Politics & Beyond

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.

3 Mar 2019 31 min

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.

9 Sep 2018 1 hr 01 min

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.

12 Aug 2018 1 hr 33 min

#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.

26 Jul 2018 1 hr 22 min

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 Afrobarometer's survey on what the outcome of the Zimbabwean 2018…

18 Jul 2018 44 min

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.

16 Jun 2018 1 hr 30 min

The Yellow Campaign episode

This week in an insightful episode Upenyu chats with Fadzayi Mahere about her campaign, vision for Zimbabwe and legislative agenda.

8 Jun 2018 38 min

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.

29 May 2018 1 hr 03 min

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.

12 May 2018 1 hr 28 min

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.

4 May 2018 1 hr 11 min

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…

28 Apr 2018 1 hr 25 min

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.

4 Apr 2018 53 min

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 discussing MDC-Khupe and…

26 Mar 2018 52 min

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.

12 Mar 2018 54 min

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.

19 Feb 2018 46 min

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.

19 Feb 2018 43 min

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…

11 Feb 2018 1 hr 03 min

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 forward.

3 Feb 2018 31 min

The Opposition Episode - Part 1: The MDC