA and presidential candidate. In this in depth episode they delve into his campaign strategy, his political ideologies. An episode not to be missed with one of the most intriguing presidential candidates. Facebook…
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Politics and Beyond is the premier Zimbabwean political podcast where Kudakwashe Manjonjo and Tafadzwa Kwaramba share their unique insights on trending political issues. The two host guests regularly and provide a concise and informative platform for anyone interested in the Zimbabwean political landscape as well as regional and international issues that affect Zimbabwe and Africa.
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