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Politics & Beyond

Politics and Beyond is the premier Zimbabwean political podcast where Christopher Farai Charamba, Tawanda Henry Biti and Upenyu Makoni-Matenga share their unique insights on trending political issues. The two host guests regularly and provide a concise and informative platform for anyone interested in the Zimbabwean political landscape as well as regional and international issues that affect Zimbabwe and Africa.
Weekly English Explicit Zimbabwe News Narrated by capital 26free
60 Episodes
4 – 24

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

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

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 46 min

The Road to Functionally Stupid Episode

Chris and Upenyu kick off the episode going through the week that was for President ED. They discuss their thoughts on the upcoming trip to Davos. Henry joins the conversation and the three weigh in on the inclusion of technocrats and the creation of think tanks in the new dispensation…
21 Jan 2018 50 min

The New Dispensation Episode

Chris and Henry kick off the year without Upenyu due to circumstances out of their control. Henry gives a rundown of his trip to Zimbabwe and the duo go on to discuss the new dispensation. The question ZACC's approach, the dearth of investigative journalism, what is going on with ZEC…
15 Jan 2018 56 min

The D Rate Cabinet Episode

Chris, Upenyu and Henry take a look at the recent cabinet appointments by President Mnangagwa. They discuss the issues of suitability of current Members of Parliament for executive offices and the likelihood of this Cabinet delivering economic returns where the previous administration has failed.
3 Dec 2017 50 min

The Bob out, ED in Episode

Zimbabwe has a new president. Chris, Upenyu and Henry take a look at RGM's resignation. They discuss President Mnangagwa's two speeches, the first when he returned to Zimbabwe and the second when he was inaugurated and question the legality of Ignatius Chombo's arrest.
26 Nov 2017 1 hr 10 min

The "coup-not-a-coup" Episode

Chris, Upenyu and Henry talk about the timelime of events leading up to the military intervention (read coup). They them look at the prospects of a a Mnangagwa presidency and a transitional government.
16 Nov 2017 56 min
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