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Zimbabwe PM files lawsuit against President Mugabe
Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai (left) has filed a lawsuit against President Robert Mugabe (right) over the latter's appointment of provincial governors in October, which the PM says violated the constitution and the terms of a power-sharing deal.
By News Wires (text)
AP - Zimbabwe’s prime minister filed a lawsuit against President Robert Mugabe, alleging he violated the constitution and a power-sharing agreement.
Morgan Tsvangirai said Thursday he seeks annulment of Mugabe’s unilateral appointment of 10 provincial governors last month, which he alleged in court papers intentionally violated the constitution. He pointed out that the power-sharing agreement requires the president to consult with the prime minister before making key appointments, and that Mugabe did not.
The presidency did not immediately comment.
In October, Tsvangirai sent letters asking the United Nations, European Union and four nations not to recognize six ambassadors that he said Mugabe appointed without consulting him. The U.N. said it couldn’t disown Zimbabwe’s U.N. ambassador, but said it would urge full implementation of the power-sharing deal.
The coalition government was formed after disputed, violence-marred 2008 elections. But it is deeply divided, undermining its job of ushering in a new constitution and preparing for general elections.
Mugabe last month vowed to call elections next year to “bring an end” to the coalition with Tsvangirai, his longtime rival. He said a vote will be held even if constitutional reforms aren’t completed.
Mugabe was hailed as a liberation hero when he helped lead Zimbabwe to independence from Britain in 1980. But he has since been accused of holding onto power by jailing and beating dissenters.
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Comments (3)
jailing and beating
jailing and beating dissenters. for me thats all i have seen in africa, i don't know about President Robert Mugabe, but i think he should share the power with his right hand prime minister. May GOD have Mercy On You Sir And your Country.
Violation of Power sharing deal
Dear Prime Minister,
Fight hard for the betterness of the people of Zimbabwe. Mugabe is old and is sorrounded by people who are promoting self inerests not for the local people.
Strugle hard, the world is with you. We call upon President Zuma to help resolve the conflict and unite the people.
Power
Dear HE Mugabe, You are hero which you lead you country to freedom and will be a special hero, if you give your power to the next generation. I am sure that you will consider my comment. God bless you and your Country.
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