March 2002
Collision of Two Trains in Eastern Spain - 2002-03-31
Two passenger trains collided in eastern Spain, leading to at least 4 deaths and 90 injuries. The accident took place at Torre de Embarral station,…
Zimbabwe General Strike Was Not Successful - 2002-03-22
The general strike in Zimbabwe failed to gain traction amid ongoing tensions from a disputed election that saw Robert Mugabe remain in power. The strike…
President Mugabe's Retaliation Against His Political Rival - 2002-03-21
The U.S. condemned Zimbabwe's indictment of opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai for treason, viewing it as President Mugabe's political retaliation. This development follows the Commonwealth's suspension…
Summons of the Defeated Opposition Leader
Morgan Tsvangirai, the opposition leader in Zimbabwe, has been summoned to court on charges of treason related to an alleged assassination plot against President Mugabe.…
Morgan Tsvangirai's Views on Negotiations with Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-19
Morgan Tsvangirai, the opposition leader in Zimbabwe, claims that dialogue with President Robert Mugabe is currently impossible due to government-initiated violence against political activists. This…
Negotiation of Leaders from South Africa, Nigeria, and Australia Regarding Possible Sanctions Against Zimbabwe - 2002-03-19
Leaders from South Africa, Nigeria, and Australia are convening in London to discuss potential sanctions against Zimbabwe's government following allegations of electoral fraud by President…
African Leaders' Negotiations with Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-19
African leaders from Nigeria and South Africa met with Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai to discuss the disputed presidential elections in Zimbabwe. Mugabe was sworn…
Robert Mugabe's Oath of Loyalty - 2002-03-16
Robert Mugabe was sworn in for his sixth term as President of Zimbabwe amid allegations of election fraud and repression of opposition supporters. The Canadian…
Controversial Victory of Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-15
Robert Mugabe has enacted a restrictive press law following his disputed election victory, which has faced condemnation from Western nations. South Africa is pushing for…
Kofi Annan: People of Zimbabwe Should Not Resort to Violence - 2002-03-14
Kofi Annan called on the people of Zimbabwe to avoid violence following a disputed election that saw President Mugabe declared the winner. Morgan Tsvangirai, Mugabe's…
Britain Rejects Zimbabwe Presidential Election - 2002-03-14
Britain has rejected the legitimacy of Zimbabwe's presidential election that led to Robert Mugabe's victory, citing voter suppression. The Commonwealth observers have condemned the election,…
Kofi Annan Urges People of Zimbabwe Not to Resort to Violence - 2002-03-14
Kofi Annan called on Zimbabweans to avoid violence following a disputed election where President Mugabe was declared the winner. Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai rejected the…
Mugabe Secures Fifty-Five Percent of Votes
Robert Mugabe won the Zimbabwean presidential election with 55% of the votes against Morgan Tsvangirai's 41%. The election was marred by allegations of misconduct, which…
Vote Counting in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-13
Independent observers have condemned the recent presidential elections in Zimbabwe as fundamentally flawed, while election officials continue to count votes. The main contenders were current…
Vote Counting in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-12
Vote counting is underway in Zimbabwe's presidential election, with Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai as the main contenders. Welshman Ncube, a senior opposition figure, has…
Long Lines in Zimbabwe for Election Participation - 2002-03-11
Voting continues on the final day of Zimbabwe's presidential election, with long lines expected and significant delays for voters. Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai accuses President…
Election Results in Zimbabwe Unclear - 2002-03-11
The election results in Zimbabwe remain unclear as Morgan Tsvangirai, the opposition leader, casts his vote amid allegations of insufficient polling stations and slow voting…
Voting Period Extended in Zimbabwe
The Supreme Court of Zimbabwe has extended the voting period for a third day due to many voters being unable to cast their ballots. Morgan…
Mugabe's Opponents Demand Extension of Voting Period to Compensate for Delays - 2002-03-10
On the final day of Zimbabwe's presidential elections, long voter lines are anticipated due to high turnout and insufficient polling stations. Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai…
Zimbabweans Welcome Elections - 2002-03-10
Zimbabweans are actively participating in presidential elections, with significant voter turnout as opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai challenges long-time President Robert Mugabe. Despite reports of intimidation…
America Condemns Mugabe's Election Tactics - 2002-03-10
Voting has commenced in Zimbabwe's presidential election amid violent campaigning between Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai. The U.S. has condemned Mugabe's tactics, accusing his government…
End of Election Campaigns in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-09
Voters in Zimbabwe are casting their ballots today in a tense election marked by violence and intimidation. Current President Robert Mugabe is facing a strong…
Election Campaigns in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-09
The election campaigns in Zimbabwe are concluding amid accusations of electoral theft and violence. President Robert Mugabe and opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai are both confident…
Zimbabwean President Says He Will Not Allow Opposition Party to Win Elections
Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe declared he will prevent the opposition from winning the upcoming presidential elections. He acknowledged past negligence but asserted he is now…
Elections in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-05
President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe has declared his intent to prevent the opposition from winning the upcoming presidential elections. He acknowledges that his party has…
Mugabe Calls for Calm in Elections - 2002-03-04
Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai are campaigning ahead of the March 9 elections in Zimbabwe. Mugabe advocates for peaceful elections, while Tsvangirai promotes racial and…
Resignation of a Zimbabwean Supreme Court Judge
Ahmad Ibrahim, a Supreme Court judge in Zimbabwe, has resigned after declaring the new electoral law invalid, which limited election observers' rights. His resignation follows…
Police Attack Main Opposition Party in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-02
The main opposition party in Zimbabwe has accused the police of violently raiding their offices, resulting in injuries to members. This incident occurs ahead of…