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Masisi proves ruling elite out of touch with suffering citizenry

Masisi was taken around the capital Harare, visiting the National Heroes Acre

By Tendai Mbofana Sep. 5, 2022

Masisi proves ruling elite out of touch with suffering citizenry

Opposition should capitalize on Zanu PF's glaring insecurities

Zanu PF has 'insecurity' written all over its forehead — and, it is now up to Zimbabweans and the opposition to take full advantage.

By Tendai Mbofana Sep. 8, 2022

Opposition should capitalize on Zanu PF's glaring insecurities

Of colonial hangover, racial brainwashing

So, the Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa regime is over the moon over a few seconds-long handshake with former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair!

By Tendai Mbofana Sep. 9, 2022

Of colonial hangover, racial brainwashing

What sort of leaders do Zimbabweans need?

How exactly do we determine the suitability of an individual, or group of individuals, to be our leaders?

By Tendai Mbofana Sep. 26, 2022

What sort of leaders do Zimbabweans need?

If Mnangagwa is unable to explain ‘sanctions on Zimbabwe’ then just how real are they?

Even a university professor who fails to secure international grants, disingenuously blames his misfortunes on “economic sanctions”.

By Tendai Mbofana Oct. 10, 2022

If Mnangagwa is unable to explain ‘sanctions on Zimbabwe’ then just how real are they?

Zanu PF deliberately keeping rural areas in the dark

It is even unbelievably easy to actually make these rural people swallow hook, line and sinker the lie that these travel bans

By Tendai Mbofana Oct. 17, 2022

Zanu PF deliberately keeping rural areas in the dark

Mr President, patriotism cannot be legislated

There are those who, possibly, having noticed their misunderstanding of the “USA PATRIOT Act”, have gone for another US law... the “Logan Act

By Tendai Mbofana Oct. 19, 2022

Mr President, patriotism cannot be legislated

Oppression by an evil regime an honour, privilege

How do those who, let us say, reach the age of 18 without having been “dreamt of” or “prophesied” feel?

By Tendai Mbofana Nov. 14, 2022

Oppression by an evil regime an honour, privilege

Zimbos not ready for a better life

This was most evident during the recently held Fifa World Cup — of course, the ongoing English Premier League — where sporting temperatures can easily reach fever pitch.

By Tendai Mbofana Jan. 27, 2023

Independence doesn’t mean freedom to destroy one’s country

There was a ruling Zanu PF meeting at our plush local sporting facility, “Zisco Club”, in the early 1980s which at the time was, offering every sporting activity one could imagine.

By Tendai Mbofana Apr. 21, 2023

Independence doesn’t mean freedom to destroy one’s country

Zimbabwean ‘mbingas’ flashy lifestyles reflect a corrupt economy

Is this simply a matter of personal preferences and tastes, or could there be a deeper issue here?

By Tendai Mbofana May. 12, 2023

Zimbabwean ‘mbingas’ flashy lifestyles reflect a corrupt economy

Zim will prosper if we speak for the suffering, not for politicians

On the surface, this may seem as “normal” political contestation, which is to be expected in any democracy.

By Tendai Mbofana May. 19, 2023

Zim will prosper if we speak for the suffering, not for politicians

Mnangagwa should be the last person to speak about patriotism!

For some egotistical reasons, these dictators — who are usually megalomaniacs — believe in their own self-importance, and in so doing, equate themselves to the country.

By Tendai Mbofana Jun. 30, 2023

Mnangagwa should be the last person to speak about patriotism!

Afrobarometer survey, a huge indictment on Zanu PF and CCC

The incumbent, President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa did not particularly perform impressively either, receiving a measly 35% approval rating.

By Tendai Mbofana Jul. 14, 2023

Afrobarometer survey, a huge indictment on Zanu PF and CCC

When children give birth to children

Data released by the Zimbabwe Statistical Agency (ZimStats) revealed that 69 000 girls between the ages of 10 and 19 gave birth in 2022 alone.

By Tendai Mbofana Dec. 5, 2023

What is wrong with Zim leaders?

What I do not understand in all this, though, is why Zimbabwean leaders are averse to leaving office.

By Tendai Mbofana Dec. 12, 2023

It’s corruption, not ‘sanctions’ causing Zimbos’ suffering

The main reason this is not being achieved is corruption through the smuggling of our minerals and other illicit financial transactions with the involvement of high-ranking officials.

By Tendai Mbofana Jun. 28, 2024