Politics & Beyond

The "Opposition Parties Can Be Violent Too" Episode ft Takura Zhangazha

Chris and Upenyu chat with Political Activist Takura Zhangazha about the implications of Dr Amai Mugabe's diplomatic immunity, MDC violence in Bulawayo and media freedom

28 Aug 2017 1 hr 06 min

The "Pan-African news round up" Episode ft Tonderai Mudambo

Chris, Henry and Upenyu are joined by blogger Tonderai Mudambo , a law graduate and author of The Young African blog. Together , they do a round up of the news. With the Kenyan elections and President Jacob Zuma's survival of a vote of no confidence being top of the…

15 Aug 2017 1 hr 05 min

The "Three Million Votes" Episode ft Dr Nkosana Moyo

Chis, Henry and Upenyu are joined by Dr Nkosana Moyo president of newly formed APA and presidential candidate. In this in depth episode they delve into his campaign strategy, his political ideologies. An episode not to be missed with one of the most intriguing presidential candidates.

7 Aug 2017 1 hr 21 min

The Mhanya ne Bhiza Episode ft Dr Noah Manyika

Chris and Henry are joined by Presidential aspirant from Build Zimbabwe Alliance, Dr Noah Manyika. They speak on the ideology of this party, what he thinks is important to turn around Zimbabwe and how he rates his chances in the 2018 elections

27 Jul 2017 1 hr 07 min

The Political Winter is Here Episode Feat Upenyu Makoni-Matenga

Chris and Henry are this week joined by Upenyu Makoni-Matenga and the three immediately delve into the political winter that if facing ex-Zanu-PF official Didymus Mutasa. They ask what ZEC needs $274 million for and discuss what comes first, the man or the military in Zanu-PF factionalism. The three round…

19 Jul 2017 1 hr 05 min

The Big Magaisa Episode feat Dr Alex Magaisa

Chris and Henry are joined by Dr Alex Magaisa a lawyer who was part of the constitutional making process and was an advisor to Morgan Tsvangirai when he was Prime Minister. They spoke about the Zimbabwe constitution, prospects for political parties in 2018 and the role of the Internet in…

12 Jul 2017 57 min

The Gov-Enhance Episode feat Zuwa Matondo

Rest in Peace Cde Chinx, what makes a real national hero. Chris, Henry and Zuwa Matondo from Gov-Enhance Africa discuss “a more efficient cabinet”, Zuwa walks them through Gov-Enhance Africa, their work in Senegal and other African countries. They talk about how the youth involvement in gorvenance in Africa differs…

26 Jun 2017 1 hr 08 min

Do GOOD business people make Good Political Leaders?

Chris and Henry are this week joined by Chris Chenga and discuss a variety of things happening in the political week. Why is Prof Moyo exposing his emails? Is it right for Councils to spruce up the city when the President is rolling in? What does The Watchman's advice mean…

15 Jun 2017 57 min

The Welcome To Campaign Season Episode

Things are heating up in ZANU-PF factionalism as Dr Sidney Sekeramayi's name was thrown into the succession battle. Chris and Henry dissect Prof Moyo's utterance and take a look at the start of ZANU-PF's campaign. ZEC has made a decision on who will supply the BVR machines and the two…

7 Jun 2017 46 min

The Controversial Candidate? ft Acie Lumumba

Chris and Henry have self-proclaimed political maverick Acie Lumumba in the studio, he speaks on his party VIVA Zimbabwe, activists and coalitions. Does he really have any game changing ideas? Sit back and listen as we 'dig deeper'.

16 May 2017 1 hr 07 min

Factionalism, Coalitions and Everything in between episode

Chris and Henry are back after a prolonged absence because in Zimbabwe, that's what people do. (We kid). Regardless of the unforeseen circumstances that caused their hiatus, the duo took a look what has been happening in Zim Politics for the past few weeks. The ridiculous factionalism in ZANU -PF…

8 May 2017 57 min

The Youth, Governance and the Politics of rice episode feat Dr Nkosana Moyo

This week Chris and Henry were joined by Dr Nkosana Moyo who is the Executive Chairman of Mandela Institute of Development Studies and a former government minister. The three discussed issues of governance in Zimbabwe and Africa, the responsibility the youth have to creating the country they want, why" command"…

16 Apr 2017 55 min

Diaspora Votes and Other Things Feat Nick Mangwana

Chris and Henry are joined in the studio by ZANU-PF UK & Europe Chairman,Cde Nick Mangwana. They open the discussion with what a "comrade" is and they go on to look at the issue surrounding the diaspora votes. Chris and Henry challenge Cde Mangwana on the successes/ failures of ZIMASSET…

10 Apr 2017 57 min

A New Chief Justice and Weekly Round Up

Chris and Henry round up some of the significant events of the last week of March. They look forward to the work Zimbabwe's new Chief Justice Luke Malaba is expected to do. Chris gives an honest look at the factions in ZANU PF women's league. The two move on to…

30 Mar 2017 47 min

The Demo Season Episode

The first demonstration of the year was held on Wednesday. Chris and Henry delve into what NERA was demonstrating on, they look at the controversies surrounding the biometric voting registration system. The two look at the prospects of the coalition at this stage and discuss how political leaders have been…

23 Mar 2017 55 min

The Tea Party Episode with Kuda Musasiwa

Self Proclaimed dictator of the Tea Party, stepped into the studio with with Chris, Nomaliso and Tariro Daphne to share his thoughts on the current political situation in Zimbabwe. The four delved into the multitude of presidential candidates and the controversial issue of splitting the vote. WARNING: This episode contains…

16 Mar 2017 54 min

The Other Biti Episode feat Tendai Biti

Chris and Henry are joined by PDP leader Tendai Biti to discuss issues to do with a coalition, the future of Zimbabwean politics, the economy and his work as a constitutional lawyer. He had less than kind words for a number of government officials and even fewer for Arsenal boss…

9 Mar 2017 44 min

Youth in Office Episode

President Mugabe flew out to Singapore this week for medical treatment. Chris and Henry discuss this against the backdrop of the ongoing doctors strike. The two then have a heated discussion on youth running for political office; what hinders them and what they can do if they choose to get…

2 Mar 2017 44 min

The Independent Candidate Episode Feat Temba Mliswa

In a day when he was kicked out of a parliament Hon Themba Mliswa joined Chris and Henry on the show to discuss issues surrounding the opposition in Zimbabwe and what they need to do to be successful in the 2018 elections. Hon Mliswa sheds light on the Third Force…

23 Feb 2017 51 min

State Of The Podcast

With 17 months to the elections, the major political topic in Zimbabwe, Chris and Henry decided to take stock of what has been happening in Zimbabwe politically and economically. The state of politics is marred with factionalism and uncertainty. They discuss what is happening in ZANU -PF and opposition political…

17 Feb 2017 49 min