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15th March 2023 - Russia RT Today
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This is an interesting perspective that could possibly benefit most Zimbabweans, PROVIDED that Zanu PF acted like a proper Government {a big ask indeed, their past performance would suggest all they are seeking is new methods to continue with "DEM LOOT"} However, given the emerging banking crisis in the USA, the weakening USD - this would tie Zimbabwe's currency with the SA Rand and the Chinese Renimbi - attractive ideas {with due regard to the debts to the Chinese! BUT -- IF CARRIED OUT WITH THE NATION'S and CITIZEN'S BEST INTERESTS!! |
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18th March 2023: Comments by John Burke, ZHRO with his Economist hat on! |
The central banks of Russia and Zimbabwe should establish settlements in local currencies and look at opportunities for securing trade in gold reserves, the speaker of the Zimbabwean ruling party ZANU-PF,
Christopher Mutsvangwa, told RIA Novosti on Wednesday {15th March 2023}.
The southern African country has been under Western sanctions for 22 years, the official noted, adding that curbs imposed on Russia should not handicap trade between the two countries. Earlier this year, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that Russia and countries in Africa were developing a cooperation strategy to replace the US dollar and the euro in settlements, adding that the parties were preparing documents on rearranging the mechanism of cooperation under Western sanctions.
“Our banks should find a way to make the Russian ruble and the Zimbabwean dollar freely convertible. {Only if their valuations are compatable JB ZHRO} Also, our countries both have rich gold reserves.{again, let them do this for the Nation not the elite within Zanu PF JB ZHRO} We are among the top seven countries in terms of gold mining, and production volumes are growing. We are now mining 35 tons per year, but we could mine all 50. So we could think about securing our trade in gold reserves,” {to be fair that is a good idea - but contingent on previous comments JB ZHRO}
Mutsvangwa suggested. Russia wants to trade with African countries in local currencies – Lavrov
The official went on to say that “nothing could derail” trade between Moscow and Harare, noting that China, India, and Middle Eastern nations were also moving towards abandoning the dollar in settlements.
The politician also proposed establishing more banks that use alternative payment systems to replace the West’s SWIFT messaging system. He noted that trade in dollars was “a limiting factor” adding that Russia and African nations should set up “more banks outside of the US-run global SWIFT banking system.”
Moscow has been steadily pursuing a policy of de-dollarization in foreign trade. In recent years, Russia and some of its trade partners, including India and China, have been ramping up the use of domestic currencies in mutual settlements in an effort to move away from the dollar and euro.
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The 'team' that went in through the 'secure gates' of Downing Street, got to spend some time within the confines of the domain of the Prime Minister - and next door the Chancellor. The petitioners were subjected to intense ID checks, with bags and equipment X-ray'd. The petition itself was signed by 5 CCC members and Chief F Ndiweni as the petitioners, with several other supporters signing the overall written document. The full petition is available as a download HERE
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Organisation and Position |
Electronic Signature |
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MyRight2Vote and Traditional Ndebele Traditional Leader |
yes |
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Nontokozo Malaba Ncube |
CCC Newcastle Branch Secretary |
yes |
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Diana Machinguata |
CCC Manchester Branch Communications Secretary for Youth Assembly |
yes |
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Vengai Mutsawu |
CCC Manchester Branch Vice Secretary |
yes |
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Lloyd Shumbayaonda |
CCC Manchester Branch Vice Treasurer |
yes |
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William Shoriwa |
CCC Manchester Branch Committee Member |
yes |
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| Handing Over the Petition to the Resident Officers |
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| About to Hand over the 18 page, evidence based arguments put to the UK Prime Minister and his Civil Servants, recommending Freedom for Job Sikhala after 275 days in jail {today the 16th March 2023} |
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| Nontokozo Malaba Ncube and Diana Machinguata enjoying their time at the number 10 door with one of the female Police Diplomatic Officers |
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| Vengai Mutsawu, Chief Felix Nhlanhla Ndiweni and Lloyd Shumbayaonda showing the petition in its protective sleeve prior to the hand over |
The importance of these interactions at the top level of British politics cannot be over emphasised, Last year we managed to secure vital discussions with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, due to a similar petition presentation. This time around we anticipate further traction in the UK, EU, UN arena's - to see if democracy could be attempted within Zimbabwe!
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The question asked of AI {Artificial Intelligence} ""Will the elections in Zimbabwe in August 2023 be free fair and without violence?""- As an AI language model, I cannot predict future events or outcomes with certainty. The conduct of elections and the prevention of violence depend on various factors, including the actions of political leaders, the effectiveness of electoral systems, the involvement of civil society organizations, and the behavior of citizens.
- However, I can provide some information about the context surrounding Zimbabwe's upcoming elections. In the past, Zimbabwe has experienced electoral violence, including during the 2008 presidential election, which resulted in a power-sharing agreement between the two main parties.
- In recent years, there have been some positive developments towards creating a more conducive environment for free and fair elections in Zimbabwe. For example, the country's new constitution, adopted in 2013, includes provisions for the independence of the electoral commission and the inclusion of international observers. {But this is being ignored by Zanu PF}
- However, there are still concerns about the level of political violence, intimidation, and harassment in the country, as well as issues with voter registration and the management of electoral processes. It will be important for the government, political parties, civil society organizations, and citizens to work together to address these issues and ensure that the elections are conducted in a free, fair, and peaceful manner.
In conclusion, the conduct of elections in Zimbabwe and the prevention of violence is a complex issue that depends on various factors. While there have been some positive developments in recent years, there are still concerns about the level of violence and the management of electoral processes. It will be important for all stakeholders to work together to address these issues and ensure that the elections are conducted in a free, fair, and peaceful manner. Answer by AI Bot
These are the limitations of ChatGPT - an AI Project:
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Introduction
The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) final delimitation report gazetted by President Mnangagwa on the 20th of February 2023 can best be understood as a ZANU PF scheme for maintaining a two-thirds majority in Parliament.
Three observations in the ZEC’s final delimitation report corroborate this argument.
First is that, ZEC deliberately applies 2007/8 total seats per province as its basis in coming up with the 2023 framework for allocating constituencies and sticks to its erroneous application of section 161(6). There is no justifiable reason for adopting this framework other than the desire to avoid loss of constituencies from ZANU PF stronghold provinces needed to secure a two-thirds majority in Parliament.
Second is that, ZEC disregarded adult population dynamics per province presented in the 2022 census when it allocated constituencies per province. If it was used, 7 seats were going to be transferred from ZANU PF stronghold provinces to the opposition stronghold provinces.
Third is that, ZEC disregarded registered voter proportions per province in the total national voter population in coming up with its constituency allocation framework. If they were used as basis for allocating constituencies per province, 3 constituencies were going to be transferred from ZANU PF stronghold provinces to opposition stronghold provinces.
The purpose of delimitation is to ensure proportional representation of the adult population per province in Parliament. The ZEC delimitation report defeats this purpose. ZEC states on page ix that delimitation seeks to ensure equality of voting strength determined by the number of “registered voters”.
However, an analysis of the total number of seats (constituencies) allocated per province shows that ZEC accepted this objective of delimitation but acted the opposite way through manipulation and gerrymandering. Source ZDI Trust Zimbabwe
Read more: ZEC Delimitation: A ZANU PF Two-Thirds Majority Scheme
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Zimbabwe Opposition Eyes Election Victory Despite Fears of Rigging
Source: Bloomberg
# Chamisa says manipulation of results won’t be allowed to stand # CCC would reform currency regime, tackle graft, trim cabinet
Nelson Chamisa, the leader of Zimbabwe’s main opposition party, said he’s confident of an emphatic win in upcoming elections despite concerns of a possible repetition of the violence and irregularities that have plagued every vote since 2000.
The contest will likely take place in July or August, and Chamisa, 45, will be the presidential candidate for the Citizens Coalition for Change, or CCC, which was formed last year. He’ll present the biggest challenge to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 80, who leads the ruling Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front and is running for a second five-year term.
The elections come at a time when the southern African nation is mired in the latest in a series of economic crises. Its currency has lost 86% of its value over the past year and even more on the black market, the inflation rate stands at 230% and millions of its citizens have emigrated because they can’t make a living.
Still, Zanu-PF has retained power since independence in 1980 despite widespread public anger over bouts of hyperinflation and shortages of food and fuel, with Western nations alleging that it has stolen a series of elections over the past two decades. The ruling party has denied wrongdoing
“Mnangagwa is panicking,” Chamisa said in an interview last week. “The crocodile is feeling the boiling water, and we will continue to turn the heat on,” he said referring to the president’s nickname, which he got from his role in the country’s liberation struggle in the 1960s and 1970s.