Election Time

There are rumours that a new election will be held this year. As with most news in Zimbabwe one has to rely on rumours for information. These rumours are on the other hand often subject to change. Decisions change from one day to another. According to the latest rumour elections are planned to be held this year following signs that the health of the President is deteriorating. ZANU-PF, who are also the first to deny rumours that the President is ailing, wish to see an election in the near future. Amongst most Zimbabweans on the other hand another election is far from desirable and a cause of fear and anxiety. The memories from the 2008 election remain fresh in mind and serve as a reminder of what another election might mean. The recent political and economic stability following the establishment of the transitional Government of National Unity and the introduction of multicurrencies has bought some continuity and hope for the future. Another election may on the other hand lead to increased violence and could potentially mean a return to the political and economic turmoil of the past. Zimbabwean, however, seem more interested in moving on with their lives than engaging in another election.