Zimbabwe's 'Crocodile' President Seeks Reelection

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, also known as "the crocodile," is seeking reelection for a second term in a vote that could extend the ruling ZANU-PF party's 43-year hold on power. Mnangagwa, who came to power in a coup that ousted his mentor Robert Mugabe, has been criticized for his ruthless streak and continuation of repressive policies. Despite promises of freedom and democracy, little has changed under his leadership, with the crackdown on political opposition and human rights abuses continuing. The country's struggling economy and international sanctions remain major challenges.