Writes Edgar Gweshe Today, May 22, 2024 marks 11 years since the late President Robert Mugabe assented to Zimbabwe’s constitution following its approval in the March 2013 referendum. The 2013 Constitution was lauded as being progressive and set a high standard for the provision of civil, political, and socio-economic rights for all citizens. Of note…
Writes Chakamuka Donar Anxiety is a common emotional response that individuals experience when faced with uncertainty or perceived threats. The introduction of the Zimbabwe Gold Currency has sparked anxiety among the population due to the potential economic implications and uncertainties surrounding the new currency. As anxiety and fear grip the Republic of Zimbabwe, it is…
When considering recalls, the Zimbabwe Elections Support Network (ZESN), has urged lawmakers and politicians to place the citizens at the centre of representative democracy. These sentiments were shared in a ZESN-published Position Paper on Recalls, Subsequent By-elections, and Lessons Learnt which seeks to examine democratic accountability and governance. The paper also facilitates debates on the…
Writes Tarcisious Marondedze The Catholic Church has faced criticism from various quarters, including some Pentecostal churches and self-proclaimed pastors. While constructive criticism can be beneficial, unfair and misleading attacks harm not only the Catholic Church but also the broader Christian community. This article addresses the unfair criticism of the Catholic Church by fake pastors and…
Writes Alois Mamutse The Night of Wonders held by Prophet Passion Java on the 9th of May 2024 at the National Sports Stadium was truly a night to remember. With over 3000 people giving their lives to Christ, it is clear that the event lived up to its billing. The most important thing about events…
Writes Natalie Hove The recent viral image depicting the two religious leaders, Apostle Batsiranai Java and Prophet Uebert with a misleading caption suggesting an apology from the Apostle has been exposed as a malicious fabrication. The meeting between Apostle Java and Prophet Angel was not about seeking forgiveness, as falsely claimed by misinformed individuals. The…
A splinter group of liberation war fighters has threatened the newly-elected executive of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZLWVA) led by Moffat Elias Marashwa who was elected at an elective conference in Chegutu over the weekend. Edward Dube, a war veteran who claims to be the substantive ZNLWVA Secretary-General, in a press statement…
In an unprecedented move to annihilate Palestinians in Gaza, the Israeli military ordered Palestinians to move out of Rafah in preparation to launch its attack on Rafah – a city in southern Gaza that is the last resort for 1.4 million civilians displaced by the brutal Israeli aggression or genocide. The order follows a night…
As the curtains close on South Africa’s Freedom Month, Vedhan Singh writes why freedom is a far-fetched dream. In its classic and synonymous symphony of synchronist harmonics, thirty years on, South Africa’s ruling party continues to hum the hymn it held heralding democracy. Three decades to bring about change, the same song sung has started…
Fraudulent behaviour has become common, as many businesses have discovered, to their cost. Most commonly, fraud is intended to acquire money the individual is not entitled to at the company’s expense. It may also be intended as a means of acquiring a job, as when academic qualifications or skills are claimed that the job applicant…
James Kinyua President Vladimir Putin in mid-March was resoundingly re-elected to a fifth term in office, according to data from the Central Election Commission (CEC) and the results of exit polls conducted by the Russian Public Opinion Research Center at 1,400 polling stations. The incumbent head of state won 87% of the votes cast. The…
Over the past 15 years, I have studied the conflict dynamics in the Great Lakes region, which includes Burundi, the DRC, Rwanda, and Uganda. In my view, the RED-Tabara attacks are part of coordinated actions to use conflict to reshape the region’s geopolitics
Writes Dr Gwinyai Muzorewa, UANC President On the occasion of Independence Day on 18 April 2024, the United African National Council (UANC) wishes to congratulate the nation for being counted among other nations as a sovereign state. Sovereignty has dignity. Nation-building is virtuous. Since we acquired our one-man-one-vote in 1978, under Bishop A bel T….
Writes Eng Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi As Zimbabwe prepares to celebrate its independence on the 18th of April 2024, the focus turns to Manicaland Province, an integral region in the country’s fight for freedom. With a remarkable contribution of 75% of freedom fighters originating from Manicaland, the province holds a significant place in Zimbabwe’s history. In…
Writes Willard Kamuriwo In a tale as old as time, the world of faith and spirituality has once again been shaken by the shadow of controversy, with Apostle B Java finding himself ensnared in a web of orchestrated attacks by the enigmatic Prophet Eubert Angel. This isn’t merely a clash of ideologies or a mere…
Writes Charles Mangwiro Maputo (MOZAMBIQUE) As twenty-four-year-old Rabia Joaquim Augusto, prepared to depart Lunga, news of a deadly cholera outbreak began circulating and everyone in the area panicked and ran to a boat and became agitated. “When we heard about the cholera outbreak we all ran to that boat, amongst the group were many children…
Writes Dr Tapiwa Mashakada I have noted with concern that the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) Structured Currency cannot buy fuel. This means that it is not accepted by petrol stations as legal tender. Any currency that cannot be defended by monetary authorities won’t serve its purpose as a store of value and means of exchange, which…
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi In today’s digital age, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, educational institutions must adapt and embrace digital platforms. In Zimbabwe, schools should consider implementing school websites as an indispensable tool for fostering effective communication, promoting student engagement, and facilitating the acquisition of essential IT skills. By making school…
Writes Elvis Dzvene Zimbabwe has taken a crucial step in revitalizing the economy and instilling trust in the financial sector by introducing the groundbreaking Zimbabwean Gold-backed Dollar (ZiG) as the official replacement for the declining Zimbabwean dollar. This momentous milestone signifies a significant shift in the monetary scene of the country, providing a glimmer of…
Writes Michael Tichareva Sanctions and corruption greatly contributed to the fall of the Bond Notes/RTGS. Sanctions and corruption have also played significant roles in the failure of the Bond Notes and RTGS currency, in addition to the broader economic challenges. Impact of sanctions: Economic sanctions have limited Zimbabwe’s access to international financial markets and investment,…
Writes Michael Tichareva To build confidence in the sustainability of the recently introduced Zimbabwe currency, let us look at the United Arab Emirates (UAE) currency and how it is managed to illustrate how ZiG will likely move into the future. The UAE dirham (AED) is a managed currency, and it is pegged against the US…
Writes Michael Tichareva The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) introduced a new currency, the ZiG (Zimbabwe Gold), which is linked to the value of gold and the country’s foreign exchange reserves. The ZiG is designed to be more stable than the previous Zimbabwean dollar and is intended to curb inflation. The value of ZiG is…
Writes Sermon Mazheve The Zimbabwe economic experiment continues. They say once bitten twice shy, Zimbabwean citizens have been beaten so much by the central bank they have lost count! The new Governor of the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Dr John Mushayavanhu is yet to announce another unique form of currency that to the best of…
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi Today Zimbabwe launches a new currency. The key question is: Were you consulted about the NEW currency? The whole approach needs to be changed. The true value of money is in the public confidence. Zimbabwe has had a turbulent history with its currency, marked by hyperinflation and multiple currency failures…
The Secretary of the ZANU (PF) War Veterans League, Douglas Mahiya is reportedly misleading the nation, riding on an expired mandate of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA), in a desperate effort to seek relevance, Cde Samuel Getbusy Simbini Mhlanga, the ZNLWVA National Interim Secretary for Information and Publicity has said. The…
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi The recent scandal involving Summit Africa’s co-founder, Langalezwe Madonko, and President Cyril Ramaphosa’s adviser, Thabi Leoka, in South Africa has brought to light the pervasive issue of fake qualifications. South Africa has taken significant steps to combat this problem through institutions like the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). However, Zimbabwe…
Ahead of the ninth anniversary of the enforced disappearance of Itai Dzamara, a journalist and pro-democracy activist who was abducted in Harare on 9 March 2015, Vongai Chikwanda, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, said: “Nine years after the enforced disappearance of Itai Dzamara, the Zimbabwean authorities continue to impede the…
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa The Embassy of the State of Palestine in Zimbabwe has expressed profound gratitude and, at the same time, humbled by the bold move South Africa took on the ongoing onslaught by Israel on the Palestinian people. Palestine Ambassador to Zimbabwe, His Excellency (H.E) Dr Tamer Almassri revealed this in a solicited interview…
Own Correspondent In a strategic move, the United African National Council (UANC), recently united forces with the National Electoral Reform Agenda (NERA) to champion essential electoral reforms in Zimbabwe. This alliance signifies a pivotal step towards fostering fair and credible elections in the nation. The UANC Secretary General, Mike Nyamande, elucidated the rationale behind their…
Writes Nicholas Albek After the 34th Africa Cup of Nations, we have collected all of the records that were broken at this year’s championship. To highlight a few, André Ayew (Ghana) tied Rigobert Song (Cameroon) for the most matches played at the Africa Cup of Nations – 36 – and both Youssef Msakni (Tunisia)…
The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) has been educated to the effect that the Constitution of Zimbabwe does not limit the President of the National Council of Chiefs to be elected as the deputy president of the institution after serving two terms. Some sections of the local media had reported that the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC)…
Writes Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN) Executive Summary On 14 November 2023, the Speaker of Parliament declared six (6) National Assembly seats vacant with effect from 7 November 2023. This followed a recall of the then-sitting Members by the party’s Interim Secretary General Sengezo Tshabangu who declared the affected Members ceased to belong to the…
Own Correspondent Responding to a move by Zimbabwe’s cabinet to back the abolition of the death penalty, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Khanyo Farise, said: “Zimbabwe has taken the right step towards ending this abhorrent and inhuman form of punishment that has no place in our world. “Now that the…
ZANU (PF)’s Youth League Deputy National Political Commissar, Taurai Kundishaya, in his personal capacity, has urged the Parliament of Zimbabwe to establish a Social Media Regulation Board and Content Moderation Standards. In a letter addressed to the Clerk of Parliament, Kandishaya submitted a comprehensive proposal for the establishment of a dedicated Social Media Regulatory Board,…
Writes Lovemore Chazingwa As the war in the Gaza Strip continues to take its toll on human life, Palestine TV correspondent, Amr Al-Daoudi collapsed on duty while covering the conflict live at his broadcasting centre, last Monday afternoon. A video clip of Al-Daoudi in press gear succumbing to what was termed “exhaustion and famine” circulated…
Writes Alfred Mazungunye In a recent revelation, a devious ploy intended to besmirch the esteemed reputation of Apostle Batsirai Java has surfaced. However, upon careful contemplation, it becomes evident that these accusations are baseless and motivated by envy. Moreover, it has been uncovered that a revered prophet is orchestrating these underhanded tactics, aiming to dismantle…
As news filtered that Nelson Chamisa, the leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) had abandoned the party he formed due to infiltration by the likes of self-imposed secretary-general, Sengezo Tshabangu, people in Zimbabwe had mixed reactions. Nelson Chamisa announced via social media Thursday that he no longer had anything to do with the…
Dear Government of Zimbabwe, I write to you with a deep sense of urgency and concern regarding the alarming departure of skilled professionals from our nation. It has come to my attention that this issue is not receiving the attention it deserves, and I implore you to take immediate action to address this critical matter….
There is a strong realization by SMEs that knowledge and technologies from outside are not donations but come with negative terms because whoever is providing those resources will eventually benefit at the expense of local economies.
A group claiming to be the legitimate Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) has refuted the recent statement made by Ambassador Christopher Mutsvangwa where he indicated that there will be a new election for the leadership of the freedom fighters. “We would like to clarify the following points. It is important to note that…
Traditionally, the push for acknowledging historical climate obligations was put to the test, as some of the big emitters joined forces with global southern countries to push for a fossil fuel phase-out position.
The extremist Israeli government continues to implement extremist policies, ignoring the international consensus to stop the war, protect civilians, and provide for their basic needs.
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi An average African, just to ask him/her which team they support they are more likely to tell you they support a European football team than a local team. Football has had a significant impact on Africa, both culturally and socially. If African governments do not invest in football, there…
In recent times, the call for inclusive leadership within political parties has gained significant traction.
The Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in Zimbabwe (SAAPA ZW) is deeply concerned about the video circulating on social media showing minors consuming alcohol in the streets of Harare on Christmas day. “This is a grave violation of the Liquor Act [Chapter 14:12], which regulates the trade in liquor in the country. We are appalled…
