Articles related to "Rhodesia"

The war of liberation or Chimurenga and Britain's search for majority rule were the two main conflicting forces shaping the history of Rhodesia from 1965 to 1980.

Britain constituted an obstacle to UN arbitration in Rhodesia during the liberation struggle. It became clear to Africans that independence was their responsibility.

The Commonwealth and Frontline States were two important groups of countries which exerted great influence on the course of Zimbabwe's struggle for independence.

Zimbabwean place names are rich with history, irony and contradiction; none more so than Zimbabwe, Great Zimbabwe and Masvingo.

Zimbabwe's liberation struggle and the attainment of independence owed greatly to many external players. Among them were the OAU and its liberation Committee.

The nationalist struggle in Zimbabwe was largely a fight to end white domination over African land. After independence in 1980, a new chapter opened with land reclamation

This memoir of former Zimbabwean journalist Geoffrey Nyarota was published by Zebra Press in 2006, ISBN 1-77007-112-1. It is as timely today as it was then.

As African nationalists intensified their guerrilla campaigns against the white minority government of Ian Smith, John Vorster also increased his support for Smith.

Zimbabwe's land crisis is a problem deeply rooted in the history of British colonial administration in Africa. It began with Cecil Rhodes and his BSAC.

The outcome of Zimbabwe's liberation struggle was shaped by the forces of the Cold War. It involved the US, Britain, China, Russia, UN, OAU, and Commenwealth.

The Lancaster Constitution and its "willing-seller, willing-buyer" clause was the starting point for Zimbabwe after independence. It turned out to be a source of friction

in the opening battles of world war two cavalry was deemed worthless. However it never faded from use and still has a place.

Great Britain began colonising small parts of Africa in the latter part of the 18th century

The agreement signed 17 September, 2008 aims to provide a basis from which an eventual resolution of the current political and socio-economic crisis can be achieved.

Colonists once claimed ancient Shona ruins as belonging to a "lost white civilisation". This myth was used to justify European occupation in Southern Africa.

The U.S Treasury has blacklisted businessmen it believes are Mugabe supporters. A move that has embarrassed Britain. The news comes as cholera claims its 1000th victim.

At the turn of the 20th century, the British fought a long battle with early immigrants in the region of southern Africa, costing millions in blood in treasure.

Analog Africa have recently released the album 4 Track Recording Session showcasing the Green Arrows' music from the mid 1970's.

Doris May Lessing, winner of almost every literary prize, has now completed the set with the award of the 2007 Nobel Prize in Literature.

Zimbabwe's history has British and Portuguese Roots. In the early centuries, labor was extremely popular.

There are six types of asbestos fibres. These are chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite, actinolite and anthophyllite. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral.

Commercial bread, though expensive relative to wages, was a convenient breakfast food for the working urban population during the colonial era in Zimbabwe, then Rhodesia.

Robert Mugabe's survival is thanks to his ability to base his anti-western rhetoric on the evil of colonialism. He thus champions Africa's new a "look east" policy .

Terror by Night was the next to last in the popular series starring Rathbone As Holmes and Bruce as Watson. It's not a perfect Holmes story, but is still enjoyable today.

The FAL was the rifle choice of western Europe's NATO forces as well as those of the Commonwealth. They were made in two very different versions.

Now in their 60s, the group show they are still the masters of Mbaqanga - township jazz from southern Africa.

For thousands of years, monstrous flying creatures thought to be pterodactyls have been reported throughout the world, from Arizona to Zambia.

Former Presidential candidate Pat Buchanan has a new book out which argues that both world wars were unnecessary, and that the empires of Europe could still reign supreme

The story of Ray Amm; in just two international seasons he reached the pinnacle of GP greatness.

A destination for British immigrant children from 1934 to 1978, Fairbridge Farm in Molong, Australia did not achieve the high ideals of a better life for poor children.

With inflation sky-rocketing, little to no healthcare, a population of poor and underfed and now a cholera outbreak Robert Mugabe is again feeling pressured to step down.

Shona Sculpture is a unique, African art form originating from the Shona tribe in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe derives its name from dzimbadzamabwe, meaning "house of stone."

The debate about land reforms in Zimbabwe rages on. Mugabe defends his reforms on grounds of equality. His detractors see them as instruments of revenge pure and simple.

The sale of arms constitutes a significant part of what is known today as Sino-African trade. How has this trade evolved since the Cold War?

The Berlin Wall was opened on 9 November 1989. To mark the 20th anniversary an online exhibition explores British experiences through interviews, artwork and photography.

Western sanctions have ironically made Robert Mugabe stronger because he has turned this obstacle into a great opportunity for himself, his family and his cronies.

Visitors to Bulawayo will be surprised at the variety of places to visit and experience during their stay in the city.

Morgan Tsvangirai set out to remove and replace Robert Mugabe as Zimbabwean leader. After 10 years of trying he became prime minister to his nemesis. How did that happen?