The Myth Of Infinite Growth

The tide of optimism about technology has swelled to a roar in the past few years. Every month brings news of a faster chip, a smarter machine or a grand vision of AI solving our problems.  The prevailing creed assumes innovation has no bounds, and that each breakthrough simply opens new frontiers.  But this bright faith in endless growth collides with a more sober reality.  … Continue reading The Myth Of Infinite Growth

Why We Must Confront The Dark Side Of Human Nature To Save The Planet

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

The Human Face Of Climate Change

In the small village of Chimanimani: the Eastern Highlands of Zimbabwe, I once beheld a scene of unspeakable devastation. A monster, disguised as a cyclone, had ravaged the land, leaving destruction and despair in its wake. The once peaceful community was now a scene of utter ruin. Homes were reduced to rubble, trees uprooted, and lives shattered. It was the first time in a long … Continue reading The Human Face Of Climate Change

The Climate Crisis: A Catastrophic Failure of Political Will and Moral Courage

Can Zimbabwe, a country widely known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage overcome the unprecedented environmental crisis that threatens its very existence? The scientific consensus is clear: human activities are causing irreparable harm to the planet, pushing the Earth’s temperature to dangerous heights and putting our very existence at risk. Despite the overwhelming evidence, political rhetoric and denial continue to prohibit collective … Continue reading The Climate Crisis: A Catastrophic Failure of Political Will and Moral Courage

When the Rains Forget Their Path: Climate Change Through Zimbabwean Eyes

In the land where the baobab trees stretch their ancient limbs towards the heavens and the mighty Zambezi carves its way through the savannah, a silent upheaval is underway. Zimbabwe, a country rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage, stands on the front lines of a global battle against an invisible foe: climate change. The signs are etched into the landscape and whispered in the … Continue reading When the Rains Forget Their Path: Climate Change Through Zimbabwean Eyes