'Botox Bob'

Is it any wonder Mugabe looks the very picture of health for an 85-year old? Most of us would if we lived the luxurious lifestyle he affords himself. So, while his people starve and die from cholera, it would be such a shame for him to overdo the lobster and champagne on his 85th birthday and jeopardise his health at this late stage. Oh, go on then.

Terrorism, banditry and sabotage - what next?

The treason charges against Zimbabwe ministerial nominee Roy Bennett have been dropped and replaced with attempt to commit terrorism, banditry and sabotage, according to his lawyer today. For God's sake, what will Mugabe think of next?

A new era. Really?

So just 2 days into a 'new era' for Zimbabwe and Mugabe is already up to his old tricks. But should we be surprised. Hardly. He swore in hardline supporters to lead the security forces in a unity government today, just an hour after a top aide to the new Prime Minister, Morgan Tsvangirai, was arrested. What message does this send out? Not one of unity, I'm afraid.