Zimbabwe authorities in crackdown on dissent ahead of summit

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Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa. PHOTO | REUTERS

The Zimbabwe government has launched a crackdown on opponents to forestall protests against unresolved political disputes during a forthcoming regional summit.

Harare will host the 44th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit on August 17, where President Emmerson Mnangagwa will take over as chairperson of the sub-regional organisation.