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'Spotlight on Zimbabwe' explores the country’s chaotic opposition following the exit of CCC President Nelson Chamisa. In just under half a year, Chamisa's stance has shifted significantly, from relying on divine intervention for a positive 2023 election outcome for his CCC party, to proclaiming that God will facilitate change through a fresh entity. Following his resignation, he stated the Holy Spirit as his advisor. Chamisa's moves raise questions about the state of leadership in the country. Is Zimbabwe’s problem weak leadership from both government and opposition? Journalist Violet Gonda presents: ‘Chamisa says CCC you later’

'Spotlight on Zimbabwe' explores the country’s chaotic opposition following the exit of CCC President Nelson Chamisa. In just under half a year, Chamisa's stance has shifted significantly, from relying on divine intervention for a positive 2023 election outcome for his CCC party, to proclaiming that God will facilitate change through a fresh entity. Following his resignation, he stated the Holy Spirit as his advisor. Chamisa's moves raise questions about the state of leadership in the country. Is Zimbabwe’s problem weak leadership from both government and opposition? Journalist Violet Gonda presents: ‘Chamisa says CCC you later’

139,682 views • 2 years ago

Don't miss the exclusive interview with the outspoken politician, Temba Mliswa, on the Hot Seat programme hosted by Violet Gonda! Tune in to @OfficialVioletGonda’s YouTube channel this Wednesday at 6pm Zim time for a no-holds-barred discussion. Mliswa dives into the recent ZANU PF conference, the succession matter, and the hot topics of corruption involving the presidium, and the controversial businessman turned politician Kuda Tagwirei. #ExclusiveInterview #HotSeat #ZimbabwePolitics Sabhuku Temba P. Mliswa

Don't miss the exclusive interview with the outspoken politician, Temba Mliswa, on the Hot Seat programme hosted by Violet Gonda! Tune in to @OfficialVioletGonda’s YouTube channel this Wednesday at 6pm Zim time for a no-holds-barred discussion. Mliswa dives into the recent ZANU PF conference, the succession matter, and the hot topics of corruption involving the presidium, and the controversial businessman turned politician Kuda Tagwirei. #ExclusiveInterview #HotSeat #ZimbabwePolitics Sabhuku Temba P. Mliswa

43,846 views • 9 months ago

Spotlight on Zimbabwe Returns! Join journalist, Violet Gonda, as we delve into the heart of political drama at this week's Zanu PF annual conference. With Zimbabwe's leadership dance intensifying, everyone's eyes are locked on the one grand topic not up for discussion – Succession. Spotlight on Zimbabwe presents: “Frozen Agenda: Another ZANU PF ‘watershed’ conference” 🇿🇼✨ #SpotlightOnZimbabwe #ZanuPFConference2025

Spotlight on Zimbabwe Returns! Join journalist, Violet Gonda, as we delve into the heart of political drama at this week's Zanu PF annual conference. With Zimbabwe's leadership dance intensifying, everyone's eyes are locked on the one grand topic not up for discussion – Succession. Spotlight on Zimbabwe presents: “Frozen Agenda: Another ZANU PF ‘watershed’ conference” 🇿🇼✨ #SpotlightOnZimbabwe #ZanuPFConference2025

33,015 views • 10 months ago

Is Zimbabwe's Vice Presidency a case of "Always the Bridesmaid, Never the Bride?" Looking back at history, the path to the presidential race has never been straightforward. Out of the 9 Vice Presidents who have held office since its inception in December 1987, only one has transitioned to the Presidency. What are the prospects for VP Chiwenga to ascend to the highest office? Tune in to "VPs' Blues - Always the Bridesmaids" on the show 'Spotlight on Zimbabwe' with journalist Violet Gonda.

Is Zimbabwe's Vice Presidency a case of "Always the Bridesmaid, Never the Bride?" Looking back at history, the path to the presidential race has never been straightforward. Out of the 9 Vice Presidents who have held office since its inception in December 1987, only one has transitioned to the Presidency. What are the prospects for VP Chiwenga to ascend to the highest office? Tune in to "VPs' Blues - Always the Bridesmaids" on the show 'Spotlight on Zimbabwe' with journalist Violet Gonda.

23,537 views • 9 months ago

So ZANU PF is allowed parallel vote tabulation? Is Zimbabwe Republic Police going to raid the Shake-Shake building, confiscate all computers and arrest ZANU PF’s Patrick Chinamasa et al, like they did with the ERC Africa and ZESN election monitors? #ZimbabweDecides2023 #ZimbabweElections2023

So ZANU PF is allowed parallel vote tabulation? Is Zimbabwe Republic Police going to raid the Shake-Shake building, confiscate all computers and arrest ZANU PF’s Patrick Chinamasa et al, like they did with the ERC Africa and ZESN election monitors? #ZimbabweDecides2023 #ZimbabweElections2023

55,939 views • 3 years ago

Excerpt: Zim politician Temba Mliswa doesn’t hold back! 🔥 He claims Vice President Constantino Chiwenga lacks political capital in ZANU PF and is merely a soldier, not a politician. 😳🇿🇼 Watch the full interview on @ ‘OfficialVioletGonda’s YouTube channel 📺 and find out what else Mliswa had to say about the power dynamics in Zimbabwe! 🌟Sabhuku Temba P. Mliswa

Excerpt: Zim politician Temba Mliswa doesn’t hold back! 🔥 He claims Vice President Constantino Chiwenga lacks political capital in ZANU PF and is merely a soldier, not a politician. 😳🇿🇼 Watch the full interview on @ ‘OfficialVioletGonda’s YouTube channel 📺 and find out what else Mliswa had to say about the power dynamics in Zimbabwe! 🌟Sabhuku Temba P. Mliswa

20,137 views • 9 months ago

Appreciation post, plus CDE Chinoz’s video msg😅🙏🏿❤️✨ What a wild ride my 50th birthday turned out to be! 🎢🎉 My family and friends threw a spectacular surprise joint birthday bash for Gwen, my "twin" cousin-aunt, and me. Now, let me give you the inside scoop on this epic event. 😎 Picture this: two cousins, born just hours apart, celebrating half a century of life together! And it all started with our mothers going into labour at the same time and in the same house at my grandmother’s place; birthing us in the same hospital 50 years ago. 🏥👶🎉 Talk about a bond that can't be broken! You can imagine my surprise when I walked into the party venue on Saturday to find over 120 faces staring back at me! We laughed, we cried, we prayed, and oh boy, did we dance! 💃 But wait, there's more! I received special video messages from around the globe.🙏🏿👏🏿🌍❤️ Thank you to all my incredible family and friends who put their hearts and souls into making this celebration unforgettable. I couldn't possibly name you all, but know that you're deeply loved and appreciated. ❤️ And now for the grand finale: a surprise message from none other than Cde "Chinoz" Chinotimba! 😂😅 Yes, you heard that right. He sent a message both congratulating and scolding me (classic Chinoz, am I right?) about my reporting style. 📰🙉 In true "se mwana asina tsika" fashion, I just had to share this special video message from the ‘war veteran’ (see attached video) I can't forget to express my heartfelt appreciation for the outpouring of love and well wishes I received from all of you through various platforms – X, TikTok, Facebook, Messenger, WhatsApp, and more! Your thoughtful messages made my day even brighter. May God bless each and every one of you for making my 50th birthday an unforgettable celebration. 💖🙏

Appreciation post, plus CDE Chinoz’s video msg😅🙏🏿❤️✨ What a wild ride my 50th birthday turned out to be! 🎢🎉 My family and friends threw a spectacular surprise joint birthday bash for Gwen, my "twin" cousin-aunt, and me. Now, let me give you the inside scoop on this epic event. 😎 Picture this: two cousins, born just hours apart, celebrating half a century of life together! And it all started with our mothers going into labour at the same time and in the same house at my grandmother’s place; birthing us in the same hospital 50 years ago. 🏥👶🎉 Talk about a bond that can't be broken! You can imagine my surprise when I walked into the party venue on Saturday to find over 120 faces staring back at me! We laughed, we cried, we prayed, and oh boy, did we dance! 💃 But wait, there's more! I received special video messages from around the globe.🙏🏿👏🏿🌍❤️ Thank you to all my incredible family and friends who put their hearts and souls into making this celebration unforgettable. I couldn't possibly name you all, but know that you're deeply loved and appreciated. ❤️ And now for the grand finale: a surprise message from none other than Cde "Chinoz" Chinotimba! 😂😅 Yes, you heard that right. He sent a message both congratulating and scolding me (classic Chinoz, am I right?) about my reporting style. 📰🙉 In true "se mwana asina tsika" fashion, I just had to share this special video message from the ‘war veteran’ (see attached video) I can't forget to express my heartfelt appreciation for the outpouring of love and well wishes I received from all of you through various platforms – X, TikTok, Facebook, Messenger, WhatsApp, and more! Your thoughtful messages made my day even brighter. May God bless each and every one of you for making my 50th birthday an unforgettable celebration. 💖🙏

26,433 views • 2 years ago

I had the incredible honour of serving as the Master of Ceremonies at the inaugural global conference on Artificial Intelligence in Political Campaigns, held in Cape Town, South Africa this past week. With 130 delegates from almost 30 countries, I understand this event achieved two significant milestones: hosting the world's first political campaign expo and the first conference focused on AI in Political Campaigns. The conference explored pressing topics such as: - the role of AI in shaping modern political campaigns, - AI and big data in political campaigns, - navigating truth and deception in political communication in the AI era, - and the regulation of AI in political campaigns. These discussions shed light on Africa's readiness for this technological advancement and the unique challenges it presents, ensuring our continent's active participation in shaping the future of AI. It was particularly encouraging to see more than 20 African countries represented, including representatives of electoral management bodies and members of ruling and opposition parties all in one room. The theme of the conference was "Transforming Political Campaigns: How AI and Big Data Amplify Voter Engagement and Shape Political Campaigns in Africa". Supported by International IDEA, Afrobarometer, 22 @ Sloan, and Shikamo Political Advisory and Campaigns Services, the event brought together global experts in political campaigns, researchers and academics, policymakers, and tech giants to explore the potential of AI. The conference provided valuable insights into pressing issues and raised important questions regarding the regulation of a technology that is still developing; Africa's readiness to embrace AI; the impact of deepfake videos during elections especially in Africa; and the prioritisation of legislative efforts over adaptation to the African context - some attendees asked why people were more concerned with legislating the use of AI as opposed to adapting it to the African context and making it fit for purpose on the continent. With more than 60 elections taking place worldwide in 2024, including 24 in Africa, it promises to be an interesting year for electoral processes. The İPE initiative will continue, and we look forward to the next follow-up expo. So don’t miss IPE25 on the 23 & 24th January in Cape Town next year.

I had the incredible honour of serving as the Master of Ceremonies at the inaugural global conference on Artificial Intelligence in Political Campaigns, held in Cape Town, South Africa this past week. With 130 delegates from almost 30 countries, I understand this event achieved two significant milestones: hosting the world's first political campaign expo and the first conference focused on AI in Political Campaigns. The conference explored pressing topics such as: - the role of AI in shaping modern political campaigns, - AI and big data in political campaigns, - navigating truth and deception in political communication in the AI era, - and the regulation of AI in political campaigns. These discussions shed light on Africa's readiness for this technological advancement and the unique challenges it presents, ensuring our continent's active participation in shaping the future of AI. It was particularly encouraging to see more than 20 African countries represented, including representatives of electoral management bodies and members of ruling and opposition parties all in one room. The theme of the conference was "Transforming Political Campaigns: How AI and Big Data Amplify Voter Engagement and Shape Political Campaigns in Africa". Supported by International IDEA, Afrobarometer, 22 @ Sloan, and Shikamo Political Advisory and Campaigns Services, the event brought together global experts in political campaigns, researchers and academics, policymakers, and tech giants to explore the potential of AI. The conference provided valuable insights into pressing issues and raised important questions regarding the regulation of a technology that is still developing; Africa's readiness to embrace AI; the impact of deepfake videos during elections especially in Africa; and the prioritisation of legislative efforts over adaptation to the African context - some attendees asked why people were more concerned with legislating the use of AI as opposed to adapting it to the African context and making it fit for purpose on the continent. With more than 60 elections taking place worldwide in 2024, including 24 in Africa, it promises to be an interesting year for electoral processes. The İPE initiative will continue, and we look forward to the next follow-up expo. So don’t miss IPE25 on the 23 & 24th January in Cape Town next year.

27,155 views • 2 years ago

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