It’s funny. We have more access to information than any generation before us. I can sit here in Marondera or Harare or even Bulawayo and read what someone in Tokyo or São Paulo is thinking in real time…..
Since it’s dawn the human species has always been plagued by a sinister aspect of its nature that had driven us to wreak havoc upon the earth and it’s inhabitants. Our collective destructive tendencies have continuously threatened our survival, from the earliest recorded wars and empires, to the ecological crisis we face today. Yet we continue to avoid confronting this dark side of our nature. … Continue reading Why We Must Confront The Dark Side Of Human Nature To Save The Planet
“An illegitimate government breeds not only discontent but also a sense of lawlessness that permeates through the very fabric of society.” This statement rings true for Zimbabwe, where the rise in crime is not merely a statistic to be analyzed but a reflection of our state of economy and governance. The recent years have seen a notable rise in crime rates in Zimbabwe, with offenses … Continue reading Mass Incarceration is a National Shame
Throughout history, the passing of a leader has often marked a significant turning point in the trajectory of a nation. Yet, in the case of Iran, the sudden demise of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash will serve as a reminder that the true bastion of power lies not with the individual, but with the system that outlives them. Since the dawn of civilization, … Continue reading Iran’s Political System Will Survive Despite Loss of President
Ah, the hypocrisy of the powerful. The Catholic Church, with its grandeur and its pomp, has a history of blood on its hands. Do you know what happened in the town of Béziers, France, in 1209? The Church, in its infinite wisdom, decided to purge the town of heretics. And what did they do? They burned the entire town to the ground, with 5000 innocent … Continue reading The Hypocrisy of The Catholic Church
In our country’s society, education is often viewed as the ultimate pathway to success and wealth accumulation. From an early age, we are told that studying hard and obtaining a degree will open doors to a prosperous future. However, the stark reality is that our education system, too often, gives false hope to the poor, perpetuating a cycle of poverty rather than breaking it. Consider … Continue reading Education is Designed to Keep the Poor Poor
I see some people advocating for an uprising against Zanu PF. Have you people thought this through? If you really provoke a crisis, with the populace on one side and the machinery of the Zanu PF executive and the justice department on the other, what’s to keep them from herding us into concentration camps? Do you think they will hesitate to use violence against us? … Continue reading Why an uprising against Zanu PF is doomed to fail.
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” Martin Luther King Jr These profound words resonate deeply within the hearts of Zimbabweans, as we find ourselves grappling with an existential crisis that strikes at the very core of our national identity. Throughout our rich history, we … Continue reading The Existential Crisis of Zimbabwe’s National Identity
In the heart of Zimbabwe, where the sun casts its relentless gaze upon the savannah and the great Zambezi rushes to the edge of the world, there lies a tale of modern vexation. It is a story that unfolds in the buzzing streets of Harare, in the quiet villages that dot the countryside, and in the hearts of the people who call this land home. … Continue reading Econet A Tale of Frustration and Disappointment
In the latest act of the ongoing drama which I dub “Governmental Promises: A Comedy of Errors,” our esteemed government has once again shocked and dismayed the nation with their predictable flair for the dramatic and penchant for deception. Just when we believed our granaries were filled to the brim, ready to sustain us until the next harvest, a harsh truth spilled out like grain … Continue reading Government Up To Its Usual Shenanigans, Again
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