Originally published in Christian Today The general secretary of the Zimbabwe Council of Churches has called for calm after violence yesterday claimed the lives of at least three people in the aftermath of a disputed election. Soldiers patrolled the streets of Harare today after the clashes that dashed President Emmerson […]
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Zimbabwe opposition looks to heaven as it tries to topple Zanu PF
The Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) Alliance has declared a week of prayer and fasting as it searches for a miracle to topple Zanu PF from power. The alliance‚ according to Nelson Chamisa‚ will also on election eve hold an all-night prayer vigil. It will mark a grand finale […]
Church promoting peace with event featuring all Zimbabwe presidential candidates
Originally published in Daily News Zimbabwe The Church is convening an interface meeting of all presidential candidates aimed at fostering peace ahead of the crunch July 30 elections in Zimbabwe. The meeting is scheduled for the Jesuit-run Arrupe College in Mt Pleasant tomorrow. Running under the theme “Promoting Peace and […]
As Zimbabwe election approaches, Christian leaders stress peace, civility
Originally published in Catholic News Agency Christian leaders in Zimbabwe are stressing the need for civility and a peaceful transition as the country prepares for a major presidential election next month. Leaders from different Christian groups met on May 28-30 in the capital city of Harare for a conference themed […]