Zim situation worsening as Africa celebrates Human Rights Day

By Mthulisi Mathuthu:

Africa celebrated Human Rights Day on Monday, but according to a leading human rights organization Zimbabweans had little to celebrate as democracy continues to be undermined.

President Mugabe’s stepson re-invades mine, seizes gold

By Nomalanga Moyo:

Authorities at besieged Tolrose Gold Mine in Kadoma have turned to First Lady Grace Mugabe for help, after her son Russell Goreraza invaded the mine for the second time this month.

MDC revels in Vic Falls by-election win

By PINDAI DUBE:

VICTORIA FALLS – Morgan Tsvangirai’s MDC says it won the Victoria Falls by-election on Saturday under very difficult circumstances as police banned all their rallies and road shows.

I will fight for disability rights — Senator

She lost her left leg during a car accident and now uses a pair of crutches to maintain balance while doing her household and other chores.

Hwange workers intimidated to go back to work, without wages

By Tererai Karimakwenda:

Workers at Hwange Colliery, who have gone without wages for at least five months now, are reported to have ended their strike action that began last Friday, after managers advertised their positions as available and police violently disrupted their peaceful demonstration.