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Journalist/filmmaker. 3x BBC Eye Investigations, 9/11: Inside the President's War Room and more. Made/refined 🇬🇧🇿🇼🇦🇺🇧🇪🇰🇪

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Zoe Flood
10 months
It was a privilege to shoot & direct this film alongside a brilliant team (💪 more soon) – the subject matter and choices/challenges that we explored can be tough and confronting but reflect a reality that is experienced by so many women in Kenya, and far beyond. #BBCAfricaEye
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BBC News Africa
10 months
"The rich have an opportunity to take their children to five-star hospitals and procure a safe abortion, silently, without anyone knowing or speaking. But the poor have to struggle." 🎥 #BBCAfricaEye investigates the battle for abortion rights in Kenya:
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Zoe Flood
4 years
#ZimbabweanLivesMatter is trending around the world. If you don’t normally follow developments in Zimbabwe and want to understand what is happening, and why so many Zimbabweans both at home and far beyond are so angry and desperate, here's a thread with some background... 1/
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1 year
Same in Nairobi. I never understand it. Selling plastic mugs while on a UN salary… WTF?
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1 year
Sometimes I wonder what’s wrong with expats in Uganda. Selling light bulbs and dustbins online before they move🙄
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Zoe Flood
1 year
Journalist friends around the world – if you're following the Gold Mafia story and the @AJEnglish @AJIunit 's documentary roll-out, good to note this as reporters based in Zimbabwe are going to feel a lot less able to talk about it and share findings from the films 👇
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Hopewell Chin’ono
1 year
Ladies and Gentlemen, After these continued threats from President Mnangagwa’s spokesman against journalists reporting on the Al Jazeera investigation findings, I won’t be reporting on this story for my own safety. George Charamba has made clear the consequences if we continue.
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1 year
Strong threats made against journalists who "repeat" details of Al Jazeera's explosive 'Gold Mafia' documentary, from a semi-anonymous Twitter account that many have identified as belonging to Zimbabwe's presidential spokesperson George Charamba 👇
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1 year
"I cannot wrap my head around the idea that the president of a country, even one as corrupt, ruthless and incompetent as ours, can be implicated in turning the state into a laundromat for dirty money." @Mamoxn op-ed on the @AJIunit doc on Zimbabwe:
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Zoe Flood
2 years
Fadzayi Mahere is emerging as one of Africa's most interesting, and important, young leaders. We followed her 2018 independent parliamentary campaign and have since witnessed her rapid political rise. Our in-depth profile of Zimbabwe's @advocatemahere :
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Zoe Flood
7 years
Downtown Harare right now!!
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Zoe Flood
2 years
Just found this in a book. Livingstone House, in then Salisbury, now Harare. My grandmother’s first major high-rise project as a structural engineer, started in approx 1957. It possibly was the tallest building south of the Equator for a period but I’d like to verify that!
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Zoe Flood
5 years
If you are from a posh background, you can get away with anything in this country - @OwenJones84 on the tough, vital conversations we’re not having about Boris Johnson’s total lack of fitness for office.
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This is still the finest dismantlement of Boris Johnson that I have seen in a very long time. This should be shared every single day until we vote on December 12th. #GE2019
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Zoe Flood
4 years
This was a sad piece to write – but glad @mailandguardian made space to remember the courageous @PatsonDzamara , who has died at just 34, searching for his brother to the end. 📷 @nicholesobecki , we met Patson while in Zimbabwe w/ the support of @IWMF .
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Zoe Flood
8 years
Trafalgar Square jam-packed for #womensmarchlondon !
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Zoe Flood
1 year
Hard to keep track of all that's happening with Zimbabwe's shambolic elections, but keeping a close eye on Fadzayi Mahere's run in Mt Pleasant constituency. My in-depth profile of @advocatemahere – 📸 @nicholesobecki ed @evakillen supported by @IWMF :
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Zoe Flood
2 years
“Shutting down Winky D’s show sends a message that Zimbabwe’s authorities are willing to harass even the most popular performers for what they say" –  @mynassah Quite something to see dancehall artist @winkydonline the subject of a @hrw dispatch:
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Human Rights Watch
2 years
Wallace Chirumiko, aka “Winky D,” is a celebrated artist who recently released an album containing lyrics against injustice, corruption, and the economic meltdown in Zimbabwe. Earlier this month, Zimbabwe police stormed the stage and shut down his show.
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Zoe Flood
4 years
A final word from me. This thread isn't meant to be comprehensive – there is a lot of detail that I haven't been able to include. But I've tried to collate coverage that delivers more information, while remaining digestible for those who don't closely follow developments. 17/17
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Zoe Flood
4 years
In recent days/weeks, Zimbabwean security forces have arrested people across the country after thwarting protests intended to highlight Zimbabwe’s deepening crisis – @ZLHRLawyers say at least 60 ppl have been arrested in a continuing clampdown… 2/
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Zoe Flood
7 years
Incredible scene-these guys acting out Mugabe being forced to sign his resignation letter, and falling asleep in the middle. Crowd chanting "Mugabe must sign!"
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Zoe Flood
4 years
Two weeks ago, investigative journalist Hopewell Chin’ono – who worked tirelessly to expose a corruption scandal at the heart of govt – was arrested, charged w/ inciting public violence. He has not yet been granted bail. 4/
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Zoe Flood
4 years
High-profile arrests include author @efie41209591 & opposition spox @advocatemahere , as well as others such as student Panashe Sivindani, who peacefully protested wearing a placard while in a supermarket. Some are out on bail but still face charges. 3/
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Zoe Flood
3 years
I profiled the talented scientists who first sequenced the Omicron variant in Botswana, led by Zimbabwe's Dr Sikhulile Moyo, in this for @AJEnglish . Learn more about the story of the individuals and the team behind this important discovery 👇
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Al Jazeera English
3 years
Researchers in Botswana who flagged new variant Omicron feel travel restrictions to Botswana, South Africa and other countries in the region could discourage future scientific transparency ⤵️
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Zoe Flood
4 years
The home of journalist @Mathuthu – whose reporting was also essential in exposing the scandal – was raided on Thurs, and when security agents didn't find him, his nephews were detained. One went missing for days, during which he was severely assaulted. 6/
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Zoe Flood
4 years
The scandal related to valuable contracts for Covid-19 supplies – the Health Minister was sacked and faces charges of criminal abuse of office. Hopewell shared much of his reporting on social – accounts that are now suspended...some is mentioned here. 5/
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Zoe Flood
2 years
So delighted to have won ‘Feature of the Year – General’ at the Association of British Science Writers Awards for my piece on the incredible team in Botswana who first sequenced the Omicron variant! Thank you to @absw and to everyone who made the article possible…
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The ABSW Award 'Feature of the Year - General' has been won by @Zoe_Flood for an accessible feature that shines a light on the unknown scientists who identified Omicron when countries were being stigmatised for detecting new Covid variants: #abswawards
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Zoe Flood
5 years
I've been so gripped by @RonanFarrow 's 'Catch and Kill' podcast – not only is it a damning look at Weinstein and those who protected him, but it's also investigative journalism laid bare. For journalists & non-journalists alike. Thoroughly recommend:
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Zoe Flood
4 years
A week ago, doctors at a Harare hospital said that seven babies were stillborn there in one night – from a total of eight C-sections. An image of their bodies wrapped in cloths shocked many. Doctors described the conditions that led to this. 10/
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Zoe Flood
4 years
This, by prolific commentator and lawyer @wamagaisa , which also delves into the history and politics some more. 15/
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Zoe Flood
4 years
Three opposition leaders – one of whom is a member of parliament – were abducted from police custody by suspected state security services after participating in a protest. Their accounts are horrendous. Then they were arrested again for “lying”. 8/
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Zoe Flood
5 months
Anyone following Kenya floods situation and can please pass this on to first responders? Hearing directly from people displaced by floods now sheltering at ACK St Stephen's Gathanga church past Ruaka – many people there apparently, much need for food, blankets, sleeping mats.
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Zoe Flood
4 years
What a tonal difference from President-elect Biden’s National Security Advisor @jakejsullivan and UK Minister for Africa @JamesDuddridge on Uganda’s deeply compromised elections 👇
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Zoe Flood
2 years
“Being a woman in politics is hard. But being a woman in politics in a patriarchal, repressive dictatorship is a million times harder." My in-depth profile of @advocatemahere , a rising star of Zimbabwean politics, is out now via @AJEnglish Features:
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Zoe Flood
4 years
And this kind of intimidation, sadly familiar to many from the Mugabe era, has increasingly become a pattern under the Mnangagwa regime – here’s a thread detailing some other incidents, including the shooting of unarmed civilians in Harare's streets. 7/
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Simon Allison
4 years
Thread: In Zimbabwe this week, several prominent journalists, lawyers and activists have been abducted – allegedly by state security agents. This is not a bug, but a feature of Mnangagwa's government. 1/9
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Zoe Flood
4 years
World – pls pay attention to #Zimbabwe . An investigative journalist who exposed corruption has been repeatedly denied bail & held for nearly a month, now the court rules to remove his chosen lawyer. To be represented by a lawyer of your choice is constitutionally protected.
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ZLHR
4 years
Magistrate Nduna removes & bans Beatrice Mtetwa from representing freelance journalist Hopewell Chin'ono & has ordered that Prosecutor General institute contempt of court proceedings against her & for @lawsocietyofzim to be provided with copy of his judgement
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Zoe Flood
6 years
Dear everyone who is rightly sharing #BBCAfricaEye 's vital Cameroon investigation – pls also take time to watch/read lots more powerful journalism from the most committed core team & many freelancers putting in long hours to produce this difficult work:
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Zoe Flood
4 years
But the anger and desperation felt by many isn’t just about the assault on human rights and freedom of expression. Zimbabwe is also facing COVID-19 – but protected only by a collapsing health sector where many staff are on strike about abysmal pay and conditions. 9/
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Zoe Flood
4 years
Zimbabwe also faces one of the worst hunger crises in the world. In April, humanitarian agencies warned that an estimated 4.3 million rural Zimbabweans need urgent assistance – facing prolonged drought, economic collapse and now coronavirus. 13/
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Zoe Flood
4 years
If you haven’t spent time operating financially in Zimbabwe, it’s hard to convey how deeply the currency crisis affects everyone’s daily lives – and how much pressure and complexity it adds. And time/cost – work-arounds take time AND cost money. Ordinary people absorb both. 12/
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Zoe Flood
6 years
Nairobi–please help find my hard drives! My apartment was badly burgled and a lot stolen inc critical camera gear. The heartbreaker is they also stole some vital hard drives that I hadn’t had time to mirror in another location. Pls DM if you can help or for more details...
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Zoe Flood
4 years
I could go on – about fuel shortages, the lack of access to clean water for so many, power shortages, unemployment at such high levels. And more. But to finish, I’ll share these pieces by two talented Zimbabweans that give good overviews of why people are so very desperate. 14/
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Zoe Flood
5 years
Very excited + a bit stunned that our #BBCAfricaEye film 'Gamblers Like Me' on the dangerous explosion of sports betting in Africa has been shortlisted in the @SportSJA Awards Documentary category alongside films from some of the best in the business:
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4 years
Museveni's ruling NRM "approached opponents as though they were people planning an insurrection" – @nickopiyo tells @GIHarrington in this important @Channel4News follow-up piece on Uganda's elections, and the opposition supporters who are still missing:
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Zoe Flood
4 years
The country has for some time been careering through a worsening economic crisis, with hyperinflation ramping up constantly and one of the most confusing and problematic currency situations in the world. 11/
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Zoe Flood
1 year
Beyond thrilled to have been invited to join @BAFTA as a Connect member – and to have found this in my spam folder at 2am! Can't wait to meet as many of this cohort as possible – and very grateful for the recognition of my work so far as a director/producer 🙏✨ #BAFTAConnect
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7 years
Woah, #Kenya Supreme Court cannot reach quorum to hear the petition on postponing election re-run. What on earth now?
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Zoe Flood
2 years
Zimbabwe's opposition spokesperson @advocatemahere is back in court today – she's been on remand since July 2020 relating to a tweet about police brutality. Read more about the case and much more besides in our profile of Mahere, 📸 by @nicholesobecki :
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Zoe Flood
4 years
Journo friends – between refreshes, pls consider repurposing an #Election2020 tweet to support our Zimbabwean colleague @daddyhope . He was rearrested after *tweeting* about corruption and, not formally on remand, is headed back to a max-security prison.
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Zoe Flood
4 years
*Exciting news* Delicious underdog rom-com from Zimbabwe @CookOffZim is going to be released on @Netflix ! It's been such a pleasure over the past year to have joined the talented and endlessly optimistic Cook Off team as a Co-producer/Exec Producer. Now this!👇
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Cook Off the Movie
4 years
*Drum roll please* 🥁🥁🥁 Cook Off is coming to @Netflix ! HUGE moment for cast & crew – THANK YOU all who supported us & cheered us on! The release date is #ComingSoon Let’s make history & get this hashtag going! #NetflixZimbabwe 🇿🇼➡️🌍 #CookOffZim
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6 years
Great reporting job in Nairobi in the @AFP bureau, covering 12 countries in East Africa and beyond. Deadline 4 January. #journalismjobs
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7 years
This car carrying a white Zimbabwean family just got one of the biggest cheers as it passed through the crowd. The sense of unity is extraordinary, and ppl want to express it.
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2 years
Belatedly, very exciting that '9/11: Inside the President's War Room', which I worked on for 9 months as Edit Producer, won a BAFTA for 'Editing: Factual'! All props to our editors Danny & Mark, with whom I worked very closely, and the whole edit team:
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5 years
I have genuinely heard squeaks of delight from Zimbabweans when I've told them that this handset is known as the "Mugabe" elsewhere in Africa – because it never dies...
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Elizabeth Dickinson
5 years
I just found this artifact and I am never letting it go. Best phone ever built.
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1 year
This story of the two young students, their battered Toyota and the many, many people they rescued in Khartoum gave me goosebumps, and shows how heroes are just everywhere, words by @declanwalsh :
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2 years
Five years on. For @thecontinent_ , I wrote this short essay about the explosion of hope in Zimbabwe following the fall of Robert Mugabe. And how quickly it vanished. With powerful 📷 by @nicholesobecki and reporting support from @IWMF . Full piece here:
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2 years
A year ago, six months ago, three months ago, I was in a series of different, uncomfortable places, and feeling extremely worn down by everything. This is today. Things change. Hang in there.
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7 years
Extraordinary scenes inside ZANU-PF Central Committee Session as party resolutions read out reinstalling Mnangagwa in party, removing Mugabe as party leader, removing Grace Mugabe from women's league leadership role.
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Zoe Flood
4 years
Yesterday @bonifacemwangi was arrested in Kenya. Today @softiethefilm about his life and journey screens on @bbcstoryville at 10pm. I've seen the film and it's great – sensitive, provoking, compelling, and made by powerful emerging voices. Watch it!
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The People’s Watchman
4 years
I was arrested while having coffee at the police canteen and booked for taking part in an “unlawful assembly.” Thanks for raising your voices and moral support. Everyone arrested has been released.Thanks to Pro bono lawyers, @DefendersKE @ItsGeorgeKegoro #SabaSabaMarchForOurlives
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2 years
I've realised that my dad's love language is printing out recipes that he has tested, used and thinks I'll enjoy...
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2 years
Someone recently read a piece I wrote (this profile of @advocatemahere ), and said afterwards "that looks like it must have taken a lot of your time", in a way that made me feel so seen, and so valued. I now plan to say this to as many others as I can!
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Zoe Flood
2 years
So true! 💙 this from @lizandmollie
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2 years
If it feels like I'm reposting our article about this case too often, it's because that's how frequently @advocatemahere has to go back in court. Read more about the ongoing case and Fadzayi Mahere's wider political journey, with 📸 by @nicholesobecki :
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Fadzayi Mahere🇿🇼
2 years
🟡Back at Rotten Row today at 9am for the continuation of the “dead baby tweet” case. The offence on which the charge is based was declared unconstitutional by our apex court. I was arrested & detained in Chikurubi on these allegations over 2 years ago. May justice prevail.🙏🏽🇿🇼
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2 years
SO thrilled that my piece about the team in Botswana who first sequenced and reported the Omicron variant, led by Zimbabwe's @drSikhulileMoyo , is a finalist for "Feature of the Year – General" at the Association of British Science Writers ( @absw ) Awards!
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Zoe Flood
3 years
I profiled the talented scientists who first sequenced the Omicron variant in Botswana, led by Zimbabwe's Dr Sikhulile Moyo, in this for @AJEnglish . Learn more about the story of the individuals and the team behind this important discovery 👇
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Zoe Flood
4 years
If you don't want to spend two hours of your day watching the "tv moment of the decade", can I recommend a heart-warming film that will transport you to a very different reality? And still leave you w/ 20 mins to spare... Streaming on @netflix & beyond!
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At least 100 people now reported to have been killed and 300 wounded in the Mogadishu attacks, which authorities said targeted the education ministry and a school. Astonishing how little coverage globally there has been of these horrific bombings:
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4 years
If you missed this harrowing story, pls pay attention to it. Three female oppositions activists – inc *an MP* – abducted, tortured, sexually assaulted by suspected state agents. Wasn't widely covered internationally – @burke_jason @NyashChingono did:
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Zoe Flood
7 years
[THREAD] For the past two years, I’ve had the privilege of chairing the @FCAEA , a body that represents over 500 journalists working for international media across East Africa. As I step down, I want to highlight some of the stand-out work of my talented colleagues over that time.
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4 years
Polls have closed in Uganda and first results tallies are expected tonight. But with the internet now suspended, coverage has become patchy. As we wait for news, here are some useful links & reporting that might help demonstrate why this is such an important election. [Thread/]
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I’ve followed @advocatemahere ’s career closely, including covering her feisty independent campaign in Zimbabwe’s 2018 elections. She’s just announced that she’s running again in the same constituency for CCC! Read about her in my long read profile:
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Zoe Flood
2 years
Today is #WorldSepsisDay . What do you know about sepsis? Do you know that 1 in 5 of ALL deaths worldwide are associated with sepsis? That it's considered a global health crisis? Do you know that it's frequently under-diagnosed at an early stage, when it still may be reversible?
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Head keeper at @OlPejeta Zacharia Mutai, who cared for Sudan – the last male northern white rhino who died this year in #Kenya – is featured in the @guardian 's people of 2018:
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Zoe Flood
7 years
Right. So what now?
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6 years
Kenya Airways, the pride of Africa, unveils exciting new in-flight menu. I’m sure I heard a collective gasp when this was served. #breakfast
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Zoe Flood
2 years
Dark day in Zimbabwe. Pay attention to this, world. @EfieZethu @jbcorporatex found guilty of participating in a gathering with intent to incite public violence, for a silent, peaceful walking protest with signs back in 2020.
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Fadzayi Mahere🇿🇼
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🟡Currently at the Magistrates’ Court Rotten Row where lawyer Chris Mhike is arguing that a custodial offence would not be an appropriate sentence following the conviction of Tsitsi Dangarembga @EfieZethu & Julie Barnes @jbcorporatex .
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Groundbreaking epidemiological study on mental health in Somalia finds unbelievably high prevalence of psychological disorders – nearly 77% – especially among the younger population:
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I hope that many more people from different backgrounds will learn about the (too short) life and many contributions of Alex Magaisa @Wamagaisa through this obituary by @Fromagehomme – printed at full page in today’s Guardian. You can read it online here:
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The fantastic @womenphotograph has opened up its 2023 project grants – five grants of $5,000 each are available for visual journalists working in a documentary capacity. Deadline for applications is 15 May:
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Great project profiling 40 Great Zimbabweans – to mark 40 years since the country's independence. Happy to see the @guardian highlighting some of the fierce and brilliant women ft in the project including the fabulous star of Cook Off @Tendai_Chitima !
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Excited to have a new documentary premiering tomorrow as part of the BBC World Service Presents festival – exploring 30 years of democracy in South Africa post-apartheid, as well as wider political trends across the continent.
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Zoe Flood
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I have *such* strong feelings about this. A “fixer” is a derogatory term/concept. It protects a hierarchy that permits the unfair treatment of highly qualified people – often from minorities or with less power – and for “big” names to rise on the networks/talent of others.
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James Ball
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The whole concept of a "fixer" is outdated – in-country journalists should be given equal credit with staff teams, even if by necessity they are freelance. They should also get equal training and protections.
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Our #BBCAfricaEye investigation looking at the rise of sports betting across Africa – through the eyes of a young Ugandan football fan who has been betting since he was a kid – is out TODAY! Full doc here: [thread]
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3 years
BBC Africa recruiting a broadcast journalist to report on business news from their Nairobi bureau – English and Swahili-language skills required. Deadline 1 August:
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6 years
Long queue outside polling station at Avondale Primary School in Zimbabwe’s capital Harare. #ZimDecides2018
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1 year
Congratulations to friends in Zimbabwe ahead of the premiere of their new film *TONIGHT* in Harare 👏👏👏 Directed by @joenjagu and Eddie Sandifolo, and featuring tons of Zim talent, wishing 'Ngoda' much success on its journey into the world! 🇿🇼🇿🇼🇿🇼🔥🔥🔥
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Zoe Flood
7 years
If Priti Patel is indeed on the Kenya Airways flight, the good news is that they have a very liberal booze policy. Films a bit less stellar but they always seem to be strong on French films and Bollywood.
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Philip Cowley
7 years
Long flight? Getting sacked? My top tip: hit the gin and watch as many good movies as you can cram in.
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Zoe Flood
6 years
The perils of having a catastrophic name...
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Zoe Flood
2 years
It’s the last day of the year, and having started Adriene’s 30-day yoga journey on the first day of the year, I’m proud to announce that I just completed day 16.
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Zoe Flood
1 year
Great opportunity with @openDemocracy – recruiting an Africa editor "with a track record of doing impactful investigations, working collaboratively across borders and supporting junior colleagues to be the best journalists they can be." Deadline 23 Apr.
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7 years
Harare celebrations, with the building my grandmother designed in the background. What a moment.
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Zoe Flood
3 years
'9/11: Inside the President's War Room', on which I was Edit Producer, airs *tonight* on BBC1 & then on Apple TV+. This feature doc, ft interviews w/ Bush & his team, explores the high-stakes decisions made that devastating day, the consequences of which are still reverberating.
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Zoe Flood
1 year
Look at @CastleCornerZW ! Love it so much!
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Lovejoy L-Jay Mtongwiza
1 year
UPDATE: After 10 Overs @ZimCricketv is on 37-0. West Indies have been very disciplined in their approach. Despite this slow start, the Castle Corner @CastleCornerZW is buzzing. I have never heard them this loud before.. Kudos to them for supporting the team. #ZimVsWI
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Zoe Flood
1 year
This looks great – register via the link below this post to hear @advocatemahere speak at the @GenevaSummit on 17 May. And if you need any extra convincing, here's my long read profiling Fadzayi for @AJEnglish , pics @nicholesobecki , edit @evakillen :
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The Geneva Summit for Human Rights and Democracy
1 year
📢 Zimbabwean democracy champion arrested multiple times for her activism @advocatemahere will speak at #GenevaSummit2023 . Mahere exposes the rights abuses of the ruling Zanu-PF party. On May 17, she will give a voice to the voiceless trapped under oppression in her country🇿🇼
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3 years
Did I just actually get a conditional approval to travel to Western Australia and see my parents after two incredibly long years?!?! 😲😲😲😲
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Zoe Flood
3 years
I went behind-the-scenes with the talented scientists at Botswana's @AidsHarvard Partnership – led by Dr Sikhulile Moyo🇿🇼 – who first sequenced the Omicron variant, for this in-depth feature for @AJEnglish .
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Zoe Flood
1 year
Wildly beautiful moment captured by my (offline) cousin this morning. 🌈🌈
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Zoe Flood
7 years
"He tried to understand why people resist innovation, and what can be done to make them feel comfortable with change"–poignant obituary of @calestous , who left this planet too soon, w/ lovely details of his early life, by @adeelnyt :
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Zoe Flood
4 years
Strong forensic analysis of CCTV footage of the abduction of Tawanda Muchehiwa on 30 July in Zimbabwe, also seeking to establish links to police. Tawanda's testimony sharing the details of his experience is powerful and distressing – and brave.
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ZimLive
4 years
#REVEALED The abduction of Tawanda Muchehiwa caught on camera - and the incontrovertible proof that the ZRP knows the abductors WATCH:
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Zoe Flood
5 years
*THIS Saturday, 1.30pm – Kibera Town Centre | Nairobi* *Screening of our #BBCAfricaEye film 'Gamblers Like Me' on the dangerous explosion of sports betting across Africa* Please come along to watch the film and join in the discussion – details below!
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Zoe Flood
5 years
Great to see the brilliant, homegrown Zimbabwean rom-com Cook Off featured on @BBCAfrica , courtesy this interview by Kim Chakanetsa with director @TomasLutuli : Plus lovely pic of stars @Tendai_Chitima and @iamTEHN by @anelwessels_ !
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